Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is one of the most beautiful cities in Asia with a long and rich historical and cultural tradition. The city will celebrate its 1000 years in 2010. It is called a city of green trees and lakes. You can learn about Hanoi by visiting its 36 craft guilds in the Old Quarters, museums, pagodas, and temples. Hanoi is also well-known for its food -- it is the place to enjoy varieties of Vietnamese food.

Within short drive (about 20 km) from the city centre, you can visit traditional craft villages where pottery, silk, embroidery, and other handicraft products are made...