Lonely Planet Hanoi (Lonely Planet Travel Guides) (Paperback)

~ Mason Florence (Author) "Archaeological evidence indicates that human habitation of northern Vietnam goes back about 500,000 years..." (more)
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Explore Hanoi's unique fusion of Asian and French cultures, discover its temple and pagodas, savour its tastes, or simply stroll the bustling streets with this comprehensive guide to Vietnam's capital.

• special sections on the Temple of Literature and Walking the Old Quarter
• restaurant and accommodation listings for all tastes and budgets
• handy Vietnamese language section
• excursions to the Perfumed Pagoda and Halong Bay
• detailed full-colour city maps

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications (August 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0864427999
• ISBN-13: 978-0864427991
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,414,347 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A Thorough Thoughtful Guide to a Charming City, July 3, 2000

By	Priscilla Kibbee (Wolcott, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Hanoi is one of my favorite cities in Vietnam and this compact guide will serve you well as you navigate its colorful streets. It contains 193 pages of up to date information on transportation, where to stay, day trips and other excursions as well as all the things Lonely Planet readers have come to expect. Maps, glossary of terms, language and more. Also of great use in a country which is so "foreign" to us is a section on etiquette, history and religion. Food in Vietnam is unbelievably good and the Guide includes an excellent section explaining some of the types and variety of dishes and eating etiquette. And, of course, a comprehensive listing of restaurants separated by type. Highly recommended.