Hanoi Cathedral

Hanoi Cathedral is famous not only for its architecture but its beautiful scenery as well.

Hanoi Cathedral is at No.40 Nha Chung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. It was built on the site of the former Bao Thien Tower, which was famous in the ancient capital of Thang Long under the Ly Dynasty (the 11^th and 12^th centuries).

Hanoi Cathedral, also known as Saint Joseph's Cathedral, was inaugurated on Christmas Day 1886, two years after its construction. Its design is similar to the architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Many catholic rituals have been held there. A ritual ceremony dedicated to Jesus Christ is held in this cathedral every year on March 19.

The special thing is that space around Hanoi Cathedral is an ideal meeting place for local residents in Hanoi, especially youngsters, to get away from the bustle and noise of the city. When it gets darker, groups of friends flock to the space to enjoy themselves. To enjoy this kind of entertainment, you can feast and drink with your friends in this open space. The bell striking from the church at meditative moments sways your mind. That is a great and romantic feeling. Young people have flocked to the cathedral because the church view and tranquil street corners will fuel their romantic liaison. Couples hand in hand show their love. Others regard it as a playground for chatting or a stage for music performances. 

Many famous artists and movie stars can be seen in this special place. Pianist Pho An My has the habit of sitting in the church yard to enjoy a cup of tea with ice and play her favorite pieces. “It is not necessary to go to the theatre to enjoy a music concert; a pageant show will undoubtedly bring a wind of change to the audience”, said the famous artist.

If you are a young person in Hanoi or nearby, you should not miss a chance to discover the underlying real scene of the city by once setting your foot into the space of Hanoi Cathedral.

Tran Quoc Pagoda

During your supposed time in Hanoi, it is highly suggested that the beautiful Tran Quoc pagoda – the oldest one among others in Hanoi, be added to your visiting list.

The construction of the pagoda started in 541 and was completed in 545 under the reign of King Ly Nam De (544-548) under its original name of Khai Quoc (National Founder). It was initially built on the bank of the Red River (then West Lake and the Red River met).

Until the early 17^th century, under the reign of King Le Kinh Tong (1600-1618), the pagoda was moved to the Kim Ngu (Golden Fish) Islet due to the river bank crumbling and was renamed Tran Quoc (National Defence). 

A cultural symbol of Vietnamese Buddhism – intricate architecture

You might ask yourself why among a number of beautiful pagodas in Hanoi, Tran Quoc should be visited. The reason derives from the fact that it is considered a cultural symbol of Vietnamese Buddhism partly for it is the oldest pagoda and situated in the center of the capital of Vietnam. More importantly, unlike other ordinary pagodas, Tran Quoc Pagoda was built in a very intricate way. Behind the worshipping shrine is the Buddhist trinity followed by corridors, ten shrines and the belfry. Inside the pagoda, there are many valuable statues, such as the red lac statue trimmed with gold of Sakyamouni Buddha's Parinirvana, which is a masterpiece of Vietnamese sculptural art, and lots of ancient stele, one of which was made in 1639 by Doctoral lau- Nguyen Xuan Chinh, recording the Pagoda's history.

No one who has visited this significant pagoda of Hanoi does not take interest in its special and intricate style of architecture dated centuries ago. Please come here to feel it yourself! 

A nice tranquil backdrop

It must be said that the island and pagoda provide a beautiful backdrop, particularly when viewed at sunset. Standing at one end of  Thanh Nien Road, one can see the towers of the pagoda rising above the lake’s surface. In the pagoda’s garden stands a Bồ Đề (Bodhi) tree, which is attached to a past story. The story tells that in 1959, on his visit to Vietnam, Indian Prime Minister Razendia Prasat offered the Pagoda a bodhi tree as a gift. The plant was grafted from the holy bodhi tree where Sakyamuni sat in zen (meditation) position and achieved enlightenment in India 25 centuries ago. Now the bodhi tree is easily recognizable from its heart-shaped leaves, taken from a cutting of its original tree. Today, the tree green and luxuriant, shading over part of the pagoda's yard. 

These days, Tran Quoc Pagoda, as a religious relic with a spectacular ­surrounding scenery, is a favourite stop-over of so many foreign visitors and pilgrims.

Note: The pagoda is open daily and visitors must be decently attired, long trousers are required for men.

Hanoi

1000 years the capital has a long history, traditional culture and the rich diversity, Hanoi is a major tourist center of Vietnam. Hanoi has always been one of the many attractions tourists domestic and international. Hanoi topped the nation in the number of relics relics Vietnam to 3840 on a total of nearly 40,000 monuments Vietnam (including the monument in 1164 on a total of nearly 3,500 national monuments in Vietnam). Therefore, Hanoi has strength and sufficient conditions for the development of cultural tourism, spiritual and workshops.

Hanoi

The most appropriate time to come to Hanoi in autumn, from late May to early September 11. Fall Hanoi are nice, cool weather this time, occasional showers waving lat. Like Hoi An, Hanoi famous old town with houses, streets still keep the original architecture from the late 19th century to Hanoi tourists can wander all day on the old town to visit out of the corner of them. As a city with a long history, traditional culture and the rich diversity, Hanoi is one of the many attractions tourists in Vietnam and abroad.

Hanoi

Hanoi is the capital, as well as a center of political, cultural and tourist importance of Vietnam. Hanoi has long history, many cultural works of architecture, famous historical sites. Hanoi is an international tourist attraction in Vietnam by the largest ancient appearance, quiet, elegant and hidden beauty in the city of a thousand years of civilization ...

Hanoi also special because there are many lakes in the heart of the city, and the city is also surrounded by the river.
The most famous Hoan Kiem Lake is located right in the heart of the city, where it takes place the major cultural activities of the city, such as cultural performances, fireworks, everyday, then this is the point where collective middle of many young people and tourists.

Hanoi

Hanoi has long history, many cultural works of architecture, famous historical sites.
Hanoi is the capital, as well as a center of political, cultural and tourist importance of Vietnam. Hanoi is located on both sides of the Red River

HANOI BY NIGHT

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Instead of sitting at hotel’s lobby reading magazines or sealing yourself in your room, just spending few hours to explore the exclusiveness and differences of Hanoi city tour by night. 

Hanoi by Night

When the street lights up, transfer Hanoi at night. All roads, bright street lights, as Hanoi adorn more sparkling, brilliant. In the ancient streets, Luong Van Can, Hang H, Hang Dao, Hang Ma, who crowded the streets walking, some people visit the store to buy souvenirs and just feel the space of the ancient streets of Hanoi Noi.

Youth On the way, Quang Trung, Nguyen Du, or along the West Lake, Truc Bach Lake, Hoan Kiem Lake, the other young people hanging about here to relax, enjoy the cool, the beauty of nature at night.

Hanoi by night

The ancient streets to the newly opened path, have food the night. From the sweet fragrance of boiled corn, baked potato with strong until the bowl of chicken soup up the aggregate.

Hanoi by night

Better known perhaps to mention the noodles. Visiting Hanoi without eating noodles in cold weather will not understand what they regarded as Hanoi.

Pho broth is delicious and not in fresh rice noodles do not need much, less spicy chili, several branches of flowers, a few slices of fresh lemon made a suspect untouched pho smoke, choking sweet anise flavor. This dish has left strong impression on many people.

Hanoi by Night

Night in Hanoi, the sparkling night lights, night life span of noisy streets, the night of the ordinary man struggling for his livelihood regardless sultry summer nights or bitter cold winter night.

Hanoi by Night

Our tour promises to offer you the unique activities which only take place at night, including watching traditional water puppet show, savoring street food at Hanoi night market or exploring the Hanoi night streets.

Additionally, a special hot tea cup in the traditional tea inn will make your trip really memorable. Let’s come and join this city tour by night to have a big surprise from the other face of this hustling city