Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a city that thrives on a balanced blend of ancient traditions and modern vibrancy. Over a thousand years old, it's a cultural and architectural treasure trove ...

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. Hoan Kiem Lake ...

Hanoi is planning a major redevelopment near Hoan Kiem Lake, including new public spaces, a redesigned plaza, and the removal of the “Shark Jaw” building. Planned public plaza on the eastern side of ...

On the morning of March 29, more than 1,000 women and 500 students from the Vietnam Women’s Academy, dressed in ao dai featuring the red flag with a yellow star, participated in a parade and formed a ...

Artists draw portraits of tourists on the shores of scenic Hoan Kiem Lake, in Hanoi, Vietnam, on April 12, 2025. [Photo by Feng Yongbin/chinadaily.com.cn] ...