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Tomas Bubela
"Hoan Kiem Lake (Vietnamese: Hồ Hoàn Kiếm), also known as Sword Lake (Hồ Gươm), is a picturesque freshwater lake located in the historical center of Hanoi, Vietnam. The name “Hoan Kiem” translates to “Lake of the Returned Sword” in English. The lake is one of Hanoi’s most famous and scenic spots, holding significant cultural and historical importance. According to legend, Emperor Lê Lợi returned a magical sword to the Golden Turtle God in this lake after defeating the Ming Chinese. The lake is surrounded by beautiful landscapes and is home to the iconic Turtle Tower (Tháp Rùa) situated on a small island near its center"
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Merel Van Meerveld
"Hoan Kiem Lake is a central point in the city. The Ngoc Son Temple is located on a small island in the middle of the lake. This island is connected to the land by a bridge that can be crossed."
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Larissa Schultz
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"On the Northeast side of the lake there is a famous Water Puppet Show that is very popular. We did not go, but people who have say it is a charming. Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre."
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