National Movie Centre
Add: 87 Pho Lang Ha
Tel: 514 1114
One of the best venues to catch foreign films in Hanoi - the equivalent of an arts cinema back home.
Most of the busier hotels have reasonably priced cafes, which get more popular as the weather worsens! There's a string of popular restaurants worth checking out below the market as you head in the direction of Cat Cat village.
Vietnam has tropical weather marked by a monsoon season. It is typically humid and warm, although the weather can vary significantly from one area to another due to the long length of the country which covers several weather zones and the variance in altitudes (in recently there has been often snow in Sapa and Lang Son while it was quite hot in Saigon).
Until a few decades ago, the most memorable thing about Vietnamese store was the emptiness of its shelves. Today, the scene has changed dramatically, as shops all across the country are over flowing with a variety of products; including distinctive conical hats, fine silk, designer clothes, colorful lamps, delicate ceramic ware, and elegantly carved bamboo furnishings – all available at surprisingly affordable rates.
Clothing
Clothing varies greatly from tourist T-shirts to beaded handbags and traditional ao dai (the traditional costume) made to fit your size. Items made from silk are a popular buy, with prices varying depending on the material and tailor. Pre-made traditional dresses are sold in many places. However, it is more recommended to have the dress made to fit your body, which takes more time and slightly more money.
Shoes, slippers and handbags made from traditional materials (silk and bamboo) can also become unique gifts and accessories.
