Geography
Hanoi is located in the Red River Delta, in the center of North Vietnam. It is encompassed by Thai Nguyen, Vinh Phuc provinces to the north, Hoa Binh and Ha Nam to the south, Bac Giang, Bac Ninh and Hung Yen provinces to the east, Hoa Binh and Phu Tho to the west.
Hanoi means "the hinterland between the rivers" (Ha: river, Noi: interior). Hanoi's territory is washed by the Red River (the portion of the Red River embracing Hanoi is approximately 40km long) and its tributaries, but there are some other rivers flowing through the capital, including Duong, Cau, Ca Lo, Day, Nhue, Tich, To Lich and Kim Nguu.
Climate: Hanoi is situated in a tropical monsoon zone with two main seasons. During the dry season, which lasts from October to April, it is cold and there is very little rainfall, except from January to March, when the weather is still cold but there is some light rain. The wet season, from May to September, is hot with heavy rains and storms. The average annual temperature is 23.2oC (73.7oF) and the average annual rainfall is 1, 800mm. The average temperature in winter is 17.2oC (62.9oF), but can go down to 8oC (46.4oF). The average temperature in summer is 29.2oC (84.6oF), but can reach up to 39oC (102.2oF).
History
Hanoi is a sacred land of Vietnam. In the 3rd century BC, Co Loa (actually belonging to Dong Anh District) was chosen as the capital of the Au Lac Nation of Thuc An Duong Vuong (the King Thuc). Hanoi later became the core of the resistance movements against the Northern invasions. Located in the middle of the Red River Delta, the town has gradually expanded to become a very populations and rich residential center. At different periods, Hanoi had been selected as the chief city of Vietnam under the Northern domination.In the autumn of Canh Tuat lunar years (1010), Ly Thai To, the founder of the Ly Dynasty, decided to transfer the capital from Hoa Lu to Dai La, and so he rebaptized it Thang Long (Soaring Dragon). The year 1010 then became an historical date for Hanoi and for the whole country in general. For about a thousand years, the capital was called Thang Long, then changing to Dong Do, Dong Kinh, and finally to Hanoi, in 1831. This sacred piece of land thereafter continued to be the theatre of many fateful events.
Tourism Throughout the thousand years of its eventful history, marked by destruction, wars and natural calamities, Hanoi still preserves many ancient architectural works including the Old Quarter and over 600 pagodas and temples. Famous sites include the One Pillar Pagoda (built in 1049), the Temple of Literature (built in 1070), Hanoi Citadel, Hanoi Opera House, President Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum...
Hanoi also characteristically contains 18 beautiful lakes such as Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake, and Truc Bach Lake..., which are the lungs of the city, with their surrounding gardens and trees providing a vital source of energy.
Many traditional handicrafts are also practiced in Hanoi including bronze molding, silver carving, lacquer, and embroidery. Hanoi has many famous traditional professional handicraft villages such as Bat Trang pottery village, Ngu Xa bronze casting village, Yen Thai glossy silk...
Transportation By road: Hanoi is 93km from Ninh Binh, 102km from Haiphong, 153km from Thanh Hoa, 151km from Halong, 474km from Dien Bien Phu, 658km from Hue, 763km from Danang, and 1, 710km from Ho Chi Minh City.
By air: Noi Bai International Airport, over 35km from the city center, is one of the biggest airports of the country with various international and domestic routes. There are domestic flights from Hanoi to Danang, Dien Bien, Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Nha Trang and international flights to many countries in over the world.
By train: Hanoi Railway Station is Vietnam's main railway station. It is the starting point of five railway lines leading to almost every province in Vietnam.
Hanoi Tours
Hanoi Hotels & Resorts
Vietnam Travel Destinations
Hanoi Tours
A Glance at Vietnam 9 Days Tour from Saigon to Halong Bay
Saigon - My Tho - Ben Tre - Da Nang - Hoi An - Hue - Hanoi - Halong Bay
With this tour, you will discover the spirit of Vietnam from south to north. You will be surprised by the modern chaos of Ho Chi Minh City, the ancient Hoian city, the royal past of Hue and the elegant Hanoi Old Quarter.
Hanoi – Mai Chau – Pu Luong – Ninh Binh – Halong Bay – Sapa – Hoang Su Phi – Ha Giang – Dong Van – Cao Bang – Ba Be Lake – Dong Hoi – Hue – Da Nang – Da Lat – Lak Lake – Buon Me Thuot – Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta.
Adventure Vietnam Tour is highly recommended for those who like to spend 30 days in green fields, caves and breathtaking winding roads. Discover a new side of Vietnam tour packages you never imagine existed on any journeys. Far away from modern cities, high buildings and luxury stuffs.
Hanoi - Lao Cai - Sapa - Halong Bay - Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An - Saigon - Cai Be - Vinh Long - Siem Reap - Angkor Wat - Tonle Sap Lake
With this tour you will discover two magnificent countries in Southeast Asia. At the beginning you will discover Hanoi with its beautiful boulevards.
Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels - Mekong Delta - Da Nang - Hoi An - Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Sapa - Halong Bay
From Saigon in the south to Hanoi in the north, journey through some of Vietnam's top sights including the Mekong Delta, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An.......
Hanoi - Thai Nguyen - Ba Be National Park - Hanoi
This tour will take you to visit Ba Be National Park - the largest natural freshwater lake in Vietnam. It gives you the opportunity to experience the real tropical forests.
Hanoi - Thai Nguyen - Bac Can - Ba Be National Park - Hanoi
You can trek to explore Ba Be National Park and see the landscapes on the lake by boat. You will have unforgettable memories about hospitality from an ethnic minority family.
Hanoi - Ba Vi National Park - Hanoi
After busy city tour, this tour will help you see the countryside of Vietnam. It is about 65 km west from Hanoi. You can enjoy the fresh air of tropical forests and many spectacular natural scenery.
Hanoi - Sapa - Hue - Hoi An - Buon Ma Thuot - Kon tum - Pleiku - Qui Nhon - Nha Trang - Ho Chi Minh City
With Backroads of Vietnam Tour 24 Days, you really feel the beauty from north to south of Vietnam. You can see from the colonial charm of Hanoi to the modern chaos Ho Chi Minh City.
Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi
Halong Bay is around 180km due East of Hanoi, about 4 hour drive way. This region, "the Bay of the Descending Dragon", is dotted with more than 3, 000 mountainous islands, each with its own unique landscape
Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi
Halong Bay is around 180km due East of Hanoi, about 4 hour drive way. This region, "the Bay of the Descending Dragon", is dotted with more than 3, 000 mountainous islands, each with its own unique landscape.
Address: No.173, Hang Bong str., Hoan Kiem Dist., Hanoi, Viet Nam
Location: Hanoi Old Quarter
Located on one of 36 Hanoi old streets - Hang Bong Street, Angel Palace is easily accessible on foot to Hanoi's main retail and sightseeing areas. If you are looking for a hotel near Hoan Kiem Lake, Dong Xuan Market Hanoi Opera House, pubs, restaurants and shopping malls, then Angel Palace Hotel Hanoi is the best choice among Hanoi hotels.
Address: 136 Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi, Vietnam Location: Ho Guom Lake
Located at a historic location on Hang Trong Street, with sweeping view of the legendary Hoan Kiem Lake, Apricot Hotel is a prime destination to explore the quintessence of Vietnamese art and culture.
Address: 21 Hang Thung street, Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi, Vietnam
Location: Hoan Kiem Lake Area
Dal Vostro Hotel & Spa is an exclusive boutique hotel with a central address at the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Experience the cultural art, the spiritual traditional design and the hospitality of our hotel.
The 5-star Hotel de l’Opera Hanoi is located in the center of Hanoi, close to the Opera House. Just 3 minutes walk from Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter, the 105 rooms and suites are a sanctuary of comfort, with hand-picked luxurious amenities and 21st Century technology.
Centrally located in Ha Noi's Old Quarter on Chan Cam Street, Golden Legend Diamond Hotel is only a short walk to the night markets, Hoan Kiem Lake, the Water Puppet Theatre, the Ho Chi Minh Complex and many other delights of traditional Ha Noi.
Address: 109-111 Hang Gai Street, Hoan Kiem District, Ha Noi Viet Nam
Location: Hanoi Old Quarter
Rising over the heart of Hanoi's central old quarter and famous Silk Road, with a 3-minute walk to HoanKiem Lake, Water Puppet Theatre, St Josephs Cathedral, Night Market, Hanoi Post Office, Trang Tien Plaza shopping center etc.
Address: 18 Hang Hom str, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam
Location: Hanoi Old Quarter
Located in the center of Hanoi Old Quarter, newly renovated Hanoi Chic hotel is only few footsteps walking away from the famous centered Hoan Kiem Lake – This supert location getting a popular destination for domestics and foreigners who like staying in the town centered hotel with all the dinings and entertainments surrounded.
Address: 15 Hang Can, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Vietnam
Location: Hanoi Old Quarter
The Hanoi Golden Moment Hotel (Formerly Hanoi Golden Sun Moment) is located in the heart of Hanoi’s old quarter, just a stone's throw away from the famous Hoan Kiem Lake.
Address: 44B Ly Thuong Kiet St., Hanoi, Vietnam Location: Hanoi Center
Hanoi Melia Hotel is located right in the centre of Hanoi's business, government and diplomatic, cultural and tourist attractions, entertainment and shopping district.
Can Tho City is located in the center of the Mekong Delta. It is contiguous to 5 provinces: An Giang on the north, Dong Thap on the north-east, Hau Giang on the south, Kien Giang on the west, and Vinh Long on the east. Cantho has a complex of rivers and canals such as Hau, and Can Tho rivers, Thot Not, O Mon canals.
Danang City is located in middle of Central Vietnam, between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, separated from Laos by the western Truong Son Mountains. It is surrounded by Thua Thien-Hue along the northern border and Quang Nam on the southern border.
Dalat, capital of Lam Dong Province, is located approximately 308km northeast of Ho Chi Minh City. At an elevation of 1, 500m, Dalat bears the look of an Old French city. It was founded in 1897 when Doctor Alexandre Yersin recommended that the area be developed as a resort town..
Hai Phong is a large city with an important seaport of Vietnam. Hai Phong is near Quang Ninh Province to the north, Hai Duong Province to the west, and Thai Binh Province to the south.
Halong City, formerly the Hon Gai Town, is the cultural, economic and political centre of Quang Ninh Province. It borders Cam Pha to the east, the Yen Hung District to the west, the Hoanh Bo District to the north and Halong Bay to the south with the coastline of 20km.
Hue city is one of places which have many cultural heritage. Up to now, there is no place like Hue remaining a lot of originally historical vestiges as in this ancient Capital City.
Considered Vietnam’s most famous seaside resort-town, Nha Trang attracts foreign tourists for not only its stunningly pristine beaches but also the urban atmosphere of a young tourist city.
Located in North-Central Vietnam, Quang Binh Province is surrounded by Ha Tinh Province on the north, East Sea on the east, Laos on the west and Quang Tri Province on the south.
Quang Nam is located in the middle of Central Vietnam and is surrounded by Thua Thien-Hue, Quang Ngai, and Kon Tum provinces. The Truong Son Mountains, Laos, and the East Sea also border the province.
Hang Located 38km from Lao Cai City, Sapa is a mountainous district of Lao Cai Province. Sapa District is very well-known with Sapa Townlet, a beautiful and romantic resort.
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Geography 
Throughout the thousand years of its eventful history, marked by destruction, wars and natural calamities, Hanoi still preserves many ancient architectural works including the Old Quarter and over 600 pagodas and temples. Famous sites include the One Pillar Pagoda (built in 1049), the Temple of Literature (built in 1070), Hanoi Citadel, Hanoi Opera House, President Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum...
