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Hanoi pho legend soon to leave its alley home

Hanoi pho legend soon to leave its alley home

Pho Thin Bo Ho, the 70-year-old Hanoi eatery known for its rich broth, is preparing to leave its home as redevelopment reshapes the edge of Hoan Kiem Lake.
New square and park to transform Hanoi's iconic Hoan Kiem Lake

New square and park to transform Hanoi's iconic Hoan Kiem Lake

How Hanoi will remake its iconic Hoan Kiem Lake square

How Hanoi will remake its iconic Hoan Kiem Lake square

Foreigners flock to see National Day pageant rehearsals in Hanoi

Foreigners flock to see National Day pageant rehearsals in Hanoi

Kenzo hopped on a ride-hailing bike to go from Tay Ho Ward to Hung Vuong Street to secure a front-row spot for the military parade rehearsal on Aug. 21 .
August 25, 2025 | 04:01 am PT
Helicopters roar above Hanoi landmarks in National Day parade rehearsal

Helicopters roar above Hanoi landmarks in National Day parade rehearsal

A squadron of military helicopters thundered over Hanoi’s most famous landmarks on Thursday, circling Ba Dinh Square and Hoan Kiem Lake in a dramatic rehearsal for Vietnam’s upcoming National Day parade.
August 21, 2025 | 12:09 am PT
Hanoi tears down iconic Shark Jaw mall

Hanoi tears down iconic Shark Jaw mall

Under bright floodlights and the rumble of heavy machinery, Hanoi late Thursday launched the long-awaited demolition of its iconic Shark Jaw building, a concrete landmark looming over Hoan Kiem Lake for more than 30 years.
June 19, 2025 | 05:11 pm PT
10 best hotels in Vietnam as voted by Tripadvisor readers

10 best hotels in Vietnam as voted by Tripadvisor readers

Hanoi and Hoi An dominate this year’s list of 10 best hotels in Vietnam as voted by readers of American travel site Tripadvisor.
May 17, 2025 | 01:31 am PT
End of an era: crowds gather at 'Shark Jaw' mall before it's gone

End of an era: crowds gather at 'Shark Jaw' mall before it's gone

A 6-floor mall in Hanoi's center, known as "Shark Jaw" for its shape, is set for demolition, attracting crowds capturing photos before the city transforms the area into a new cultural and commercial hub.
March 21, 2025 | 02:58 pm PT
What are the rental prices at Hanoi’s popular downtown ‘Shark Jaw’ building ahead of its demolition?

What are the rental prices at Hanoi’s popular downtown ‘Shark Jaw’ building ahead of its demolition?

The “Shark Jaw” building in downtown Hanoi, known for its prime location overlooking iconic Hoan Kiem Lake, charges businesses up to $20,000 per month for 100 square meters of space.
March 11, 2025 | 06:13 pm PT
A look at Hanoi's 6-floor mall center set to be demolished for public space

A look at Hanoi's 6-floor mall center set to be demolished for public space

Hanoi is planning to demolish a 6-floor mall center to renovate the public space around the Hoan Kiem Lake in the city's central area.
March 8, 2025 | 01:40 am PT
Hanoi plans to demolish 6-floor mall center near Hoan Kiem Lake for public space

Hanoi plans to demolish 6-floor mall center near Hoan Kiem Lake for public space

Hanoi would demolish a mall center on Dinh Tien Hoang Street, commonly known as 'Shark Jaw' given its shape, to make room for public space renovation at the Hoan Kiem Lake area.
March 6, 2025 | 12:02 am PT
Hanoi considers relocating houses, businesses to expand public space around Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi considers relocating houses, businesses to expand public space around Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi is considering to relocate certain houses and business headquarters in the east side of Hoan Kiem Lake to expand public space in the capital's central area.
March 5, 2025 | 05:06 pm PT
A guide to Hoan Kiem Lake and surrounding attractions

A guide to Hoan Kiem Lake and surrounding attractions

Hoan Kiem Lake, also known as the Lake of the Returned Sword, is a cultural landmark in Hanoi and one of the city's most renowned destinations, deeply rooted in Vietnamese heritage.
January 30, 2025 | 11:00 pm PT
Ngoc Son Temple: A historic spiritual haven in Hanoi

Ngoc Son Temple: A historic spiritual haven in Hanoi

Ngoc Son Temple, located on Jade Island in Hanoi's iconic Hoan Kiem Lake, is a recognized national heritage site of Vietnam, symbolizing the country's spiritual and cultural legacy through its history, architecture, and tradition.
January 28, 2025 | 03:00 am PT
Hanoi's Old Quarter: A timeless cultural hub

Hanoi's Old Quarter: A timeless cultural hub

Hanoi's Old Quarter, spanning 100 hectares in Hoan Kiem District at the heart of the city, is a labyrinth of interconnected streets that encapsulates the city's historical essence, providing visitors with a distinctive view of its architectural and cultural heritage.
January 18, 2025 | 08:00 pm PT
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