Hanoi Ancient Citadel

This Citadel is located in a large space, Ba Dinh, Hanoi. It was ranked 'Historical National Culture' in 1999 and now in the center of Hanoi, Ba Dinh district. Hanoi Ancient Citadel and monuments located in the ancient region, has over 10 centuries. Indochina sails – Halong Bay travel

In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long, the castle was built and expanded in the following reign. Thang Long is planning with three nested rounds. The Long Phuong Ly – Tran is in the palace area. Citadel in the middle covers the economic area in the east. La Thanh or Dai La Thanh is outmost citadel. In 1805, the Nguyen reign of Hanoi has retained the Forbidden City area to ​​offer the king when touring in the north. During the French reign, the French keep this area as commander of the military. JAHAN CRUISE

Hanoi Ancient Citadel

Five old structures have retained after the French attacks Hanoi citadel:

In old buildings left over after the French broke into Hanoi from south to north, including the following items: The Hanoi flag tower, Doan Mon Gate, Kinh Thien, Hau Lau and Bac Mon.

Bac Mon
Bac Mon is the only remaining gate of the Citadel of Hanoi’s Nguyen Dynasty. Previously, outside of the citadel, it has a canal with 20 meters width. Bac Mon has completed the restoration, renovation to serve travelers. However, the traces of shells from the French warship fired on April 25th 1873 that remains on the outside of the Bac Mon. Two wooden gates was renovated, the area of each wing is 12 meter, 16 tons weight. Today, on the Gate, there is place to worship two General Director of Hanoi: Nguyen Tri Phuong and Hoang Dieu. Hanoi & Halong Bay 4 days

Hau Lau
Hau Lau was built behind the main of building- Hanh Cung Hanoi. According to feng shui, Hau Lau means keep peace for northern Hanh Cung. It is said that when the King travels, this is the accommodation of princess.

Hanoi flag Pole

It was built in 1812, under the reign of Gia Long, Hanoi flag pole is one of the buildings in area of Hanoi ancient intact.
Flag pole has more 40 meter height, octagon, standing on the square. Having spiral staircase, 51 steps leading to the top. The Hanoi flag pole has been rebuilt twice: in December 1959 and November 1989.
Kinh Thien palace

Kinh Thien palace is central citadel of Le reign. Stone dragon of Kinh Thien palace is a masterpiece of architecture that represents sculpture Le So reign.

Top 3 things must see in Can Tho City

After a long festive holiday, and with hope of a prosperous year of the Snake, the City Pass Guide team has decided to celebrate the New Year together on the Bassac Cruise in Mekong Delta and in Can Tho City. CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET – VIBRANT LIFE IN THE MEKONG DELTA

Even though I have travelled to the area five times, Can Tho always makes me feel excited when I return. For those who are wondering why and how Can Tho can attract a travel addict, here are my answers:
CAN THO BRIDGE
Can Tho BridgeCan Tho Bridge is the only gateway to access the city from the Northern provinces. It is currently the longest main span cable-stayed bridge in Southeast Asia and ranks 24th in the world. You will easily recognize its special red colour as soon as your car approaches it. At night, the bridge is lit up with hundreds of lamplights making it a must see from Ninh Kieu wharf.  South Vietnam tours

Local insight: If you’d like to take picture of Can Tho Bridge, ask your driver to pull over at the first crossroads after reaching the end on the Can Tho side.

NINH KIEU WHARF
Ninh Kieu WharfCan Tho city is famous for its Ninh Kieu wharf where most visitors go. The old Ninh Kieu port was extremely busy during the war period but it is now a peaceful and poetic part of the region. Ninh Kieu wharf is always ready to service visitors who desire to visit the floating market, enjoy special “river” food or just observe the routine of locals on the Mekong Delta. It takes around 30 minutes and the cost varies from 50,000-100,000 VND per person to transfer from Ninh Kieu wharf to Cai Rang floating market. Au Co Cruise – Halong Travel

Local insight: For those who are late for the early boat, you can take a bus for 5,000 VND, a taxi for 70,000VND or a Xe ôm for 15,000VND to reach Cai Rang Bridge and turn onto Vo Tanh street to rent a small boat for 50,000 – 70,000 VND depending on junk or motorboat.

Top 3 things must see in Can Tho City

CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET
Cai Rang floating MarketThe market is crowded in the early morning. It was my mistake to leave for Cai Rang floating market at 5.00 a.m. I did not see the lively market that I had imagined. I was also unable to take a picture of the breathtaking sunrise at Cai Rang floating market.

This time I will set off at 6:00a.m to see barges heaped with different soils, wooden fishing boats, single long boats overflowing with fresh products and large boats packed with fellow sleepy-eyed tourists. All this traffic devoted to commerce. Often your tourist boat will take you to a big floating house close to the river bank but don’t buy anything here. Ask your guide to take you to the middle of the crowds where the locals gather to buy and sell.

Local insight: Try some chitterling gruel from vendors on small boats for cheaper prices and better quality

Those are top 3 main things that I love about Can Tho City. I will take this chance to check out the Bassac Cruise and give my own feedback and consider whether it could be my fourth main thing to do when I find myself in Can Tho again.