Hanoi – The capital is more than 1000 years old. Not only famous for its long history, rich identity, and traditional national culture, this land is also known as one of the places that attracts many domestic and foreign tourists.
Destinations not to be missed when traveling to Hanoi
1. Hoan Kiem Lake
As a symbol of the capital Hanoi, no matter where they go, Hanoians cannot forget the romantic and charming scenery of Hoan Kiem Lake.
2. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Coming to the capital Hanoi, it is impossible not to visit Uncle Ho’s mausoleum – the nation’s greatest hero. When visiting Uncle Ho’s mausoleum, you should prepare neat clothes and can only enter the mausoleum on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday mornings.
3. One Pillar Pagoda
Built from the Ly Dynasty until now, the One Pillar Pagoda has always been a symbol of a thousand-year-old capital of civilization. The architecture of the One Pillar Pagoda reflects the cultural values of Vietnamese people in feudal society.
4. Temple of Literature Quoc Tu Giam
Temple of Literature is one of the impressive tourist attractions in Hanoi, leaving many memories with visitors. Coming to the Temple of Literature, you can not only visit the architecture, learn about the history of Vietnamese intellectuals during the feudal period, but also have unique check-in photos of Hanoi.
5. Hanoi Cathedral
When you come to Hanoi, you cannot help but visit Hanoi Cathedral. If you have ever admired the unique architecture of both ancient and modern Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City, then come to Hanoi Cathedral. You will see an ancient architectural work built by France in the 19th century. The Cathedral is located quite close to Hoan Kiem Lake, you can walk from Hoan Kiem Lake to the church to take check-in photos.
6. Old Quarter
The capital Hanoi is famous for its 36 streets, the old quarters not only have old houses but also delicious restaurants imbued with Hanoi flavor. Coming to Hanoi’s 36 streets, you can also buy gifts for your loved ones to forever remember your trip to Hanoi.
7. West Lake and Thanh Nien Street
Thanh Nien Street is known as the most romantic “love street” in Hanoi. Formed around the 15th – 17th centuries, Thanh Nien Street has gone through hundreds of years of history with many changes.
8. Tran Quoc Pagoda
Located east of West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda, more than 1,500 years old, is the oldest and most sacred pagoda in Hanoi. Once the Buddhist center of Thang Long under the Ly – Tran dynasties, Tran Quoc Pagoda has now become an attractive spiritual destination of the capital, attracting many tourists to visit and worship each year. In particular, in 2016, Tran Quoc Pagoda was included in the list of 16 most beautiful pagodas in the world voted by the British Daily Mail newspaper.
9. Bat Trang pottery village
When talking about long-standing traditional craft villages in Vietnam, we cannot ignore the name Bat Trang Pottery Village. Bat Trang Pottery Village is not only a place to preserve the traditional culture of Hanoi, but also one of the largest sources of ceramics in Vietnam. Through many ups and downs of time, Bat Trang Pottery Village today is a very attractive tourist destination nearby, attracting many people who want to learn about the pottery industry, as well as buy excellent ceramic products home. most here
10 . Duong Lam ancient village
Duong Lam ancient village is a long-standing ancient village with many unique cultural features. To this day, the village still retains the basic characteristics of an ancient village with village communal houses, banyan trees, water wharfs, pagodas and temples… It can be said that the artistic value here has made Duong Lam has become a highlight when traveling to Hanoi
