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List of tourist attractions (50)
Ham Lon Mountain
Ham Lon Mountain - the highest peak in Hanoi, known as the "roof of the Capital". Not only that, this place also has charming scenery, so it has long become an attractive weekend destination for young people. Ham Lon is the highest mountain on the Doc Ton mountain range, located in Soc Son, Hanoi. Ham Lon Mountain with a height of 462m, although not too massive, possesses wild and majestic beauty. This place attracts tourists with challenging trekking routes, rich vegetation, cool fresh air, especially the beautiful natural scenery seen from the top of the mountain. Therefore, if you have visited all the scenic spots across the country but have never traveled to Ham Lon Mountain, it is a big omission in your adventure journey. That is also the reason why in recent years, Ham Lon has attracted a large number of young people to explore, experience and organize picnics. According to Hanoi travel experience, you can travel to Ham Lon any season of the year. Each season here has its own beauty. Spring Summer Fall Winter no two seasons are the same, each season has its own unique color. However, you should check the weather in advance to avoid slippery rainy days. Because the road to Ham Lon Lake will be bumpy and rough. Moreover, if you go on a rainy day, it will hinder and greatly affect your trip if you plan to conquer Ham Lon mountain. The most ideal time to climb Ham Lon mountain is in the dry season, from September to April. At this time, the weather is usually cool, with little rain, and the road is dry, convenient for travel. Avoid going during the rainy season (May to August) because the road is slippery, difficult to move and landslides may occur. Ham Lon Mountain belongs to the Doc Ton range, located in the northwest of Soc Son district, about 40km from Hanoi center. The road to Ham Lon Lake is mainly national highway so it is quite convenient to travel. From Hanoi, you move across Thang Long bridge, follow Vo Van Kiet street towards Noi Bai airport. From the intersection of National Highway 2, turn left toward Phuc Yen about 3km until you see Viet Phu Thanh Chuong sign. From this direction, go straight about 2km to Ham Lon Soc Son lake.
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Duong Lam ancient village
About 44km from Hanoi, in Son Tay town, Duong Lam ancient village is known as one of the oldest villages in the North. From wooden walls, inclined brick walkways to prominent yellow laterite walls, this place is always an attraction for many domestic and foreign tourists to visit and learn. Coming to Duong Lam, tourists feel like they are lost in a completely different world, completely separate from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Today, Duong Lam village still retains the basic characteristics of a village in the North with a village gate, banyan tree, water wharf, communal house yard,..., and laterite houses located close to the road. The village road is winding and winding. The mark of an ancient past with heroic pages of history appears, becoming lasting historical values of the country. According to the cadastral map, Duong Lam currently has 9 villages: Mong Phu, Dong Sang, Doai Giap, Cam Thinh, Cam Lam, Phung Khang, Ha Tan, Hung Thinh and Van Mieu. This is the only village that still retains the intact structure and lifestyle of an ancient Vietnamese village in the Northern midlands. This place is like a "Living Museum" preserving valuable historical and cultural relics spanning thousands of years: From Phung Hung Communal House, Ngo Quyen Temple to the Temple of Lady Mia... Especially, in Duong Lam It still retains ancient houses with architectural lines from the 17th - 18th centuries and religious customs and practices that have been preserved unchanged over many generations. According to statistics from the Duong Lam Ancient Village Management Board, there are currently a total of 956 ancient houses, concentrated mainly in the villages of Dong Sang, Mong Phu and Cam Thinh. Many houses were determined to have been built in 1649, 1703, 1850... So up to now, they are approximately 300 - 400 years old. All are built of laterite, oval wood, terracotta bricks, and tiles, with 5-compartment or 7-compartment architecture. The middle space is for worship, decorated with hammock doors, has tables and chairs, mahogany traps, the carved features are still maintained with landscape relics showing the customs of the ancients. Outside the garden there is still an ancient laterite well, the well water is very clear and can be used for daily activities. Tourists are attracted by the clean brick roads and feel the warmth and peace of the people here when walking among the dark yellow laterite walls, wells, courtyards, fields, and fields. majestic temple. Another value of Duong Lam is in its spatial planning. Mong Phu village is located on a low hill. At the top of the hill is a large communal house with a yard as large as a square, from there radiating in all directions into the village. The village is planned in a way that spreads from the center, which is the village communal house. The main communal house yard is a six-way intersection with roads leading to every corner of the village. The special thing is that no matter where you go or what neighborhood you start from, no one has to turn their back on their main direction. The houses in the village are structured in the style of internal and external, the yard is lower than the street level. On rainy days, water from outside accumulates in the yard (water gathering) and then flows out into the sewer. Not only is it home to many ancient houses, Duong Lam is also a name associated with many historical stories, and is known as the land of "two kings" - the birthplace of two kings Phung Hung and Ngo Quyen. There are also many wealthy families here, giving birth to talented people. Perhaps there are few places in the Northern Delta that possess many traditional specialties associated with the land and village names like Duong Lam. When talking about Duong Lam, people remember Mong Phu soy sauce, Mia chicken, roasted meat, blue sweet soup, sausage candy... All of these products are made from available ingredients in a traditional village with agricultural lifestyle, inherited by generations, passing on experiences from generation to generation. This is the precious folk knowledge that Duong Lam people cherish and preserve. If Hoi An people are proud of the old town, Hanoi people are proud of its 36 streets, then Duong Lam people can be equally proud of laterite houses and Duong Lam ancient village is still an attractive address for tourists. schedule every time they come to Son Tay. Amidst the hustle and bustle of life but still possessing unique cultural values, landscapes, and typical architecture of the Red River Delta countryside, Duong Lam ancient village will certainly bring visitors unique experiences. unforgettable.
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Ho Quan Son
Quan Son Lake is a place called "Ha Long on land" in Hanoi. Not only is it a super hot place to chill, but it is also a place for you to camp and go backpacking with friends. Quan Son Lake is a scenic spot with an area of up to 850 hectares and belongs to 5 communes in My Duc, a suburb of Hanoi. Quan Son Lake has majestic beauty with 20 large and small mountains surrounding the lake surface. In addition, Quan Son Lake also possesses extremely rich vegetation. The lake surface area is about 850 hectares with dozens of majestic limestone mountains. Forest coverage is up to 80%, and the flora and fauna are extremely rich. Coming here, visitors will feel like they are lost in a watercolor painting because of the pristine, green and vibrant landscape. In the lake bed, there are still many resistance relics, most notably the engineering safety zone, the weapons factory at Coi Tuy Lai mountain and the Hong Son pagoda. Besides, Quan Son Lake is also a place imbued with the culture and lifestyle of the Northern Delta. The pure beauty of Vietnamese villages is expressed through every riverbank, field, and quiet house. With those wonderful things, this place has become an attractive destination for both locals and tourists, especially on weekends. The landscape of Quan Son Lake is imbued with the national culture of the Northern Delta people. Each house, riverbank, and field brings wildness and peace. The best time to travel to this scenic spot is in the summer. The ideal time is from mid-May to June. This time is when the lotus blooms, so you will admire the charming scenery and the sweet scent of lotus spreading everywhere.
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Tram Mountain.
Tram Chuong My Mountain is known as the "miniature Ha Giang plateau" in the heart of Hanoi's suburbs with its wild and majestic beauty. Visiting this location, you will be able to climb mountains, admire the scenery and check-in virtually. Tram Chuong My Mountain is also known as Tu Tram San, the mountain is located in Phung Chau commune, Chuong My district and about 30km from the center of Hanoi capital. You can organize a picnic at Tram Mountain at any time of the year. However, to have a smooth trip and many interesting experiences, you should go in April and May, when the weather is cool and suitable for sightseeing activities. Or you can also go to Tram Chuong My Mountain on February 2 of the Lunar Calendar to enjoy the vibrant and bustling atmosphere and admire the fragrant white blooming landscape of the area. Tram Chuong My Mountain possesses wild, charming beauty with the highlight being the soft, curving trails stretching along the mountainside. The bumpy white stone cliffs on the top of the mountain bear the mark of time, perhaps that is why Tram Mountain is known as the "miniature Ha Giang stone plateau". Unlike other craggy, majestic mountains in the Northwestern rocky plateau, Tram Mountain has a poetic, charming, and charming beauty typical of the capital. Along from the foot of the mountain to the top of Tu Tram Son mountain, the natural landscape is fresh and pristine with green grass and romantic wildflowers on both sides of the road like a miniature painting.
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Bu Hill Hanoi
Only 40 km from the center of the capital, Bu Hill is a landmark located on the border between Chuong My district, Hanoi and Luong Son district, Hoa Binh. This place has a beautiful mountain range with gentle slopes with a length of about 1.5 km. Every late fall, from November onwards, when the weather is cool and slightly chilly, the reeds growing on the hillsides will bloom, creating a beautiful scene. The reed blooming season on Bu hill will start in early November and last until the end of December, the best time is mid-November. Reed grass slopes at sunset on Bu hill, Nui Be hamlet, Nam Phuong Tien commune, Chuong My district, Hanoi. From the center of Hanoi, follow Highway 6 to Xuan Mai and then turn left to follow the Ho Chi Minh trail. Go 5 km past Ha Tay Community College to the Fish market area, then turn right at the 4-way intersection with Fish market. Follow the concrete road into Nui Be village to the end and you will see two paths. On the right is a dirt road with a 200m long slope. On the left is the gravel road, shorter and safer. The road from Hanoi to the foot of the mountain is very easy to go, but the part up the mountain is more difficult due to many bumpy and steep rocks. It is suitable for two-wheel drive cars. If you ride a motorbike, you need to use a strong gear and hard steering wheel. Moving from the foot of the mountain to the top takes about 20 minutes. Thanks to its spacious and pristine landscape, Bu Hill is also an ideal photography spot. The weather is cool all year round, but Bu Hill attracts the most young people to check-in during the last months of the year when the reeds bloom. Because it is close to Hanoi, visitors can go back and forth during the day or camp one night on the weekend. The best time to see late autumn reeds is early morning or sunset on beautiful sunny days. At that time, the whole area of white reed grass hills turned orange-pink under the sun.
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Ba Vi National Park.
Ba Vi National Park is located on the Ba Vi mountain range in Ba Vi district (Hanoi) and Luong Son and Ky Son districts, Hoa Binh province with an area of 10,814.6 hectares, 15 km from Son Tay, Hanoi and 15 km from Hanoi. Hanoi center 50 km west. Since the early 20th century, Ba Vi has been a famous place thanks to its diversity of ecosystems, beautiful scenery and cool climate. This national park is located in a high mountain range running along the northeast-southwest direction with Vua peak 1,296 m high, Tan Vien peak 1,227 m high, Ngoc Hoa peak 1,131 m high. Traveling to Ba Vi National Park, visitors can not only see the rich vegetation but also visit many beautiful and attractive places such as: Thuong temple, houses from the French period, Uncle Ho's temple, green cypress complex. Ancient trees, cactus garden... These are all very beautiful and attractive places. When you come here, remember to bring a camera so you can check in on these beautiful, sparkling moments like in a fairy tale.
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Van Phuc Silk Village Hanoi
When talking about the beautiful and famous silk weaving village in Vietnam, we cannot help but mention the name Van Phuc silk village, Ha Dong with its delicate embroidery and patterns. Van Phuc Ha Dong silk village is one of the most famous silk weaving villages in Vietnam. This is a traditional silk weaving village that has been recognized as the record "The oldest silk weaving village still operating today" awarded by the Vietnam Record Book Center. Furthermore, Ha Dong silk village is also an attractive destination for both domestic and foreign tourists. Van Phuc silk weaving village is also known as Ha Dong silk weaving village in Van Phuc ward - Ha Dong - Hanoi. Having existed for more than 1,000 years, Van Phuc silk village is one of the most beautiful silk weaving villages in Vietnam. From the center of Hanoi, to visit Van Phuc silk village, you go through Nguyen Trai street to Ha Dong post office and then turn right; Or you can follow the Le Van Luong - To Huu route. Although the current urbanization process is happening very quickly, Van Phuc Ha Dong silk village still retains its inherent ancient beauty. Van Phuc Silk Village was formerly known as Van Bao. Due to the Nguyen family's taboo, the village was renamed Van Phuc. In 1931, for the first time, Van Phuc Ha Dong silk was promoted to the international market at the Marseille fair and was evaluated by the French as one of the most sophisticated and beautiful silk lines of Indochina. By 1958, Van Phuc silk was exported to Eastern European countries and until now Ha Dong silk is popular in many countries around the world. Over time, Van Phuc silk still retains its traditional beauty. And currently, Van Phuc silk is at the forefront of Vietnam's textile industry. Van Phuc silk is always considered beautiful and durable. Because of the diverse patterns on silk, symmetrical decoration, elegant and simple lines, it brings decisiveness and generosity to the viewer.
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Red River rock beach
Red River Stone Beach is one of the destinations not to be missed when traveling to Hanoi. This is not only an ideal stop for picnics and experiencing nature in a different way, but also a place for visitors to find inspiration and relax after tiring working days. Red River stone beach is located in an alley on Au Co street, Nhat Tan ward. The distance from Hanoi city center to here is only about 30 minutes by car. Although located near the center of a busy urban area, Red River rock beach has a peaceful and gentle beauty. Every weekend, this place attracts a large number of tourists to picnic and take photos with colorful flowers. This is also the ideal place to enjoy the fresh and cool air of nature.
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Perfume Pagoda.
Perfume Pagoda is located in Huong Son commune, My Duc district, about 50km from Hanoi city center. This place is known as one of the most unique spiritual destinations in Hanoi! Huong Pagoda is also the center of a cultural and religious complex consisting of many other ancient and sacred temples and pagodas. Destinations at Huong Pagoda: Trinh Temple It's the first temple you come to after getting off the boat. Built at the foot of Ngu Nhac mountain, majestic and wild. Thien Tru Pagoda The pagoda is located on the terrace of Lao mountain, built and completed in 1467. It takes about 40 minutes to walk from the ferry wharf to Thien Tru pagoda. Giai Oan Pagoda The pagoda is located on the road to Huong Tich cave, about 2.5km away on Long Tuyen mountain, with an ancient and nostalgic look. Suoi Yen This is the only waterway to get to Huong Pagoda, about 4km long. Huong Tich Cave The cave is shaped like a dragon opening its mouth to play with pearls. Huong Tich Cave is at an altitude of 390m, you can climb or travel by cable car. Thanh Son Pagoda The pagoda has both river and mountain entrances with majestic natural scenery. Thanh Son Pagoda is one of the temples that represents Vietnamese beliefs. Long Van Cave From Long Van wharf, climb about 150m to reach Long Van pagoda, go through the mountain to Long Van cave. Long Van Cave has an airy and spacious space. Sung Sam Cave Sung Sam Cave is at an altitude of 100m, the door faces southwest and the cave is about 15m wide. Bao Dai Pagoda The pagoda is located at the foot of the mountain and currently has the architectural style of the Nguyen Dynasty. Tuyet Son Cave The cave is located in the middle of the mountain, the road to the cave is relatively easy. Inside there are countless stalactites with strange and beautiful shapes.
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Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
The Vietnam Museum of Ethnology has many functions: researching, collecting, preserving, and restoring artifacts and documents about ethnic groups; Organize exhibitions, performances and other forms of activities to introduce and educate about the culture of ethnic groups in Vietnam as well as other countries... Located right on Nguyen Van Huyen street, Cau Giay district, Hanoi, the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is only about 8 km from the center of Hanoi capital, very easy for you to get around. For the people of Hanoi in particular and the people of Vietnam in general, the museum has enormous cultural meaning and value. On your journey to explore Hanoi's old quarter, you definitely cannot miss this place. Vietnam Museum of Ethnology was built in 1981 with an initial area of 3.27 hectares. After many renovations, the museum area was increased to a total area of 4.4 hectares. This is a project designed by architect Ha Duc Linh, a Tay person; The interior was designed by female architect Véronique Dollfus (French). With the purpose of preserving the history and culture of 54 Vietnamese ethnic groups, the museum is one of the attractions in Hanoi suitable for students and tourists interested in learning about everything. the cultural features of each nation. Artifacts are displayed in many different categories such as costumes, jewelry, weapons, musical instruments, religion, houses... and are loved and highly appreciated by visitors.
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Thanh Chuong Viet Palace
Viet Phu Thanh Chuong was built in 2001, originating from the idea of artist Thanh Chuong - who wanted to recreate the cultural imprint of his ancestors in ancient times. Located on a plot of land with an area of more than 8,000 hectares in Soc Son, Viet Phu Thanh Chuong is considered a massive architectural work with bold Vietnamese characteristics. Viet Phu Thanh Chuong is located at Keo Ca lake, Hien Linh commune, Soc Son district, only about 40km from Hanoi center so moving here is relatively easy. You can choose from many types of vehicles such as cars, motorbikes, buses... Viet Phu Thanh Chuong encompasses 30 architectural works bearing the appearance of Vietnamese history of the last century. Walking around a large circle, visitors will feel the historical space rushing back into their memories. First, you will admire the beauty of 13 ancient houses with special names such as Tuong Van house, Thanh Tinh house, Huong gate, Mac Huong house, Xuan Phong restaurant,...
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Co Loa Citadel
Co Loa Citadel was the capital of the Au Lac state under King An Duong around the 3rd century BC and of the feudal state under Ngo Quyen in the 10th century in Co Loa commune, Dong Anh district, Hanoi. Noi. Co Loa today is not only a cultural heritage, a proof of the creativity, technical and cultural level of the ancient Vietnamese people, but also an ideal destination for tourists from all over. Co Loa Citadel is not only associated with the legends of the Vietnamese people, such as King An Duong Vuong establishing the capital and building the citadel, the Kim Quy magic crossbow shooting down hundreds of invaders in one shot or the tragic and touching love story of My Chau - Trong Thuy..., but also a unique tourist attraction of Hanoi Capital. Known as the largest ancient citadel in Vietnam, Co Loa historical site is about 500 hectares wide, built by King Thuc An Duong Vuong in the 3rd century BC to be the capital of Au Lac (the name of Vietnam during the period). that), now belongs to Dong Anh district, a suburb of Hanoi. Legend has it that the citadel has nine spiral-shaped rings, so the people of the ancient citadel also called it Snail citadel. Due to the destruction of time and war, the citadel currently has only three rings left with ancient vestiges, which are the inner citadel, the loyal citadel and the outer citadel. The outer citadel has a circumference of about 8km, built by the method of excavating the soil wherever you go, digging trenches there, building ramparts, and building adjacent ramparts. The ancient ramparts were 4-5m high, especially some were 8-12m high. The central citadel has a circumference of about 6.5km, and has the same structure as the outer citadel but the area is narrower and more solid. The inner citadel has an area of about 2km2, and is the residence of King An Duong Vuong and his concubines, beauties and mandarins under the court. Co Loa Citadel has many different names such as Loa Thanh (Snail Citadel), Con Lon Citadel, Tu Long Citadel, Cuu Thanh Citadel, Viet Vuong Citadel, Kha Lu Citadel, and Co Loa Citadel. In the 10th century, when Ngo Quyen was king, Co Loa became the capital for the second time. Today, in the Co Loa relic site, there are still many historical, architectural, and artistic relics preserved, such as the Thuong temple worshiping An Duong Vuong, the temple worshiping General Cao Lo, the temple worshiping Princess My Chau, and Bao Son pagoda... In temples and pagodas, there are also many archaeological artifacts unearthed in the Ancient Citadel such as bronze statues, bronze arrows and delicately carved porcelain and stone items.
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Bat Trang Pottery Village
Bat Trang Pottery Village - a village famous for traditional pottery is located about 13 km southeast of Hanoi center. With more than 700 years of history and continuous development, Bat Trang pottery village has become an attractive destination for those who love ceramic art and want to explore traditional Vietnamese culture. - Ly Dynasty: The pottery factory of Thanh Hoa potters was moved here. - Tran Dynasty: Bat Trang Pottery Village became the largest ceramic manufacturing center in the North. - Le Dynasty: Bat Trang pottery reached its peak of development, producing many types of worship items and sophisticated household items. - Nguyen Dynasty: Bat Trang pottery continued to develop but output was not much. - Currently: Bat Trang pottery village has been restored and developed strongly, becoming an attractive destination for domestic and foreign tourists. The pottery village is located in Bat Trang commune, Gia Lam district, Hanoi city, about 10km from the city center and 40km from Noi Bai airport. Therefore, traveling and visiting the pottery village is not too difficult. To get here, visitors can travel by personal means such as cars, motorbikes or public transport such as buses and trains.
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Dong Xuan Market
Dong Xuan Market is one of the largest markets with the most cultural and historical values in Hanoi. Over thousands of years, the market has still developed and has a large number of buyers and sellers trading busily every day. Dong Xuan Hoan Kiem Market in Hanoi is one of the largest markets in the North and is hundreds of years old. Located in the center of the capital, this is not only a bustling place for trade but also a "culinary paradise", a place to "pamper" Hanoi tourists with delicious Hanoi dishes. Dong Xuan Market is located right in the center of Hanoi's Old Quarter, Dong Xuan Ward, Hoan Kiem District. Only about 1km from Hoan Kiem Lake, very close to Long Bien station and Hang Ma street. To the west of the market is Dong Xuan street, to the east is Dong Xuan alley, to the north is Hang Khoai street and to the south is Cau Dong street. Like many other markets, Dong Xuan market is open every day of the week, from 6am - 6pm every day. As for the food court at the market alley, it is open until dawn the next morning. In particular, on weekends Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Dong Xuan market is open until 10:30 p.m. to serve the sightseeing and shopping needs of tourists. This is one of the crowded and bustling shopping places that tourists cannot miss when traveling to Hanoi. Dong Xuan Market is a large-scale market that has been around for hundreds of years. This place has witnessed many changes in Hanoi over time and is known by another name, Cho Lon. History books record that in 1804, the Nguyen court built a market in the south of To Lich river to facilitate trade by ships. In 1889, after the To Lich River and Thai Cuc Lake were filled, the French government planned and packed the shops into an empty land in Dong Xuan ward. In 1890, the French built the market with a total area of 6,500 m2 according to French architecture with 5 toilets, 5 triangles with honeycomb holes and 5 arches. By 1990, the market was renovated with only 3 middle rows and 3 floors. In 1995, Dong Xuan market was rebuilt with full firefighting, ventilation and escape systems. At that time, the market had an area of up to 14,000 square meters with about 2,000 stalls. This place has become the most modern and busiest market in Hanoi.
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Hanoi Railway Station.
Hanoi Station is an ancient station built by France, also known as Hang Co Station. The station was inaugurated in 1902, and is the most important transportation hub of the Capital. The station is located right in the city center, at 120 Le Duan Street, Hoan Kiem District, divided into 2 areas: Area A and Area B. Area A specializes in serving Thong Nhat trains, located on Le Duan Street. Area B is located on Tran Quy Cap street, Van Mieu ward, Dong Da district. Hanoi Railway Station is a project associated with many generations of Hanoi people. The sound of the train whistle has become an unforgettable memory for those who lived in the 90s. Through many ups and downs, Hanoi Station is now a modern station with a system of train waiting rooms and passenger waiting rooms. Spacious international transport. In particular, this place is also an attractive destination for tourists on trips to Hanoi. Currently, Hanoi Station has 2 areas, located in 2 different districts in the Capital: Area A: No. 120 Le Duan, Hoan Kiem District Area A is a station specializing in serving North-South trains, the starting point is Hanoi Station and the ending point is Saigon Station. The station operates from Monday to Sunday, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily. Area B: No. 1 Tran Quy Cap, Van Mieu ward, Dong Da district Area B is also known as Tran Quy Cap station, a specialized station for trains going to neighboring provinces. Train routes departing from this station include: Hanoi - Hai Phong, Hanoi - Lang Son, Hanoi - Quan Trieu, Hanoi - Dong Dang. The station is open from Monday to Sunday, operating hours are 5:10 a.m. - 6:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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West Lake
West Lake is one of the famous beautiful landscapes in the capital Hanoi, where there are many historical and cultural relics associated with the history of formation and development of the ancient Thang Long Citadel and today's Hanoi. The beauty of West Lake is a romantic, poetic highlight in the colorful picture of Hanoi, a meeting place, marking memories of many Hanoians, a place that holds tourists back every time they visit. dollar. West Lake is a natural lake located in the northwest of Hanoi inner city with an area of about 500 hectares, the road around the lake is nearly 20km long. Historical documents show that thousands of years ago, West Lake was the remaining section formed by the Red River's diversion. West Lake used to have many names such as Mu Suong Lake (Dam Dam), Trau Vang Lake (Kim Nguu Lake), Xac Cao Lagoon... Each name is associated with the story of the origin of the lake's formation. West Lake has the position of "Dragon and phoenix reporting the wall - Phoenix wet in water", on the shore is favorable for silkworm cultivation, underwater is favorable for navigation and fishing... That's why during the Ly dynasty (1138), Princess Tu Hoa, the son of King Ly Than Tong, left the palace and returned to the area along West Lake to teach people how to grow mulberries and raise silkworms, forming a land famous for its silk industry, famous throughout Thang Long Citadel. The kings and lords of the Ly - Tran dynasties also chose the area along the West Lake to build palaces to visit, such as: Thuy Hoa palace in the Ly dynasty, in the Tran dynasty, it was renamed Han Nguyen palace and now belongs to Tran Quoc pagoda; Tu Hoa Palace under the Ly Dynasty now belongs to Kim Lien Pagoda; Thuy Chuong Palace during the Le Dynasty now belongs to Chu Van An High School... Viewed from above, West Lake is shaped like a crab claw with the eastern corner surrounded by Thanh Nien Street - the road separating West Lake and Truc Bach Lake, the rest is surrounded by land. West Lake is not only beautiful because of its vast blue water surface, which is bobbing and wavy all year round, but also has a poetic beauty because of the fragrant pink color of lotus flowers, the purple color of linden flowers or the brilliance of pink phoenix petals. every summer comes. The space around the lake is always filled with cool breezes, making everyone who comes here feel relaxed. Every morning or at sunset, many people like to walk around the lake to breathe fresh air or exercise before starting a new work day or returning home. In the late afternoon or when night falls, West Lake becomes a place to meet friends, go on dates, and keep memories of love for many people. Some people find themselves a corner by the lake to enjoy the breeze, sip a cup of coffee at a roadside shop, enjoy the famous shrimp cakes, and eat a cool glass of fresh ice cream. There are also people who choose luxury restaurants located along the lake to eat while admiring the scenery and enjoying the fresh breeze. With its romantic beauty, West Lake also inspires creativity for many poets, writers, and musicians to create literary works and lyrical and poetic love songs. Located along West Lake, there are also ancient villages such as: Nhat Tan flower village, Quang Ba flower village, Nghi Tam kumquat village, Yen Thai do paper craft village, Ngu Xa bronze casting craft village... along with a system of historical and cultural relics. Concentrated cultural areas such as: Van Nien Pagoda, Tao Sach Pagoda, Kim Lien Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple, Ba Danh Pagoda... In particular, on the peninsula and island in the east of West Lake, two famous relics are Tay Ho Palace. (built around the 17th century to worship Princess Lieu Hanh - one of the four immortals of Vietnamese folk beliefs) and Tran Quoc Pagoda (built in the Pre-Ly Dynasty (6th century), moved and restored in Le Trung Hung Dynasty (1615) on the old foundation of Han Nguyen Palace) is still preserved intact, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign tourists to visit, sightsee, and worship at the pagoda. In addition, to serve the enjoyment needs of tourists, TLC West Lake Company has put into operation tours to visit and sightsee West Lake and surrounding areas by electric vehicle such as: "Sightseeing West Lake ", "Dawn of West Lake", "Excursions to West Lake"; "Visit Ngu Xa bronze casting village", "Visit Nhat Tan flower village"... Joining these tours, visitors will not only enjoy the beauty of West Lake today but also have the opportunity to reminisce about " Tay Ho bowl scene".
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Hanoi
Hanoi is located on the left bank of the Da River and on both sides of the Red River Delta. The North borders Vinh Phuc and Thai Nguyen provinces, the South borders Hoa Binh province, the East borders Bac Ninh and Hung Yen provinces, and the West borders Vinh Phuc province. After expansion, Hanoi is in the top 17 capitals with the largest area in the world with 3,324.92 km2. With this favorable geographical location, this city can easily become an important economic, political, cultural and scientific center of the country. Currently, it includes 12 districts, 1 town and 17 districts. Due to the humid tropical monsoon climate, when traveling to Hanoi, you can enjoy all 4 seasons of the year. Each season has its own characteristics, giving you different feelings about life, the landscape and the people here. Hanoi is very cold in the winter, and very hot in the summer, but that doesn't take away its beauty. But perhaps the most special is spring and autumn in Hanoi. Hanoi, from its early days as Thang Long Citadel, has always been the largest cultural center of the country. This land has given birth to a folk culture with many legendary stories, many folk songs, proverbs, many folk festivals and even praised heroes, tangible and intangible cultural relics. recognized object. One thing when introducing Hanoi - Hanoi is very special with many different cultures, and there are no more cultural villages like this place. Along with that, there are villages with Buddhist, folk, and French architecture scattered everywhere, making visitors excited when lost in a bustling, developed city like Hanoi. cultural values thousands of years ago. Hanoi traditions exist from the smallest things, from saying "thank you", "sorry" to how to greet and invite each other. Everything has been unified in educational standards so that everyone loves it. That tradition is also expressed in traditional craft villages, streets selling unique items such as Bat Trang ceramics, Hang Ma street, Hang Bac street,... Religion and belief have long become an important part of the spiritual life of Hanoi people in particular and Vietnamese people in general. This land has many religions such as Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Protestantism, Islam, Cao Dai,... to serve the needs of the people's cultural and religious life. Every time we introduce Hanoi, we cannot help but mention the people here. Hanoi is characterized by its simple people, their civilized and polite speech and behavior. If one day you visit the capital, you will see that there is always warm people, everyone is always ready to help and give dedicated guidance on roads, vehicles, and accommodation when you are a stranger. far away traveler. And next to the ancient features of thousands of years, next to the old street corners and peaceful lifestyle. Visitors will still feel the bustling atmosphere of a city that is the capital of this country. In the morning, the roads are crowded with people, especially during rush hours. At night, Hanoi returns to that atmosphere, peaceful, ancient, brilliant in the night lights.
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Ham Long Church
Ham Long Church is one of the largest churches in Hanoi, located at 21 Ham Long Street, Hoan Kiem District, whose patron is Saint Anthony of Pavoda. This architectural building was designed by architect Doctor Than, who studied abroad in France before returning to Vietnam. The church was completed in December 1934, is 17m high and has extremely unique architecture. The most special feature of Ham Long church lies in the choice of materials. Thanks to the use of folk materials such as cork, paper combined with lime straw and a few other special materials to create dome details without the help of equipment. Modern sounds, the sounds of ceremonies are still echoed very loudly. Not only that, the uniqueness of Ham Long church also comes from the motifs, the most famous of which is the rope motif, like the straps of the Franciscan order, carved on the church pillars as well as the on altar pedestals. The land of Hanoi has many architectural works with high historical value, but Ham Long church is always an attractive destination not only for parishioners but also for those who love to learn about public culture. teacher. Known as one of the most beautiful churches in Hanoi, don't miss the opportunity to visit Ham Long church if you have the opportunity.
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