Category: Vietnam

  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

    Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

    The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum holds the enshrined body of the communist revolutionary leader. Unfortunately we missed the opening hours in the morning so we didn’t get the full experience. The place feels distant and one can imagine how much more estranged the places in Pyongyang must look like. I should definitely investigate those socialist…

  • Hanoi Scooters

    Hanoi Scooters

    This city runs on scooters. A larger percentage of the traffic consists of scooters in all different shapes and conditions. You’d see a whole family with 2 kids on it as well as the local farmer carrying chickens to the market. Crossing the road means ignoring all European precautions and walking slowly but surely across…

  • Morning at Long Bien Market

    Morning at Long Bien Market

    I couldn’t get up as early as I wanted to. The Long Bien market starts at 23:00 and runs until the sun rises the next morning at 05:30. Due to the lack of sleep and the night time foolery I had to rest myself. But when I headed out, my stroll took me to the…

  • Go with the Pho

    Go with the Pho

    After a fun night out with a lot of laughter and some drinks involved I hit the streets of Hanoi for another walk. The city provides so many good options for food and I had the chance to find some real good Pho soup out on the street. The vibe of the City is different.…

  • Bangkok x Hanoi

    Bangkok x Hanoi

    Just arrived to Hanoi this morning. Vietnam is in front of the door and I’m looking forward to get some new impressions from the country. The visa which will expire on 15/05/2017. So there’s plenty of time for exploration…