Over the past couple days we've had the opportunity to get out and see some of Hanoi's great culture.
On Friday we made a short visit to the Temple of Literature. The architecture was amazing and even thought most of the historical stories we're in vietnamese I think we got the gist of it. Owen's been great on outings. Most of the times he takes in the fresh air and has a nap. He may be missing the sights, but we're making sure to get it all on film.
Yesterday morning we got up early to take in a show at the Water Puppet Theatre. We discovered that it's one of the last Theatres of its kind in the world. They say it's a lost art. The show was fun, made up of authentic music and historic fables. Definitely a must see.
Afterwards we met with a friend of ours at a nice hotel in Hanoi for Dim Sum. We haven't tried it before and the variety of more chinese food was great. While we were there we got the chance to check out Hanoi from the rooftop of the hotel. What an amazing view. You really get a chance to discover how huge Hanoi really is! The population is estimated to be close to 8 million people working/living here.
As Owen gets more comfortable with us we may venture out to do a bit more shopping. (The deals in Vietnam are amazing!)
Also, we're trying to update our flickr account with more photos as we take them, so click on the badge to the right for more pics!
6 comments:
Well well well, since there seems to be great deals to be had over there, you know your little brother needs a few items , hint hint. Actually sounds like your all having a lot of fun. We cant wait to see you all on Saturday, fingers crossed, XOXO
Kaila and Derek
Ange-
Owen is such a handsome little guy!!!!
I am so glad you are enjoying your time in Hanoi.
Glad that you're getting a chance to see Hanoi and that Owen is taking it all in stride. Can't wait to see you.
Jules
I'm loving the Canada T-shirt! I guess you haven't really needed the sunhats...
Is it the 2nd or the 3rd you are expected back? Can we get a tentative travel schedule...
Bev
I absolutely love the picture of Owen with his hands flailing up and down and the great big smile on his face!
Jules
bev,
we called singapore to request the "status of our file" & e-mailed them as well. we haven't heard anything yet about the visa's. If they take the 5 business days to get them to us we won't be back until early-mid next week. If they respond & get things dome quickly we return on February 2nd. I will let you know probably thursday what the plan is.....hoping for saturday.
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