Touring Hanoi

We spent today touring Hanoi, starting with the Temple of Literature, which provides a well-preserved example of vietnamese architecture. Founded in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius, it was the beginning of the university system.


Turtles carry texts, and names of scholars.


Temple dedicated to Confucius.

We then toured Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum. A place of somber respect, we wound past Ho's body under the close scrutiny of numerous guards in crisp white uniforms who insisted on a respectful demeanor from the visitors (and no photos are allowed inside).


The mausoleum from the outside.



Ho Chi Minh's office.



Curried trout with braised greens and noodles.

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