Hanoi is not your typical city, nonetheless, it is impressive indeed! Blending in well with the modern office buildings are the ancient parts of the city. Hanoi is said to have been established more than a thousand years ago. A local king named Ly Thai To built his palace in Hanoi centuries ago, craftsman and artist began to open shop here as well. To date, the ancient streets of Hanoi have named according to the crafts sold down each lane. The roads are winding and romantic to stroll through as well, so why not give it a try?