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Ho Guom Opera House embodies all the elements of a world-class theatre

According to Pellower, Ho Guom Opera House has standout features compared to the names on this award list. It is one of the theaters with the best equipment in the region, and even the world, from stage performance equipment to sound.

Hanoi to build 10 urban railway lines, reduce traffic congestion

The capital city of Hanoi needs $40 billion to develop 10 urban railway routes expected to be a critical solution to traffic congestion, which causes damages worth $1 billion a year to the city.

Hanoi to hold dialogues with investors, businesses in late March

During the conference, city leaders will exchange views, provide answers, and address the difficulties faced by enterprises investing and operating in industrial zones and clusters in the city.

Hanoi records threefold increase in dengue fever compared to 2023

The Hanoi Centre for Disease Control (CDC) reported that in recent weeks, the city continues to witness cases of dengue fever, averaging between 17-24 cases per week.

Hospital admissions rise due to humidity, air pollution

On March 16, according to the Air Visual application monitoring air quality, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Hanoi ranged from 196 to 237 in the morning, a very poor level detrimental to human health.

Hanoi’s biggest promotion programme to start from April 30

Hanoi’s concentrated promotion programme will kick off on April 30, featuring 100 booths with promotion from 30-100%, according to the city Department of Industry and Trade.

Hanoi leads Provincial Innovation Index

Hanoi scores 62.86 points in the first-ever Provincial Innovation Index (PII) to become the best performer in Viet Nam in 2023.

Nhon-Hanoi Station Metro Line starts test run

Nhon-Hanoi Station Metro Line has begun its test run, marking a significant step towards the commencement of commercial service on its elevated section, scheduled in June.

Hanoi seeks solutions for environment in industrial zones, craft villages

The industrial parks and craft villages bring high income, but local people are facing heavy pollution.

Temple of Literature to host largest-ever watercolour painting exhibition

As many as 200 watercolour paintings by talented artists across the globe will be introduced at the international exhibition “Colours of Cultures” which will open at Van Mieu (Temple of Literature), Hanoi on March 16.

Hanoi takes proactive measures against rabies and whooping cough

According to the Hanoi Centre for Disease Control, the capital city has reported nine cases of whooping cough since the beginning of the year until March 7, a significant increase compared to previous years.

Hanoi’s oldest hotel reopens its historical Heritage Wing

The iconic Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has officially reopened its historical Heritage Wing after nearly two years of renovation.

Hanoi to turn alluvial islet on Red River into bird sanctuary

Hanoi is focusing on biodiversity conservation, using land resources to preserve wildlife on the Red River.

Drone show to light up Hanoi sky on March 9 evening

A light show using 300 drones will be performed at the Tay Ho creative space on Trinh Cong Son Pedestrian Street in Tay Ho district of Hanoi on March 9 evening as part of an event to launch the “Get on Hanoi 2024” program.

Iconic Hanoi Opera House introduces new music programme for public

Hanoi's local residents and tourists now can enjoy more options for entertainment when the Opera House introduces a new art programme.

Electricity bill shocks caused by changes in meter reading date: EVN

The change in reading date for February increases the number of days calculated in the month’s electricity bill, resulting in higher bills.

"Get on Hanoi 2024" to kick off Hanoi's tourism year 2024

Hanoi Tourism Year 2024 will include a series of interesting cultural events that will carry the unique identity of the city with thousands of years of civilization.

Colonial-era French ad posters preserved on Hanoi street

A mid-20th-century French advertising poster in Hanoi, covered up shortly after its discovery in early 2023, was recently unveiled as a highlight of the Cua Nam Flower Garden art project.

Hanoi tops the world’s most air polluted cities

The air quality in Hanoi reached “very unhealthy” levels in the early morning of March 5, placing the capital at the top of the world’s most air polluted cities list.

“Get on Hanoi 2024” programme to attract more tourists to capital city

A programme with the theme of “Get on Hanoi 2024” will take place from March 9 to March 10 at the creative space of Tay Ho district in Hanoi, with the event set to draw crowds of visitors.