I think our short stop to Hanoi is best presented in photos. Hanoi is bustling, chaotic, strange and lovely…
Walking from “Old Town” to the Temple of Literature.Hanoi Temple of Literature. Built in 1070 – it was Vietnam’s first university.The Temple ot Literature was based on the teachings of Confuscius.Turtle steles list the names of those successful at the royal exams.Altar to Confiscius.Two boys-not interested in culture at all.Pretending to be gate guards.Getting on the “cyclo.”When we dont have daddy with us we ride cyclos.Nanner enjoying the busy streets of Hanoi.We were really into hats this trip. Sam, the scholar.She needs to stop giving away smiles so people will leave us alone.How food is done in Southeast Asia.The Hao Lo Prison (aka the Hanoi Hilton). The prison was first used by the french colonial government to suppress communist supporters. It was then used by the NVA to house enemy prisoners of war.Main entance gate to Hoa Lo Prison.Street donuts are everywhere.Sam survives on carbs and sugar.Anna found a new mommy.Jack requested the “hot dogs.”Our meat eater.Bia Hoi Junction.The famous and lively Bia Hoi Junction.Our last night on Vietnam.