This is the main attraction to see in Hanoi and should be manditory for all to see passing through Hanoi. Make sure to get there early and avoid the long lines though. More

you can learn about life of vietnamese from the past to present More

If one enjoys seeing an embalmed body, this was ok. Not sure it is worth the time it takes to wait for admittance; seeing Ho's residence was mildly interesting. Not a priority compared to other things one might do in Hanoi. More

Very impressive. To see him laying there looks like he was alive yesterday. The gardens surrounding the mausoleum are meticulously maintained. Heavy security, follow the rules, wear long sleeves and shorts below the knees when visiting any temple or this mausoleum or they will not let you in....across the street you can buy a cheap scarf. There is a lady... More

I suppose it's mandatory when in Hanoi to visit Ho Chi Minh. All the locals seem to pay great homage as the queues were incredible the day I was there. Still it's worth the wait to see how revered this man still is. More

Seeing a embalmed body is quite an experience, don't forget to get there early in the morning or you may have to stand for an hour. More

We arrived early AM, no line up, and moved straight through. A bit sad to see such a revered communists wishes not being followed. He wanted to be cremated, but they continue to have his mumified body on display. Very sombre, I would not miss it. More

With Lenin in Moscow and Mao in Beijing, Uncle Ho is the third political 'star' to be kept on ice as it were. Unlike the other two fellows, the visit to Uncle Ho is relatively easy. Just join th elong long line, make sure you don't cross your hands or put them in your pockets (the large number of watchful... More

Very somber, rigid, cold. Hands below the waist, head bowed, no talking, no pictures as you file thru this large block of stone to see "Uncle Ho" resting in a glass case guarded by soldiers in white uniform. Earie, but probably something you won't see anywhere else in the world. More