The recent coronavirus (nCoV) situation has seen all activities on walking streets around Ho Guom suspended as of February 3, 2020. At present, no activities will resume until a further announcement is made.

Both local people and tourists hang out around Ho Guom, Ngoc Son temple, and The Huc bridge during the weekend.

Visitors walk on the pavements around Sword Lake.

Due to fears surrounding the spread of the nCoV, many pedestrians choose to wear face masks.

Ngoc Son temple is packed with tourists following its reopening after being closed for several days to fight against the potential spread of the nCoV.

Huc bridge remains packed with visitors on the weekend.

At Ly Thai To Monument Flower Garden, groups continue to practice dancing as normal.

Local people don face masks as they enjoy exercising in the area.

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