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Explore Hanoi; enchanting Halong Bay; insider reviews.
If you're planning a trip to Vietnam or just love indulging in travel literature, 'Hanoi and Halong Bay' could be a great companion. Since the author has over a decade of experience writing about the region, you can trust the insight on where to eat, shop, and stay. The coverage isn't just about the well-worn paths but also about treasures like the Perfume Pagoda and local handicraft villages, giving you a more nuanced and in-depth perspective of the destination.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781741790924
Authors:
Tom Downs
Publisher: GeoPlaneta
Date of Publication: 2007-10-05
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.78
(rated by 9 readers)
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Combines the attractions of Vietnam's premier city with its number one attraction for travellers: haunting Halong Bay. This work features reviews of the top places to eat, shop and stay. It also covers information about the Perfume Pagoda and local handicraft villages.
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Explore Hanoi; enchanting Halong Bay; insider reviews.
If you're planning a trip to Vietnam or just love indulging in travel literature, 'Hanoi and Halong Bay' could be a great companion. Since the author has over a decade of experience writing about the region, you can trust the insight on where to eat, shop, and stay. The coverage isn't just about the well-worn paths but also about treasures like the Perfume Pagoda and local handicraft villages, giving you a more nuanced and in-depth perspective of the destination.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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