Tag Archives: Hanoi

Night Train to Danang

Posted on June 7, 2015 by travelerlynne

“Be like a train; go in the rain, go in the sun, go in the storm, go in the dark tunnels! Be like a train; concentrate on your road and go with no hesitation!” ~  Mehmet Murat ildan After a … Continue reading →

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Temple of Literature ~ Hanoi

Posted on September 28, 2012 by travelerlynne

 I am not one who was born in the possession of knowledge; I am one who is fond of antiquity, and earnest in seeking it there. ~ Confucius The Temple of Literature is home to two very important institutions, the … Continue reading →

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Dining with Purpose ~ KOTO: “Know One, Teach One”

Posted on September 20, 2012 by travelerlynne

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.”   ~ Mother Teresa While in Hanoi, one of our dining experiences was eating lunch at KOTO . KOTO stands for … Continue reading →

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Hanoi Street Life ~ It’s all about the Food

Posted on September 5, 2012 by travelerlynne

“In food as in death, we feel the essential brotherhood of man.” ~Vietnamese Proverb I have an affinity for Hanoi… Especially the Old Quarter. It becomes clear to the visitor… Life on the streets is all about the food. Some … Continue reading →

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