Hà Nội

Hanoi 219.jpg (39694 bytes) Lake of the Restored Sword, Vietnams 'Excalibar".

 In the background,  on a tiny island is the Temple of the Jade Mound.  Reached from the shore via the red arched Sunbeam Bridge

Bicycles, pedal and motorized are the main mode of transportation.  Girl passengers   usually ride side saddle even when not wearing their traditional long dresses. Hanoi 159.jpg (38958 bytes)
Hanoi 356.jpg (39322 bytes) It is probably considered undignified for the police to ride around with umbrellas up.
Sidewalk barbers shop. Hanoi 354.jpg (39367 bytes)