My HaNoi

An insightful comparison of Hanoi before and after the reopening of business activities in the eyes of an expat.

Dragon dance performance responds to the campaign "Vietnamese people travel Vietnam", and contributes to promoting the value of heritage in tourism.

The ancient mansion used to welcome foreign tourists daily.

Thousands of people visited the Ho Chi Minh historical relic site in the Presidential Palace in Hanoi on the occasion of his 130th birth anniversary.

Many Hanoians and their children enjoy flying kites after months of staying at home to avoid Covid-19 propagation.

The city resumed the weekend pedestrianization of the Hoan Kiem Lake area.

Bia Hoi beer is not merely a favorite drink of the local people but going to a Bia Hoi is also a popular activity.

Many historical sites have become must-visit locations for educating the young generation about the patriotic tradition and revolutionary spirit.

The most favorite historic sites of interest will welcome visitors again starting May 14 after the temporary closure to prevent Covid-19.

Cinemas in the city began to welcome visitors again and adhere to the regulation on limited occupancy.

Besides pho and egg coffee that have already made international headlines, what are the other dishes you must try when in Hanoi?

A 360° virtual tour at the revolutionary relic site - D67 House and Bunker, which used to be the headquarters of the command of the Vietnam People’s Army, is expected to attract visitors.

Bookstores in Hanoi Book Street will stop selling to comply with the government’s directive on social distancing and avoidance of public gatherings to prevent Covid-19 pandemic.

“Faith and positive attitude will be our main weapons to fight the epidemic,” a resident said.

The move aims to ensure safety for tourists as well as the relics' staff.

White flowers of sua (Dalbergia tonkinensis) look like soft and white cotton clouds covering the trees.

The Hanoi Department of Tourism instructed tourism businesses as well as shopping and culinary facilities to improve product quality and services.

Tourist sites in Hanoi have been enhancing sanitation and providing free masks and hand sanitizer at entrances for visitors amid the Covid-19 epidemic.

Some historical relics and popular tourist destinations in Hanoi announced temporary closure as of February 4 to avoid the nCoV.

In Vietnam, the saying “the first lunar month of the year is the time for pleasure and relaxation” is learnt by heart by nearly everyone.