There’s one unique thing about Hanoi.
Motorbikes, bicycles and cars – they communicate in one international language called horn honking. Drivers constantly honking their horn, (I guess every 8 seconds) to fight for road space. They move like ants in all directions, communicating with each other through the horn.
Honking the horn doesn't mean a driver is angry (I think) otherwise this city is full of angry people :), it's a polite courtesy to let everyone know they're coming through and to get out of the way in order to avoid an accident. After awhile somehow I get used to it.
Trying to cross the road is an experience. There are no gaps. The only way to is to walk slowly (don’t run), relax and hope for the best. Somehow the traffic will go around you.
Being so called adventurous, I’ve prepared myself with map courtesy of Google. Surprisingly, walking around Hanoi is quite easy. The old Quarter has everything- silk, shoes, shirts and all sort of souvenir. Shopping around are satisfying. I can ask price without any obligation to purchase. They communicate pleasantly. They accept both currency – Dong and USD.
Journey to Halong Bay was very tiring. Six hours journey was like forever. Should extend my stay and stay one night on the boat :) But it’s worth it. Wish I have extra canggih camera to take the photos :)
Food - not a problem. Found halal restaurant own by malaysian. This -photo below are their own version of mamak stall.
I need another vacation :-D
Motorbikes, bicycles and cars – they communicate in one international language called horn honking. Drivers constantly honking their horn, (I guess every 8 seconds) to fight for road space. They move like ants in all directions, communicating with each other through the horn.
Honking the horn doesn't mean a driver is angry (I think) otherwise this city is full of angry people :), it's a polite courtesy to let everyone know they're coming through and to get out of the way in order to avoid an accident. After awhile somehow I get used to it.
Trying to cross the road is an experience. There are no gaps. The only way to is to walk slowly (don’t run), relax and hope for the best. Somehow the traffic will go around you.
Being so called adventurous, I’ve prepared myself with map courtesy of Google. Surprisingly, walking around Hanoi is quite easy. The old Quarter has everything- silk, shoes, shirts and all sort of souvenir. Shopping around are satisfying. I can ask price without any obligation to purchase. They communicate pleasantly. They accept both currency – Dong and USD.
Journey to Halong Bay was very tiring. Six hours journey was like forever. Should extend my stay and stay one night on the boat :) But it’s worth it. Wish I have extra canggih camera to take the photos :)
Food - not a problem. Found halal restaurant own by malaysian. This -photo below are their own version of mamak stall.
I need another vacation :-D
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