Noi Bai International Airport, the biggest airport in northern Vietnam, serves the capital city of Hanoi. The airport is located 45 kilometers from the city center.

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Hanoi Flag Tower at the age of nearly 200 years is renowned as one of the symbols of Hanoi. The construction began in 1805 and completed in 1812, the 11th year of Gia Long time, Nguyen dynasty.

• After late breakfast, start your walking tour by heading towards the direction of the Flag Tower of Hanoi.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is the last resting place of Ho Chi Minh. It is a symbol of gratitude and respect of Vietnamese people for president Ho Chi Minh.

• It's better to join tour group as there are many lines to queue, the tour guide will lead you in and out of the premises, very convenient.
• Don't bring big bag, DSLR camera as you will be asked to deposit in the counter, very troublesome.
• Avoid Monday as Ho Chi Minhs tomb is off bounds as are many museums.

Chua Mot Cot or the One Pillar Pagoda was constructed by Emperor Ly Thai Tong in AD 1049. For those who love to admire some unique architectures, this is a place for you.

• The One Pillar Pagoda is one of Vietnam’s most iconic temples.
• This is a popular temple where people offer prayers and seek favors.
• There is not much to see, However, If you are visting Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, it is a few meters away from the entrance of the museum.

Temple of Literature & National University is the first university of Viet Nam. Your trip to Ha Noi will never be fulfilled if you miss to visit Van Mieu.

• The Temple of Literature is one of Vietnam’s many temples that is dedicated to Confucius, sages and scholars.
• There are many statues of turtles inside the premises which serve to honor talent and encourage study.