January 31, 2010
Thereâs no better place to let the time roll away than on the waterfront Hoan Kiem Lake, which is the heart and soul of Hanoi, means “Lake of the Returned Sword”, in reference to the legend surrounding fifteenth century Vietnamese hero General Le LoiHanoiâs 20 lakes are renowned for bringing the city a sense of [...]
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March 30, 2009
LookAtVietnam – Preservation work in the capital’s oldest section is often held up by obstacles like red tape and lack of funds, leaving residents trapped in century-old buildings falling into ruin. An overview of the Returned Sword Lake and its surrounding areas.LookAtVietnam – Preservation work in the capital’s oldest section is often held up by [...]
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