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Nov 18, 2014 / 14:31

The best experiences in Hanoi

Wandering around Hanoi`s Old Quarter or gathering with friends, sipping a cup of lemon tea on the sidewalks are unforgettable memories for people who have ever been to Hanoi at least once time.

Apart from landscapes and  historic sites of thousand years old, the unique little corners of the city also impress much on tourists.
 
Anyone who grew up with Hanoi would immediately recognize the activities of youthful vitality and love of life. If you want to get back to that time once again, you should try some following suggestions.
Staying up late in Hanoi
You will feel like you are in your twenties. The trip can start by wandering the streets when vehicles are busy, then turn over ceremony of lowering the flag Mausoleum viewed at 9.pm and immersed in the heady fragrance of milk.
Nightfall does not mean Hanoi really go to sleep. The steaming noodle shop in the old town, the bar was busy talking, street stalls from Long Bien, Quang Ba flower market began active from midnight.
Enjoying food streets
Temporarily ignoring the luxurious restaurant to the sidewalk cafes or hidden deep in the alley, that's how much you enjoy typical dishes of Hanoi with fresh mind.
If this is your first time to the capital, do not hesitate to chat with children on the street who wander around Hoan Kiem Lake. They will probably tell you enthusiastically dining places that only local people know including  its noodles on Hang Chieu street, Pho on Hang Trong street or tomato baked rolls in Au Trieu Lane.
Gossiping with a cup of lemon tea 
Previously, you almost only find lemon tea at Church Street. Over time, the lemon tea shops sprang up everywhere in the city and is regarded as favorite gathering point for young people.
You do not necessarily have to drink lemon tea, nor should such gorgeous dress to a party at this place. The important thing is feeling comfortable and enjoyable gatherings on weekends
Walking around West Lake
West Lake has total area of 500 hectares and is the largest lake in Hanoi. It was also selected as the rendezvous point for many couples.
At sunset, you usually find romantic, heavenly beautiful purple with pink covering vast lake. Enjoy feeling the breeze blowing the hair will help you remember the years of youth has passed.
Leaving bustling streets
In addition to the suggestions above, you can also spend time "hiding" from busy streets everyday. Hanoi is not only beautiful in urban areas but also impressive in the suburbs. With only a few picnic equpiments needed, you may be willing to reach Duong Lam ancient village, Ba Vi National Park and Bat Trang pottery village.