Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital lies in the North of the country and is one of the country’s top tourist hot spots

The Temple of Literature is often cited as one of Hanoi’s most picturesque tourist attractions

The beautiful Hanoi Opera House was built in 1911 by the then ruling French

Established in 1889, Dong Xuan Market is housed within a four-storey Soviet-style building on the northern edge of Hanoi Old Quarter

Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi attracts tourists and locals looking to get away from the noise and frenetic pace of the city

The Perfume Pagoda, known locally as Chua Huong or ‘inner temple

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Ba Dinh Square is one of the most visited attractions in Hanoi

This tradition is unique to North Vietnam but has recently found fame on stages all over the world

The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, is an intriguing relic of Vietnam’s history and, signifying its historical and cultural importance