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An expansive venue for the Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival 2025. Photo: Huy Pham/The Hanoi Times
From April 11 to 13, the vibrant pedestrian space of Tran Nhan Tong Street and its surrounding areas in Hai Ba Trung District will transform into a festival ground. The festival will feature 80 booths showcasing immersive exhibits dedicated to heritage sites, iconic tourist destinations, and the crafts of Hanoi’s traditional villages.
Visitors will have the opportunity to discover unique tourism gifts from the city and indulge in acclaimed local cuisine, as well as specialties from across Vietnam. The festival aims to promote Hanoi’s cultural heritage, traditional beauty, and exceptional culinary offerings, providing both locals and international visitors with a chance to experience the timeless charm of the capital.
This year’s event also holds significance as it celebrates the 50th anniversary of the National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025), coinciding with the National Tourism Year 2025. Tourism businesses and traditional craft villages will have a platform to display their products and forge stronger connections with domestic and international tourists.
Additionally, the festival will showcase Hanoi’s remarkable cultural landmarks, including the Old Quarter, West Lake, and Hoan Kiem Lake. Building on the success of the previous year, which attracted over 20,000 visitors, the 2025 edition promises to be even more captivating, offering an unmissable opportunity to explore the very best that Hanoi has to offer.
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