Hanoi has had various names throughout history. It was known first as Long Biên (龍編, lit. ' dragons interweaving '), then Tống Bình (宋平, lit. ' Song pacification ') and Long Đỗ (龍肚, lit. ' …

Feb 1, 2025 · Hanoi, city, capital of Vietnam. It is situated in northern Vietnam on the western bank of the Red River, about 85 miles (140 km) inland from the South China Sea. In addition …

Nov 11, 2024 · Hanoi can be chaotic, messy and charming – and it’s never boring. Ancient pagodas and temples share space with new shiny buildings. And since urban life is lived …

Over a thousand years of war, natural disasters and new administrations, the city grew from swamplands into the charismatic capital it is today. Take in details of the ancient architecture, …

Jan 26, 2020 · Here are the 25 best things to do in Hanoi … 1. Visit Hoa Lo Prison. A visit to Hoa Lo Prison is a moving experience and this old internment facility used to be dubbed the Hanoi …

Despite centuries of French and Chinese influence, Hanoi is a city that’s wholly (and proudly) Vietnamese. But its layered history is everywhere you look—from the Old Quarter with its …

Jun 15, 2022 · Hanoi – the capital city of Vietnam – is located in the Red River Delta and home to a population of more than 8.5 million inhabitants. Hanoi has been pictured as a tranquil and …

Planning a trip to Hanoi, Vietnam? Discover top attractions, local dishes, must-do activities, and more in this Hanoi travel guide from Vietnam's tourism board.

Nov 15, 2022 · There are no fewer than 20 lakes within Hanoi’s confines, all offering cool respite from the humidity and chaos of the rest of the capital. With atmospheric night markets, historic …

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