Hanoi
About Hanoi
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese, and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food. Other landmarks include One Pillar Pagoda, a tiny temple atop a stone pillar, and the 11th-century Temple of Literature, once home to a Confucian academy. French colonial buildings dot the city, from the neoclassical Opera House to the Gothic Revival St. Joseph’s Cathedral. The mausoleum of Communist leader Ho Chi Minh and a museum at Hoa Lo Prison also known as the Hanoi Hilton, which held prisoners of war recall the Vietnam War. Cultural activities range from tai chi martial arts around Hoàn Kiếm Lake to traditional chamber music and water puppetry.
Hoan Kiem Lake
Hoan Kiem Lake, also known as Hồ Gươm or Hồ Tả Vọng, is a freshwater lake, measuring some 12 ha in the historical center of Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. In the past, the lake was variously named "Luc Thuy Lake" or "Thuy Quan Lake". The lake is one of the major scenic spots in the city and serves as a focal point for its public life.
Ho Chi Minh Museum
The Ho Chi Minh Museum is located in Hanoi, Vietnam. The museum is dedicated to the late Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh and Vietnam's revolutionary struggle against foreign powers. Ho Chi Minh museum is located in the Ho Chi Minh complex. The museum documents Ho Chi Minh's life, with eight chronological exhibitions. The museum consists of a collection of artifacts, miniatures, and various gifts gathered nationally and internationally.
Hỏa Lò Prison
Hỏa Lò Prison was a prison used by the French colonists in French Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton". Most of its prisoners at that time were political agitators and the prison was demolished during 1990, although the gatehouse remains as a museum.
Lenin Park
Lenin Park is a small triangular park offering benches and a bustling plaza overseen by a Lenin statue. The present Lenin Park is a playground frequented by locals. The Lenin statue stands in the triangular Lenin Park amidst palm trees.
Keangnam Hanoi Landmark Tower
Keangnam Hanoi Landmark Tower is a mixed-use supertall skyscraper in Pham Hung Road, Nam Từ Liêm district, Hanoi, Vietnam. The complex consists of one 72-story mixed-use tower with a height of 350 m and two 48-story hotel twin towers. Landmark 72 is the site of Vietnam's highest stair climbing race, the Vietnam Landmark 72 Hanoi Vertical Run.
One Pillar Pagoda
One Pillar Pagoda belongs to an architecture complex called Diên Hựu tự which means Extend Bless pagoda. The pagoda is a historic Buddhist temple in the central Ba Đình district of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. The most famous part of this architectural complex is Liên Hoa Đài means Lotus Station which is a temple with a special structure building laid on one pillar.
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
The Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long or Hanoi Citadel is a complex of historic imperial buildings located in the center of Hanoi and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The royal enclosure was first built during the Lý dynasty (1010) and subsequently expanded by the Trần, Lê, and finally the Nguyễn dynasty. It remained the seat of the Vietnamese court until 1810.
Trấn Quốc Pagoda
Trấn Quốc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi, is located on a small island near the southeastern shore of Hanoi's West Lake, Vietnam. Monks have lived at the Trấn Quốc Pagoda for centuries, teaching the ways of Buddhism to the public. The eight-spoked wheel is the symbol of Buddhism because it represents the Noble Eight-fold Path. At the Trấn Quốc Pagoda, there are many lotus flower statues.
The Huc Bridge
The Huc Bridge is a beautiful bridge built to connect the Ngoc Son Temple located in the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake and the lake bank. The Huc Bridge is well-known as “the bridge where light is absorbed”. Constructed mostly of fine wood and painted with a bright red color, The Huc Bridge has an elegant beauty and sophisticated architectural features.
Best Time To Visit Hanoi
The best time to visit Hanoi is from September to November and from March to April when the weather is pleasant.
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