Hanoi is teeming with ornate Buddhist temples, ancient citadels, war memorials, and French colonial architecture while traditional villages and national parks are just outside the city. 

 From the beginning of autumn, every street in Hanoi is blanketed with the fragrance and white colour of hoa sua (milky flower), creating a peaceful and romantic atmosphere in the capital.

 The Quang Ba wholesale flower market, the biggest in Hanoi, turns busy when night falls. Visiting the market is always an interesting experience.