Young Hanoian women in áo dài (long dress) walk along a street. The city now has an annual Áo Dài Festival to honour the national traditional costume. VNS Photo Trương Vị
Hà Nội was honoured as a “City for Peace” in 1999 by UNESCO – an event with profound political and cultural significance. It expressed the belief and desire for peace of the Vietnamese people in general and the Hanoians in particular.
A view from above of Nguyễn Trãi Street in Thanh Xuân District which is one of the most crowded areas in Hà Nội. VNA/VNS Photo Tuấn Anh
Long Biên Bridge is not only a famous historical site of Hà Nội, but also a symbol of the bravery and resilience of the Hanoians. Built between 1899 and 1902, the bridge was bombed on many occasions during the anti-American war, and each time after bombing it was quickly repaired. The bridge is still in service today for trains, bikes, motorbikes and pedestrians. VNS Photo Trương Vị
Twenty five years since then, the capital city has had multiple changes for the better. Becoming a “safe and friendly” destination, it is increasingly introduced, widely promoted, and highly appreciated by international organisations.
Phan Đình Phùng Street is known as one of the most romantic streets in downtown Hà Nội with ancient dracontomelum trees along the sidewalks. VNS Photo Trương Vị
Covering about 500ha, West Lake is the largest lake of the city. VNS Photo Trương Vị
With a stable political system, national security, and improved cultural, economic and spiritual life of the people Hà Nội has attracted a great number of foreign investors and tourists.
Ever wanted your portrait painted? The Hoàn Kiếm Lake area is a famous meeting point for artists to sketch, paint and display their works, and it’s a ideal place to wander around all day. VNS Photo Trương Vị
The city has also made remarkable progress in promoting economic development, accelerating the process of industrialisation, modernisation and international economic integration.
The Turtle Tower in the middle of Hoàn Kiếm Lake is more than 150 years old. For the Hanoians, this is not only a tourist landmark, but also a bold image in memory, evoking cultural and historical beauty. VNA /VNS Photo Nhật Anh
Along with the government’s goal of planting 1 billion trees in 2021-25, Hà Nội is making efforts to improve the environment, both helping to reduce dust and noise while enhancing urban aesthetics.
