As I boarded my flight from Siem Reap, Cambodia to reach my second and final destination – Hanoi, Vietnam during my nine-day South-East-Asian jaunt, little did I realise that this under-rated country is going to be one of the best hosts ever. Vietnam was everything - It was both mesmeric and exotic. It’s staggering natural beauty, coupled with cultural complexities and spirited megacities, carved out an alluring picture in my mind and Vietnam will always have a special place in my travel diaries. During my five-day stay in Vietnam, I chose only to stay in Hanoi, the capital city, and visit the neighboring attractions. If you are a lone traveler or you intend to explore the place without muss fuss, I strongly recommend that you stay in the bustling Old Quarters at Hanoi. Old Quarters is a riot of restaurants, markets and long-winding streets. On the one hand, the Old Quarters hosts a slew of old buildings and government offices, (drawing inspiration from the French architec...