Today I made my first walk around Hanoi alone. It was a little bit daunting to say the least. There were hundreds of people EVERYWHERE and there is definately a lack of street signs...so my map is basically useless. I got around by mindlessly wandering and taking taxis from point to point if I got really lost.
I accedentally wandered down a street where all the stores sold homemade beer...and I wanted to try some...but then I looked around and noticed that everyone on the street was male. I was definately out of place and in my rush to get off of that street I found myself in a botanical garden, which was pretty cool. I definately will go back there. And, I definately will try some of that beer...I'll just wait until I have someone to go with.
I also took my first ride on a scooter in Vietnam today. This was also a crazy experience...and kinda scary!
I also found myself in the old quarter and wandered around the lake in the middle. (pictures)
I can't wait to explore more of Hanoi...next time I'm going to map out my journey first so I don't get so lost...but sometimes getting lost is the best part! :)
...in a while, Crocodile!
Sounds like your time there has begun in an amazing way. I look forward to keeping up with your posts!
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