Nothing goes together like coffee and books. Reading in coffee shops is a favourite pastime of book lovers around the globe. Here are eight literary coffee shops in Hanoi that will feed both your mind and body.

About 200 km northwest of Hanoi, Moc Chau is one of the most pristine beautiful plateaus in the northern mountainous region.

Quang Binh Province launched a number of new tours last year. One of the more popular is a tour of the 700 year old plus Hoang Phuc Pagoda, one of the oldest temples in the country.

Located in Ve Tinh commune, Soc Son district, Hanoi, as part of the Soc temple complex, Non Nuoc pagoda and Vietnam Buddhist Academy are part of a monumental architectural work that has been in use for seven years.

 VietNamNet Bridge - Different fillings, pate, rolls, eggs with crispy crust and steak have all made Vietnamese bread (banh mi) sandwiches world-famous street food.

 Numerous places of interests in Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, and Quang Binh are revealed in the trailers of the much-anticipated movie Kong: Skull Island.

 The northwestern mountainous province of Lao Cai has invested in tourism in an effort to make it a key economic sector.

VietNamNet Bridge - The only Cham Tower in Vietnam's Central Highlands, Yang Prong Tower is situated in Ea Sup District, 100km away from Buon Ma Thuot City. 

 Mau Son tourism zone in the northern mountainous province of Lang Son will be developed as a national tourism destination, with typical forms such as spiritual and eco-tourism under a master plan recently approved by the Prime Minister.

You might have heard about Halong bay, the worldwide-famous natural heritage site in Vietnam, but you might not know about Ao Chau, a mini version of Halong in Phu Tho Province. 

VietNamNet Bridge - Despite being very short, these streets have a long history and are associated with special dishes. 

With unique architecture, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica and St. Joseph's Cathedral in Hanoi are attractive tourist destinations across the country.

The northern mountainous province of Ha Giang attracts tourists to its cool climate and pristine natural landscape.

Visitors to Ninh Binh these days will have an opportunity to enjoy buckwheat flowers blooming in Thung Nham Bird Park in Ninh Hai Commune, Hoa Ly District.

Greek web designer Maritina Laskaridou has created a three-minute video clip during her recent 17-day trip to Vietnam, truly featuring the country’s distinctive culture, beautiful beaches, hospitable people and delicious food.

 In recent years, kitesurfing has become popular among tourists, especially foreigners when they visit Mui Ne beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam.

Visitors to plateaus in the northern mountain and the central highlands provinces of Vietnam are greatly impressed by their imposing natural landscapes, fresh air and atmosphere of peace and tranquillity.

 The bountiful southern provinces are always known for their elegant dishes which combine the interesting local specialities with simple yet demanding cuisines.

 The Dao San country fair in Phong Tho district, Lai Chau province is busy and colorful on spring days. At this time of the year, groups of H’mong, Dao, and Ha Nhi flock to the Dao San market on Chung Sua Dan mountain to trade their specialties.

 The Battle of Dien Bien Phu was the decisive engagement in the first Indochina War (1946–54).