International visitors express great interest in the “Hanoi in My Heart” exhibition
The exhibition celebrates Hanoi’s vitality and progress, depicting a capital that harmonizes tradition, innovation, and aspiration in the modern era.
THE HANOI TIMES — The 20th edition of the photo exhibition “Hanoi in My Heart” is opened to the public from October 8 to October 12 in the gentle autumn air and the ancient space of the Temple of Literature.
The event celebrates the 71st anniversary of Hanoi’s Liberation Day (October 10, 1954 – October 10, 2025) and welcomes the 18th Congress of the Hanoi Party Committee for the 2025–2030 term.
Jointly organized by the Kinh te & Do thi (Economic & Urban) Newspaper, the Elderly Photographers Club of Hanoi, and the Center for Cultural and Scientific Activities of the Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam, this year’s exhibition carries the theme “Hanoi in the Era of Growth”, marking two decades of passionate photographic journeys dedicated to the beloved capital.
These are some photos from the exhibition.
Ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the exhibition Hanoi in My Heart. Photo: The Hanoi Times
A cultural performance welcomes the exhibition.
Thomas Drescher from Berlin spent much time observing each photo. He was most impressed by the image of children beside the Doctoral Stele, symbolizing Vietnam’s respect for learning and knowledge passed through generations.
“I feel the deep reverence Vietnamese people have for education and history. This exhibition is not just art, but a profound cultural lesson,” he told The Hanoi Times.
His daughter, Desiree Drescher, visiting Hanoi for the second time, shared that the exhibition deepened her love for the city.
“Each photo tells a story of pride, love, and the learning spirit of Hanoians,” she said, adding that she is drawn to the images of streets, autumn and everyday life, the simple charms that make Hanoi special.
Gary Anderson from the UK said that this is his first time in Hanoi. He plans to stay here for 11 days.
"The photos are wonderful! I really love the 'Hanoi in My Heart' exhibition. It’s beautiful and perfectly suited for tourists."
"The photos are colorful, lively and full of people, I truly enjoy them. What makes Hanoi special? It’s the people, unique, kind and charming.”
Many visitors are delighted by the photographs on display at the exhibition.
Sarthak Nikam from Mumbai, India speaks to The Hanoi Times reporter about the photo exhibition.
Shachi, Harish, and Sachin, tourists from India's Karnataka, capture the moment next to a photo of Long Bien Bridge.
| Exhibition information
Time: October 8-12 at the Temple of Literature, 58 Quoc Tu Giam Street, Hanoi. Continued display: October 12-21 at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, 19C Hoang Dieu Street, Hanoi. |
