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The craft village that’s keeping carpentry alive

Renowned for its rich tradition of carpentry, this village has been thriving since the Nguyen Dynasty and continues to flourish as a prominent supplier of wooden products throughout the country.

Free tickets for Hanoi's double-decker bus service during National Day holiday

Hanoians and tourists can join a free city tour on double-decker buses during the National Day holiday from September 1 to 4.

Thuy Ta House: A unique historical building in the heart of Hanoi

Interesting historical details are revealed about the oldest and only restaurant built on the shores of iconic Hoan Kiem Lake.

Unique delicacies from Hanoi’s countryside

Experienced local chefs can create some delicious and distinctive dishes from the unusual food resources found in the outskirts of Hanoi.

Ba Dinh District: Land of historical relics

As one of the first four core districts of Hanoi, Ba Dinh District is of indisputable importance to the capital and the country as a neuralgic political and administrative center.

Statue of King Le - the oldest bronze architecture in Hanoi

Associated with the restoration of Vietnam's independence, the bronze statue inside the little-known Nam Huong Communal House is impressive.

Hanoi among top five Asia-Pacific’s culinary gems for travellers

Travel website Booking.com has named Hanoi among the top five culinary gems in the Asia-Pacific region for a richer travel experience.

Railway cafés remain open, visitors thread their way through barricades

Despite a ban, the railway café street in Hanoi has become crowded and busy again. Checkpoints have been installed to prevent people from entering the area for safety reasons, but people still find their way there.

Mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh reopens to visitors

The Mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh in Hanoi reopened to the public from August 15 after an annual maintenance.

Hoan Kiem District: The cultural center of Hanoi

Although the smallest of all districts, as the heart of Hanoi, Hoan Kiem District is often the site of the capital's major cultural and political events.

Hanoi culinary space to debut in late September

Opening with the theme of "The quintessence of Vietnamese cuisine”, the Hanoi culinary space is set to officially make its debut from September 29 to October 1.

Hanoi named among world’s 21 best winter vacations for 2023

The US News & World Report has unveiled the 21 best winter vacations to enjoy this year around the world, with Hanoi ranking sixth in the list.

Where did BlackPink sample Vietnamese pho and banh mi?

During the second night of the Born Pink show at My Dinh Stadium in Hanoi, two members of the K-pop girl band BlackPink - Jisoo and Lisa – enjoyed Vietnamese banh mi (sandwich) and pho (noodle).

Hanoi’s specialty for food lovers

The Muscovy duck deep-fried with garlic, a dish celebrated for its delicious taste and tantalizing aroma, has carved its own niche in Hanoi’s culinary map.

Hanoi develops night-time tourism to attract more visitors

Hanoi's Department of Tourism plans to organise a series of night-time tourism activities to tap the potential of the night-time economy and attract more visitors to the capital city.

Hanoi-style fried fermented pork rolls

Unlike the famous fermented pork rolls in Dong Thap, Binh Dinh, and Thanh Hoa, the fried fermented pork rolls in Hanoi have a completely different flavor that has earned them a spot on the list of must-try street food for tourists.

American couple surprised about cheap costs in Hanoi

Returning to Vietnam for the second time, the American travelers were surprised as everything was inexpensive in Hanoi. He and his girlfriend went out with just $100 in their pocket and did not use up the money after one day in the city.

In Hanoi, don’t rush to get caffeinated

According to the culinary website Taste Atlas, four of the nine most popular Southeast Asian coffees are from Vietnam.

Unique Cantonese Assembly Hall in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter

The centuries-old relic is a testament to brilliant development of former Thang Long Imperial Citadel in the early 20th century.

Hong River’s mudflats to become green parks and tourism spots

Mudflats on the Hong (Red) River in Hanoi could become green parks and tourism spots to serve not only city dwellers but also tourists.