Liti’s guidebook
Historical
Hanoi is a city of over 1000 years old, it such as waste if you do not spend sometimes exploring its rich culture and history. Below are some notable place for you to explore Hanoi, if culture and history is your interest.
Ngoc Son Temple was built in the 18th century on Jade Island in the centre of the ‘Lake of the Returned Sword’ or Hoan Kiem Lake. Legend describes how an emperor was once given a magical sword which helped him defeat the Chinese Ming Dynasty and in doing so saw the return of the Golden Turtle God to the lake.
Tourists can also observe the preserved giant soft shell turtles (believed to be descendant of the Turtle God), the last of it kinds.
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Ngoc Son Temple
Phố Đinh Tiên HoàngNgoc Son Temple was built in the 18th century on Jade Island in the centre of the ‘Lake of the Returned Sword’ or Hoan Kiem Lake. Legend describes how an emperor was once given a magical sword which helped him defeat the Chinese Ming Dynasty and in doing so saw the return of the Golden Turtle God to the lake.
Tourists can also observe the preserved giant soft shell turtles (believed to be descendant of the Turtle God), the last of it kinds.
Hanoi is a dreamy City. Though Vietnam is one of the fastest growing country in the world, its capital still possess a hidden charm of a 1000 years old city.
Take a walk around the Old Quarter and don't be afraid to get loss. Blend in and feel the Vietnamese life running around you.
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Old Quarter
Phố Lương Ngọc QuyếnHanoi is a dreamy City. Though Vietnam is one of the fastest growing country in the world, its capital still possess a hidden charm of a 1000 years old city.
Take a walk around the Old Quarter and don't be afraid to get loss. Blend in and feel the Vietnamese life running around you.
The Flag Tower of Hanoi is a tower in Hanoi, Vietnam, which is one of the symbols of the city and once a part of the Hanoi Citadel, a World Heritage Site.
It's located next to Vietnam Military History Museum.
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Hanoi Flag Tower
Điện Biên PhủThe Flag Tower of Hanoi is a tower in Hanoi, Vietnam, which is one of the symbols of the city and once a part of the Hanoi Citadel, a World Heritage Site.
It's located next to Vietnam Military History Museum.
The temple of Literature is recognized as the first university of Vietnam. Where all the professors were trained to become officials to serve kings of many dynasties. Hanoians often visit the temple to pray for support relating to study or exams.
Temple of Literature
Temple of LiteratureThe temple of Literature is recognized as the first university of Vietnam. Where all the professors were trained to become officials to serve kings of many dynasties. Hanoians often visit the temple to pray for support relating to study or exams.
Quan Truong is one of the many gates built on the eastern side of the earth citadel enclosing the former Thăng Long Royal Capital. That citadel was built in 1749, but the appearance of this gate is due to the major repairs in 1817.
At present, the gate has a main entrance and two smaller entrances on both sides. Above the main entrance is a watch-tower which was formerly occupied by security guards throughout the day and night.
Quan Chuong Stadttor
Ô Quan ChưởngQuan Truong is one of the many gates built on the eastern side of the earth citadel enclosing the former Thăng Long Royal Capital. That citadel was built in 1749, but the appearance of this gate is due to the major repairs in 1817.
At present, the gate has a main entrance and two smaller entrances on both sides. Above the main entrance is a watch-tower which was formerly occupied by security guards throughout the day and night.
If you're keen on exploring the history and culture of Red river Delta - Northern Vietnam, you can take a day trip to the infamous Đường Lâm district, a village located 45 km away from Hanoi. This is the home town of 2 Vietnamese Kings from 2 different dynasty. Enjoy the peaceful countryside and the unique architecture of Đường Lâm - houses are made of laterite. Local restaurants are available which serves delicious crispy pork.
Đường Lâm
If you're keen on exploring the history and culture of Red river Delta - Northern Vietnam, you can take a day trip to the infamous Đường Lâm district, a village located 45 km away from Hanoi. This is the home town of 2 Vietnamese Kings from 2 different dynasty. Enjoy the peaceful countryside and the unique architecture of Đường Lâm - houses are made of laterite. Local restaurants are available which serves delicious crispy pork.
Visit Hanoi most iconic church located right at the heart of the city. Visit it during Sunday and you can attend church mass. In front of the church. You can find Nha Chung street with many authentic souvenir shop and many peaceful corner for relaxing and enjoying Hanoi's vibe.
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Kathedrale St. Josef
40 Nhà ChungVisit Hanoi most iconic church located right at the heart of the city. Visit it during Sunday and you can attend church mass. In front of the church. You can find Nha Chung street with many authentic souvenir shop and many peaceful corner for relaxing and enjoying Hanoi's vibe.
Quán Thánh Temple (Vietnamese: Đền Quán Thánh), formerly known as Trấn Vũ Temple, is a Taoist temple in Hanoi, Vietnam. Dated to the 11th century, the temple was dedicated to Xuan Wu, or Trấn Vũ in Vietnamese, one of the principal deities in Taoism. As one of the Four Sacred Temples of the capital, Quan Thánh Temple is located near West Lake in a ward of the same name: Quán Thánh Ward; and is one of the leading tourist attractions in Hanoi.The temple's name means Place of the Gods. Reside within the temple is a 3.6 tonnes statude of the Deity of the North, Trấn Vũ. Considered a masterpiece of Vietnamese bronze casting and sculpture, it is the second biggest bronze statue in Vietnam
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Quan Thanh Tempel
Đường Thanh NiênQuán Thánh Temple (Vietnamese: Đền Quán Thánh), formerly known as Trấn Vũ Temple, is a Taoist temple in Hanoi, Vietnam. Dated to the 11th century, the temple was dedicated to Xuan Wu, or Trấn Vũ in Vietnamese, one of the principal deities in Taoism. As one of the Four Sacred Temples of the capital, Quan Thánh Temple is located near West Lake in a ward of the same name: Quán Thánh Ward; and is one of the leading tourist attractions in Hanoi.The temple's name means Place of the Gods. Reside within the temple is a 3.6 tonnes statude of the Deity of the North, Trấn Vũ. Considered a masterpiece of Vietnamese bronze casting and sculpture, it is the second biggest bronze statue in Vietnam
Sightseeing
Looking for instagramable sight? fancy a walk around Hanoi's iconic locations. Below is some area you can visit to take a walk a snap a cool picture for your facebook and instagram
Take a walk around Hoan Kiem lake and you can see the true Hanoi. Early morning you can see the elders and locals doing exercises, such a lively scene.
During the weekend, the vehicles will be blocked for walking street and live art performing on the street of Hoan Kiem lake. However be aware of scammer sometimes.
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Hoàn Kiếm Lake
Take a walk around Hoan Kiem lake and you can see the true Hanoi. Early morning you can see the elders and locals doing exercises, such a lively scene.
During the weekend, the vehicles will be blocked for walking street and live art performing on the street of Hoan Kiem lake. However be aware of scammer sometimes.
A symbol of the tenacity and resilience of the Hanoian people, the Long Bien Bridge (built between 1899 and 1902) was bombed on several occasions during the American War, and each time quickly repaired by the Vietnamese. Designed by Gustave Eiffel (of Eiffel Tower fame), the bridge, used by trains, mopeds and pedestrians, is undergoing reconstruction to restore its original appearance. It's colorfully illuminated at night. It's a very good place for photos and chilling, especially at sunset.
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Long-Biên-Brücke
A symbol of the tenacity and resilience of the Hanoian people, the Long Bien Bridge (built between 1899 and 1902) was bombed on several occasions during the American War, and each time quickly repaired by the Vietnamese. Designed by Gustave Eiffel (of Eiffel Tower fame), the bridge, used by trains, mopeds and pedestrians, is undergoing reconstruction to restore its original appearance. It's colorfully illuminated at night. It's a very good place for photos and chilling, especially at sunset.
The city’s largest lake, known as both Ho Tay and West Lake, is 15km in circumference and ringed by upmarket suburbs, including the predominantly expat Tay Ho district. On the south side, along Thuy Khue street, are seafood restaurants, and to the east, the Xuan Dieu strip is lined with restaurants, cafes, boutiques and luxury hotels. The atmosphere makes a calm change from the chaos of the Old Quarter. A pathway circles the lake, making for a great bicycle ride and sunset view point.
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Westsee
D8, 14 Thụy KhuêThe city’s largest lake, known as both Ho Tay and West Lake, is 15km in circumference and ringed by upmarket suburbs, including the predominantly expat Tay Ho district. On the south side, along Thuy Khue street, are seafood restaurants, and to the east, the Xuan Dieu strip is lined with restaurants, cafes, boutiques and luxury hotels. The atmosphere makes a calm change from the chaos of the Old Quarter. A pathway circles the lake, making for a great bicycle ride and sunset view point.
Local snack, drink and beverage
If you wish to explore the cuisine of Vietnam, especially what local eat and drink, below are some of Hanoi most delicious and famous street food. YUM!
You have to try Trang Tien Ice cream for once in your life. Trang Tien Ice cream was first introduced to Hanoian in 1958. It was my childhood favourite. Though in modern day Trang Tien ice cream has to face competition from many brands, it remains one of Hanoian's most iconic delicacy. The store is located at 35 Trang Tien str, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
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Trang Tien Ice Cream
35 Tràng TiềnYou have to try Trang Tien Ice cream for once in your life. Trang Tien Ice cream was first introduced to Hanoian in 1958. It was my childhood favourite. Though in modern day Trang Tien ice cream has to face competition from many brands, it remains one of Hanoian's most iconic delicacy. The store is located at 35 Trang Tien str, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
If you're into local food, I recommend you to try "Chao Suon", meaning pork rib porridge serve with pork floss (Ruoc) and Breadstick (Quay, pronounced as Kway , one of Hanoian favourite afternoon snack. I personally have at least 2 bowls each time I visit. This road side store is located at No1 Ngo Huyen Str, Hoan Kiem district.
Cháo sườn Ngõ Huyện Lý Quốc Sư
2A Lý Quốc SưIf you're into local food, I recommend you to try "Chao Suon", meaning pork rib porridge serve with pork floss (Ruoc) and Breadstick (Quay, pronounced as Kway , one of Hanoian favourite afternoon snack. I personally have at least 2 bowls each time I visit. This road side store is located at No1 Ngo Huyen Str, Hoan Kiem district.
I bet you never try Egg coffee before, if you're in Hanoi, why not have a taste of Hanoi very special drink, coffee mix with egg, created by a local since 1920s, feel the soft and creamy taste of this one of a kind Hanoi-an drink. The cafe is located at 39 Nguyen Huu Huan Str, Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi
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Cafe Giảng
39 Nguyễn Hữu HuânI bet you never try Egg coffee before, if you're in Hanoi, why not have a taste of Hanoi very special drink, coffee mix with egg, created by a local since 1920s, feel the soft and creamy taste of this one of a kind Hanoi-an drink. The cafe is located at 39 Nguyen Huu Huan Str, Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi
This local snack store (No 4, Hang Can Str, Hoan Kiem district) sell very local and traditional Hanoian "Che", an all-year-round desert, pronounced as "Cheh" (sweet soup), which is available in both winter (hot) and summer (ice). You can order black bean, mung bean, lotus seed Che, etc served with black jelly and shredded coconut during summer, or Chi Ma Phu (black sesame) or Luc Tao Xa (mung bean) hot sweet soup during winter. Yum!
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Chè Bốn Mùa
4 Hàng CânThis local snack store (No 4, Hang Can Str, Hoan Kiem district) sell very local and traditional Hanoian "Che", an all-year-round desert, pronounced as "Cheh" (sweet soup), which is available in both winter (hot) and summer (ice). You can order black bean, mung bean, lotus seed Che, etc served with black jelly and shredded coconut during summer, or Chi Ma Phu (black sesame) or Luc Tao Xa (mung bean) hot sweet soup during winter. Yum!
I hope tourists never leave Vietnam without trying Bun Cha. Many foreign friends of mine can have Bun Cha several days a week! Even Obama had to have it when he visited Hanoi.
Bun Cha is also Hanoi-origined, The dish is very simple to make and can be found anytime of the year. Bun cha consist of a plate of vermicelli (bun), a bowl of broth with grilled pork, and a basket of fresh greens, and don't forget the crispy seafood spring roll (nem)! and Bun Cha 34 can be considered one of the best!
The restaurant is located at 34 Hang Than Str, Ba Dinh district.
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Bún Chả Tuyết
34 Hàng ThanI hope tourists never leave Vietnam without trying Bun Cha. Many foreign friends of mine can have Bun Cha several days a week! Even Obama had to have it when he visited Hanoi.
Bun Cha is also Hanoi-origined, The dish is very simple to make and can be found anytime of the year. Bun cha consist of a plate of vermicelli (bun), a bowl of broth with grilled pork, and a basket of fresh greens, and don't forget the crispy seafood spring roll (nem)! and Bun Cha 34 can be considered one of the best!
The restaurant is located at 34 Hang Than Str, Ba Dinh district.
If you are a fan of sweet snack such as ice cream or flan, visit Kem dừa, No 16 Hang Than street, Ba Dinh district, you will not be let down. Locals love to have vanilla ice cream served in a coconut. yum!
Kem dừa caramen chè cực ngon
29 Hàng ThanIf you are a fan of sweet snack such as ice cream or flan, visit Kem dừa, No 16 Hang Than street, Ba Dinh district, you will not be let down. Locals love to have vanilla ice cream served in a coconut. yum!
Are you a fan of exotic food, who wish to try local foods, the more unique the better. If yes, visit Ốc Đinh Liệt, a road-side restaunrant serving steamed fresh water snail and clamp. Dip them snail into the chilli - garlic - fish sauce mixture and enjoy this authentic Hanoian. You will be surprise how tasty it can be. The store name is Ha Trang and located at 1A Dinh Liet Str, Hoan Kiem district.
Ốc Đinh Liệt
1A Đinh LiệtAre you a fan of exotic food, who wish to try local foods, the more unique the better. If yes, visit Ốc Đinh Liệt, a road-side restaunrant serving steamed fresh water snail and clamp. Dip them snail into the chilli - garlic - fish sauce mixture and enjoy this authentic Hanoian. You will be surprise how tasty it can be. The store name is Ha Trang and located at 1A Dinh Liet Str, Hoan Kiem district.
Another signature Hanoian and Northern Vietnam dish.
Banh cuon Gia truyen Thanh Van is located at 12-14 Hang Ga Str, Hang Bo ward, Hoan Kiem district.
Banh cuon is a steamed rice crepe filled with minced pork, mushrooms, onions etc and served with a tasty dripping sauce. It is amazing to watch the preparation and then be served several plates full by quick and efficient staff. Delicious and cheap. Have a nice walk around this area of the old quarter after your snack!
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Bánh Cuốn Gia Truyền Thanh Vân
Another signature Hanoian and Northern Vietnam dish.
Banh cuon Gia truyen Thanh Van is located at 12-14 Hang Ga Str, Hang Bo ward, Hoan Kiem district.
Banh cuon is a steamed rice crepe filled with minced pork, mushrooms, onions etc and served with a tasty dripping sauce. It is amazing to watch the preparation and then be served several plates full by quick and efficient staff. Delicious and cheap. Have a nice walk around this area of the old quarter after your snack!
Pho Suong, one of Hanoi olders Pho restaurant. Located at 24B Ngo Trung Yen (Near Dinh Liet str).
Pho Suong remains one of those street food stall last through up and down history of Hanoi, and tried to maintain traditional recipes. A hot bowl of Phơ never fail to lift you up!
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Phở Sướng
24B Đinh LiệtPho Suong, one of Hanoi olders Pho restaurant. Located at 24B Ngo Trung Yen (Near Dinh Liet str).
Pho Suong remains one of those street food stall last through up and down history of Hanoi, and tried to maintain traditional recipes. A hot bowl of Phơ never fail to lift you up!
Phở Gia Truyền Bát Đàn has been around for 100 years, one of Hanoi most famous Pho's restaurant. Pho Bat Dan offers both steamy soupy Pho (Beef soup noodle) and stir fried Pho (stir fried beef). You never visit Hanoi if you never try Pho here. What are you waiting for?
The restaurant is located at 49 Bat Dan street, Hoan Kiem district
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Phở bò gia truyền
49 Bát ĐànPhở Gia Truyền Bát Đàn has been around for 100 years, one of Hanoi most famous Pho's restaurant. Pho Bat Dan offers both steamy soupy Pho (Beef soup noodle) and stir fried Pho (stir fried beef). You never visit Hanoi if you never try Pho here. What are you waiting for?
The restaurant is located at 49 Bat Dan street, Hoan Kiem district
Another delicious version of Pho, but served with steamed chicken in chicken soup. You can choose to have Chicken thigh or Chicken breast. Pho Ga (Chicken Pho) Mai Anh is a famous store for both Local and Tourists, who serve big portion which you will not regret having.
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Phở Gà Mai Anh
32 Lê Văn HưuAnother delicious version of Pho, but served with steamed chicken in chicken soup. You can choose to have Chicken thigh or Chicken breast. Pho Ga (Chicken Pho) Mai Anh is a famous store for both Local and Tourists, who serve big portion which you will not regret having.
Sticky rice is a very common dish for Vietnamese, which can be eaten during breakfast, lunch, dinner or even as snack during mid afternoon or late night. Xoi Yen serves sticky rice with a wide variety of toping, such as: corn flour, Vietnamese sausage, pork, etc. The restaurant is famous to both locals and tourists.
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Xôi Yến
35b Nguyễn Hữu HuânSticky rice is a very common dish for Vietnamese, which can be eaten during breakfast, lunch, dinner or even as snack during mid afternoon or late night. Xoi Yen serves sticky rice with a wide variety of toping, such as: corn flour, Vietnamese sausage, pork, etc. The restaurant is famous to both locals and tourists.
Food scene
Introducing some of Hanoi most favorite local and international food restaurants.
A Top quality and sophisticated Vegan restaurant located just 5 minutes walk from Liti's homestay.
Uu Dam Vegan offers a cozy and quiet vibe, with exquisite, nutritious and healthy cuisine in a peaceful and relaxing environment for individuals, couple or group. You will enjoy Uu Dam Vegan if you lead a healthy life or need a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.
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Ưu Đàm Chay
55 Phố Hàng BàiA Top quality and sophisticated Vegan restaurant located just 5 minutes walk from Liti's homestay.
Uu Dam Vegan offers a cozy and quiet vibe, with exquisite, nutritious and healthy cuisine in a peaceful and relaxing environment for individuals, couple or group. You will enjoy Uu Dam Vegan if you lead a healthy life or need a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.
Marou is a Vietnamese Chocolate brand founded by 2 French who were fascinated by the richness of cocoa of Vietnam. Here you can enjoy a cup of chocolate or different kind of chocolate made from different type of cocoa grow in 6 different province of Vietnam.
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Maison Marou Hanoi
91a Thợ NhuộmMarou is a Vietnamese Chocolate brand founded by 2 French who were fascinated by the richness of cocoa of Vietnam. Here you can enjoy a cup of chocolate or different kind of chocolate made from different type of cocoa grow in 6 different province of Vietnam.
Might not be the oldest dish of Hanoi as it has only been around for over a hundred years, but “Chả Cá Lã Vọng” or “Chả Cá Hà Nội” is definitely the most unique among best known dishes of the capital city. Although “Chả Cá” can be found in many restaurants even around the world, the orginal “Chả Cá Lã Vọng” is still open for locals and tourist after five generations.
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La Vong Grilled Fish
Might not be the oldest dish of Hanoi as it has only been around for over a hundred years, but “Chả Cá Lã Vọng” or “Chả Cá Hà Nội” is definitely the most unique among best known dishes of the capital city. Although “Chả Cá” can be found in many restaurants even around the world, the orginal “Chả Cá Lã Vọng” is still open for locals and tourist after five generations.
Pizza 4P is the raising star in Vietnam. The restaurant was founded by a Japanese chef who successfully combine the finest essence of Italian food and Japanese dedication. Visit Pizza 4P and enjoy its signature pizzas which you might never see anywhere around the world.
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Pizza 4P's Tràng Tiền
43 Tràng TiềnPizza 4P is the raising star in Vietnam. The restaurant was founded by a Japanese chef who successfully combine the finest essence of Italian food and Japanese dedication. Visit Pizza 4P and enjoy its signature pizzas which you might never see anywhere around the world.
Great restaurant for Indian food at very reasonable price in Hanoi, Vietnam. The service is fast and the food quality & taste are amazing. Dont miss this place for nice Indian food. The restaurant received Certificate of Excellence
2015 - 2019 Winner
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Great restaurant for Indian food at very reasonable price in Hanoi, Vietnam. The service is fast and the food quality & taste are amazing. Dont miss this place for nice Indian food. The restaurant received Certificate of Excellence
2015 - 2019 Winner
Quán Ăn Ngon (Delicious Restaurant) offers a wide varieties of signature dishes from 3 regions of Vietnam (North-Centre-South). The restaurant took advantage of a vintage French colonial style bungalow to create a warm and nostalgic atmosphere, which add in more flavour to the foods they serve. Visit the place if you wish to have a try of different kind of Vietnamese cuisine
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Quán Ăn Ngon
41 Phố Hàng KhayQuán Ăn Ngon (Delicious Restaurant) offers a wide varieties of signature dishes from 3 regions of Vietnam (North-Centre-South). The restaurant took advantage of a vintage French colonial style bungalow to create a warm and nostalgic atmosphere, which add in more flavour to the foods they serve. Visit the place if you wish to have a try of different kind of Vietnamese cuisine
Ngon Garden is located at 70 Nguyen Du - one of the most beautiful street in the center of Hanoi. Approximately 3000 m2 with the breathtaking view of poetic Thien Quang Lake divided into many different spaces for diners to freely choose the spot to suit their culinary needs.
Food serve: Fusion Vietnamese, Thai and Western.
Ngon Garden
70 Nguyễn DuNgon Garden is located at 70 Nguyen Du - one of the most beautiful street in the center of Hanoi. Approximately 3000 m2 with the breathtaking view of poetic Thien Quang Lake divided into many different spaces for diners to freely choose the spot to suit their culinary needs.
Food serve: Fusion Vietnamese, Thai and Western.
A premium Vietnamese restaurant which is located in the heart of Hanoi, 3 minutes walking from The Hanoi Opera House, with modern "Indochine" architecture, Luk Lak is a great combination of traditional and fusion Vietnamese cuisines. With the well-known Madame Binh from the Spicies Garden of Hanoi Sofitel Legend Metropole to create a "WOW" menu with fresh and local organic ingredients.
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Luk Lak Vietnamese Restaurant
4A Lê Thánh TôngA premium Vietnamese restaurant which is located in the heart of Hanoi, 3 minutes walking from The Hanoi Opera House, with modern "Indochine" architecture, Luk Lak is a great combination of traditional and fusion Vietnamese cuisines. With the well-known Madame Binh from the Spicies Garden of Hanoi Sofitel Legend Metropole to create a "WOW" menu with fresh and local organic ingredients.
Art/Performance
Water Puppet is a tradition that dates back as far as the 11th century when it originated in the villages of the Red River Delta area of northern Vietnam. Today's Vietnamese water puppetry is a unique variation on the ancient Asian puppet tradition.
Thang Long water puppet is the only theater in Asia that performs water puppetry all 365 days of the year”. If you are a cultured person, this is a must for you.
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Thang-Long-Wasser-Puppen-Theater
57B Đinh Tiên HoàngWater Puppet is a tradition that dates back as far as the 11th century when it originated in the villages of the Red River Delta area of northern Vietnam. Today's Vietnamese water puppetry is a unique variation on the ancient Asian puppet tradition.
Thang Long water puppet is the only theater in Asia that performs water puppetry all 365 days of the year”. If you are a cultured person, this is a must for you.
Hanoi Opera House is located in central Hanoi, Vietnam. It was erected by the French colonial administration between 1901 and 1911 and it's also one of Hanoi iconic place.
Hanoi Opera House is a unique structure with its outstanding values in terms of history, culture, architecture and art. It is a unique component of the urban and capital architecture, contributing to our country face today in the field of culture, creating the necessary prerequisites for expansion of cultural exchange on the way of economic and social development today, especially in the struggle to revive the national culture.
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Opernhaus Hanoi
1 Tràng TiềnHanoi Opera House is located in central Hanoi, Vietnam. It was erected by the French colonial administration between 1901 and 1911 and it's also one of Hanoi iconic place.
Hanoi Opera House is a unique structure with its outstanding values in terms of history, culture, architecture and art. It is a unique component of the urban and capital architecture, contributing to our country face today in the field of culture, creating the necessary prerequisites for expansion of cultural exchange on the way of economic and social development today, especially in the struggle to revive the national culture.
Bar/Lounge/Club/Cafe
On three funky levels with retro furniture, the Hanoi Social Club is the city's most cosmopolitan cafe and an artist hub. Dishes include potato fritters with chorizo for breakfast, and pasta, burgers and wraps for lunch or dinner. Vegetarian options feature a tasty mango curry, and the quiet laneway location is a good spot for an end-of-day coffee, beer or wine.
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The Hanoi Social Club
6 Ng. Hội VũOn three funky levels with retro furniture, the Hanoi Social Club is the city's most cosmopolitan cafe and an artist hub. Dishes include potato fritters with chorizo for breakfast, and pasta, burgers and wraps for lunch or dinner. Vegetarian options feature a tasty mango curry, and the quiet laneway location is a good spot for an end-of-day coffee, beer or wine.
Cozy, great atmostphere, amazing live music performance. Professional, passionate bartenders. Be chilled and be surprised with Nê's signature coctails.
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CLU Cocktail Bar
Cozy, great atmostphere, amazing live music performance. Professional, passionate bartenders. Be chilled and be surprised with Nê's signature coctails.
Ban Công cafe takes you back to Tonkin era (Vietnam during French colonial) with its distinctive layout and atmosphere. Sip in a drink and enjoy this rich Hanoian feeling at the heart of the city (minutes of walking from Hoan Kiem lake)
Ban Công Cafe
Số 2 Đinh LiệtBan Công cafe takes you back to Tonkin era (Vietnam during French colonial) with its distinctive layout and atmosphere. Sip in a drink and enjoy this rich Hanoian feeling at the heart of the city (minutes of walking from Hoan Kiem lake)
A culture hub for Hanoi youth. Hanoi rock city is a strong mixture of culture including music/art performance, exhibition and a place to hang out and grab a cold beer. Located near Ho Tay (West lake), great place to meet local and ex-pat.
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Hanoi Rock City
27/52 Đường Tô Ngọc VânA culture hub for Hanoi youth. Hanoi rock city is a strong mixture of culture including music/art performance, exhibition and a place to hang out and grab a cold beer. Located near Ho Tay (West lake), great place to meet local and ex-pat.
A small but cozy, sophisticated coffee overlooking St. Joseph's Cathedral
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La Place Cafe
6 Ấu TriệuA small but cozy, sophisticated coffee overlooking St. Joseph's Cathedral
Cộng cafe is a popular chain of coffee shops provides a North Vietnam decoration of Vietnam war, Cong basically means Communist. The shop provides many delicious drink such as Vietnamese "Phin" Based Coffee, Cộng's Signatures, Tea, Western-Style Coffee, Smoothies, Freeze, Juice, Yoghurt, Others, Snacks. Also a great place for instagram photos.
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Cộng Cafe
Cộng cafe is a popular chain of coffee shops provides a North Vietnam decoration of Vietnam war, Cong basically means Communist. The shop provides many delicious drink such as Vietnamese "Phin" Based Coffee, Cộng's Signatures, Tea, Western-Style Coffee, Smoothies, Freeze, Juice, Yoghurt, Others, Snacks. Also a great place for instagram photos.
Museum
The museum consists of various buildings. Eras of Vietnamese military history are showcased in different buildings on the complex. The Flag Tower of Hanoi is within the bounds of the complex as well.
The museum also includes a display of decommissioned, captured or destroyed military equipment and vehicles used by French, Viet Minh, North Vietnam, South Vietnam and the United States during the First and Second Indochina Wars.
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Militärgeschichtliches Museum Vietnam
28A Điện Biên PhủThe museum consists of various buildings. Eras of Vietnamese military history are showcased in different buildings on the complex. The Flag Tower of Hanoi is within the bounds of the complex as well.
The museum also includes a display of decommissioned, captured or destroyed military equipment and vehicles used by French, Viet Minh, North Vietnam, South Vietnam and the United States during the First and Second Indochina Wars.
Hỏa Lò Prison was a prison used by the French colonists in French Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period it was known to American POWs as the Hanoi Hilton. The prison was demolished during the 1990s, although the gatehouse remains as a museum.
The name Hỏa Lò, commonly translated as "fiery furnace" or even "Hell's hole",[1] also means "stove". The name originated from the street name phố Hỏa Lò, due to the concentration of stores selling wood stoves and coal-fire stoves along the street in pre-colonial times.
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Hỏa-Lò-Gefängnis
1 Hoả LòHỏa Lò Prison was a prison used by the French colonists in French Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period it was known to American POWs as the Hanoi Hilton. The prison was demolished during the 1990s, although the gatehouse remains as a museum.
The name Hỏa Lò, commonly translated as "fiery furnace" or even "Hell's hole",[1] also means "stove". The name originated from the street name phố Hỏa Lò, due to the concentration of stores selling wood stoves and coal-fire stoves along the street in pre-colonial times.
Vietnamese Women’s Museum (VWM) is located in Ly Thuong Kiet Street, downtown Hanoi, just 500m from the central Hoan Kiem (Restored Sword) Lake and the old quarter.
ince its open to public in 1995, VWM has successfully held many exhibitions, serving hundreds of thousands of Vietnamese and international visitors a year. It has a collection of more than 25,000 objects and materials related to Vietnamese women.
In late 2010, VWM reopened to public its permanent exhibit after four years of upgrading and refurbishing with three themes:
- Women In Family
- Women In History
- Women’s Fashion
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Vietnam Women Museum
36 Lý Thường KiệtVietnamese Women’s Museum (VWM) is located in Ly Thuong Kiet Street, downtown Hanoi, just 500m from the central Hoan Kiem (Restored Sword) Lake and the old quarter.
ince its open to public in 1995, VWM has successfully held many exhibitions, serving hundreds of thousands of Vietnamese and international visitors a year. It has a collection of more than 25,000 objects and materials related to Vietnamese women.
In late 2010, VWM reopened to public its permanent exhibit after four years of upgrading and refurbishing with three themes:
- Women In Family
- Women In History
- Women’s Fashion
The Vietnam National Museum of History (Vietnamese: Viện Bảo tàng Lịch sử Việt Nam) is located in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi, Vietnam. The museum building which was an archaeological research institution of the French School of Asian Studies under French colonial rule (Louis Finot École française d'Extrême-Orient EFEO) of 1910, was extensively refurbished in 1920. A place for Instagram moment and also lots of exhibitions.
The museum highlights Vietnam's prehistory (about 300,000–400,000 years ago) up to the August 1945 Revolution. It has over 200,000 exhibits displayed covering items from prehistory up to the 1947 revolution and founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, arranged in five major sections.
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Bảo tàng Lịch sử Quốc gia
216 Đường Trần Quang KhảiThe Vietnam National Museum of History (Vietnamese: Viện Bảo tàng Lịch sử Việt Nam) is located in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi, Vietnam. The museum building which was an archaeological research institution of the French School of Asian Studies under French colonial rule (Louis Finot École française d'Extrême-Orient EFEO) of 1910, was extensively refurbished in 1920. A place for Instagram moment and also lots of exhibitions.
The museum highlights Vietnam's prehistory (about 300,000–400,000 years ago) up to the August 1945 Revolution. It has over 200,000 exhibits displayed covering items from prehistory up to the 1947 revolution and founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, arranged in five major sections.
The Ho Chi Minh Museum was wonstructed in the 1990s, it is dedicated to the late Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh and Vietnam's revolutionary struggle against foreign powers.
Ho Chi Minh museum is located in the Ho Chi Minh complex. The museum documents Ho Chi Minh’s life, with 8 chronological exhibitions.
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Ho Chi Minh Museum
19 Phố Ngọc HàThe Ho Chi Minh Museum was wonstructed in the 1990s, it is dedicated to the late Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh and Vietnam's revolutionary struggle against foreign powers.
Ho Chi Minh museum is located in the Ho Chi Minh complex. The museum documents Ho Chi Minh’s life, with 8 chronological exhibitions.