Hanoi West Lake is located in the southwestern part of Hanoi, Vietnam and is the largest freshwater lake in northern Vietnam. Surrounded by mountains, West Lake shows a beautiful and splendid lake surface with pleasant scenery. Not far from West Lake are historical and cultural sites and scenic spots such as Wenbi Mountain and Qiandao Temple. There are many reed marshes and lotus flowers in the lake, while a few villages and farmlands dot its surroundings. A small island, "Sun Island", is flanked by the central portion of the lake, with a small temple and an ancient tower gate all in the center. West Lake is one of the most tourist-covered attractions in Hanoi, where visitors may enjoy taking small boats out to view the lake with its mountain scenery.