Hanoi plans to restrict polluting vehicles around Hoan Kiem Lake
Residents and businesses within the low-emission zone will have a 12-month transition period to upgrade their vehicles to meet the required emissions standards.
Residents and businesses within the low-emission zone will have a 12-month transition period to upgrade their vehicles to meet the required emissions standards.
Forty years ago, archaeologists found thousands of weapons under Ngoc Khanh Lake. They believed the weapons belonged to the armory of a feudal military academy called Giang Vo, which means "military education."
Once rehabilitated, the Hoang Cau Lake area is expected to become an attractive new destination for both tourists and local residents, contributing to the city's nighttime economy.
When Summer arrives in June, lotus flowers flourish on the West Lake in Tay Ho District, and signify the start of making one of Hanoi’s quintessential gifts - lotus tea.
The plan includes revitalizing urban rivers, protecting lakes and waterways, and utilizing their scenic assets to create unique ecological spaces.
The area around the Ngoc Khanh Lake will be the second to be pedestrianized in the district and the 7th in the city.
The Vietnam National Opera and Ballet (VNOB) will present the original Russian version of the ballet Swan Lake, choreographed by Meritorious Artist Luu Thu Lan.
Early summer scenes around the West Lake are adorned with the blossoms of Lagerstroemia, Cassia fistula, Phoenix, Lotus, and others, which are blooming one after the other.
The first Lotus Festival in Hanoi is expected to help diversify the capital's tourism products.
The Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian precinct allows locals and tourists to fully enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
The newly staged folk shows will be performed in Hanoi's Old Quarter, diversifying the offerings for tourists to Vietnam's capital.
With an estimated cost of US$4.4 million, the project is expected to improve the landscape and stimulate socio-economic growth.
West Lake is one of Hanoi's most famous tourist attractions and an iconic place in the capital.
Hanoi's iconic lake would be an ideal destination for water recreation and sports, helping to diversify local tourism offers.
The objective is to enhance the urban landscape and upgrade existing public amenities, creating versatile cultural and artistic spaces with modern facilities to improve the quality of life and attract visitors.
The Hanoi People's Committee has set up the Ho Tay (West Lake) Management Board to develop the area for tourism.
The closure will last for 14 days in order to ensure the smooth flow of traffic.