VietNamNet Bridge – Catholics in Hanoi come to their churches to pray but non-Catholics can also pay a visit to these old churches and admire their sacred beauty.


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St. Joseph's Cathedral in No. 40, Nha Chung Street, Hoan Kiem precinct was inaugurated at Christmas season in 1887. Young people enjoy coffee in nearby shops and couples are happily taking wedding photos.

 

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The church attracts thousands of visitors on Christmas Day.     

 

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Ham Long church in No. 21 Ham Long Street, Hoan Kiem precinct was completed building in December 1934. It is 17m tall.  

 

 

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 Tourists are impressed by its elegant architecture. 

 

 

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Cua Bac church in No. 56 Phan Dinh Phung Street was designed by a French architect and built in 1931-1932.

 

 

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Phung Khoang church in the village of Phung Khoang in Trung Van commune, Tu Liem district was built in 1910. It has French neo-classical architecture.

 

 

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Thinh Liet church (or Lang Tam church) in Giap Bat alley in Hai Ba Trung precinct was built in 1911 and has Gothic style.

 

 

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Ha Dong church is located in Hoang Hoa Tham Street, Ha Dong district. It was built in 1908 and is famous for its beautiful architecture and favourable geographical location.

 

 

    

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