vietnamese folklore - the legend of sword lake - sự tích hồ gươm

<p>Vietnamese Folklore: The Legend Of Sword Lake - Sự Tích Hồ Gươm</p>

<p>Located in the heart of Hanoi, Sword Lake or Lake of the Returned Sword is one of the most beautiful spots in the city. The lake’s name is reminiscent of a historical legend of the resistance war led by Lê Lợi against the North’s invaders in the fifteenth century. A mystical sword had appeared when Lê Lợi and his army most needed it...</p>

<p>Vietnamese Folklore Series includes some of the most famous and typical Vietnamese folktales. The stories are retold in English and illustrated by well-known artists, helping readers understand more about Vietnamese cultures, such as traditional rice cakes, the New Year Pole, the legend of Sword Lake...</p>