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The Sword Lake In Hanoi

When you are visiting the Old Quarters in Hanoi, don't forget to drop by the Hoan Kiem Lake also called the sword Lake or Lake of the returned sword. Not sure of the story here but basically jts a Lake that is smack right in the middle of the Old Quarters. The Lake is an attraction especially if you follow tour groups and they will tell you about the beauty and architecture, history and people that surrounds this Lake. Do becareful of con artists here that takes money from you to tell you that the Lake require an entrance fee, its free! The only entrance fee require is the tickets into the pagoda and temples. So be wary! #celebratewithtrip #vietnam #hanoi #hoankiemlake #attraction #historical #cultural
Posted: Nov 23, 2022
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