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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.
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

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?

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
People spend hours posing for perfect Tet pictures in Hanoi

People spend hours posing for perfect Tet pictures in Hanoi

10 days before Tet, roads around the Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi have been bustling with thousands of people flocking to take photos, with many waiting for hours to capture the best angles.
January 19, 2025 | 08:31 pm 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
Hanoi's 12 must-see attractions for visitors

Hanoi's 12 must-see attractions for visitors

Discover Hanoi, where ancient temples, bustling markets, serene lakes, and vibrant street life come together to create a captivating blend of history, culture, and charm.
December 27, 2024 | 03:40 pm PT
Temple of Literature: Hanoi's historic center of learning

Temple of Literature: Hanoi's historic center of learning

The Temple of Literature in Hanoi, built in 1070 and home to Vietnam's first university, remains a revered symbol of the country's educational and cultural heritage.
November 30, 2024 | 12:00 am PT
Hanoi street snack vendor rips off foreign tourists

Hanoi street snack vendor rips off foreign tourists

A street vendor in Hanoi was fined VND150,000 (US$6) for charging foreign tourists VND50,000 for four glutinous rice balls "banh ran", quadruple the normal price.
March 25, 2024 | 12:13 am PT
Hoan Kiem walking street: where Hanoi comes alive during weekends

Hoan Kiem walking street: where Hanoi comes alive during weekends

The Hoan Kiem Lake Walking Street, open during weekends, stands as a vital hub for leisure and recreation, catering to both tourists and locals in the heart of the capital.
August 17, 2023 | 02:00 am PT
First Hanoi Fall Festival to be held

First Hanoi Fall Festival to be held

A festival to celebrate Hanoi's most beautiful time of the year will take place from September 29 to October 1, featuring a wide range of cultural activities.
August 10, 2023 | 07:29 pm PT
Two men to receive fines for bathing in Sword Lake

Two men to receive fines for bathing in Sword Lake

Two men in Hanoi are set to be fined after taking a dip in the city's Sword Lake this week.
May 18, 2023 | 12:46 am PT
Fire engulfs near Hanoi’s iconic Ngoc Son Temple

Fire engulfs near Hanoi’s iconic Ngoc Son Temple

A fire broke out at a ticket counter about three meters from The Huc Bridge, which leads to Ngoc Son Temple, one of Hanoi’s most popular tourist attractions, on Saturday evening.
March 25, 2023 | 05:49 pm PT
Hanoi coffee shop hides away inside 104-year-old house

Hanoi coffee shop hides away inside 104-year-old house

Tucked in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter is a café created from a 104-year-old house with a touch of Chinese architecture and a nostalgic atmosphere.
October 31, 2022 | 06:08 pm PT
Singer fined $530 for balcony concert

Singer fined $530 for balcony concert

Singer Tuan Hung was fined VND12.5 million ($530) for holding a balcony concert without official permission, creating loud noise on a walking street in Hanoi.
September 9, 2022 | 01:48 am PT
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