The upcoming exhibition, organized by the Management Board of Hoa Lo Prison Relics, commemorates 25 years since UNESCO recognized Hanoi as a City of Peace. This event celebrates French architectural landmarks in Hanoi, now part of Vietnam’s national heritage.
Attendees will explore iconic sites such as the Grand Palais, formerly an exhibition and trade fair complex; 90 Tho Nhuom Street (formerly Jean Soler Street), where Tran Phu penned the Draft of the Political Platform; and 5D Ham Long Street (formerly Dourdart de Lagreé Avenue), where the first Communist cell was established.
The exhibition will also showcase Hanoi’s rich history through images of landmarks like the Opera House, August Revolution Square, Lang Fort, Ba Dinh Square, Dong Xuan Market, Hoa Lo Prison, Long Bien Bridge, Hanoi Railway Station, Bach Mai Hospital, and the iconic Hanoi Flag Tower. It promises to be a comprehensive journey through the city’s architectural and cultural heritage.
Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into Hanoi’s architectural and cultural legacy. The exhibition is ongoing until September 5th.
Vietnam Military History Museum receives Fatherland Protection Order
NDO – The Vietnam Military History Museum held a ceremony in Hanoi on July 15 to celebrate its 60th anniversary (1956-2016) and receive the Fatherland Protection Order, first class.
Ancient house in Ma May
NDO – Ma May, a rare quarter that still retains several old houses, has created one of the characteristics of Hanoi. Hanoi’s streets are becoming increasingly crowded and traditional features can sometimes be hidden behind modern life. But if one takes the time to relax and look around, the ancient features begin to reveal themselves.
Hanoi, HCM City see good growth of tourism revenue
NDO – In the first ten months of 2016, the revenue of Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism industry amounted to VND80 trillion while Hanoi’s reached over VND50 trillion.
Book festival “Hanoi – City for Peace” opens
NDO – The Hanoi book festival with the theme “Hanoi – City for Peace” opened at the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi on October 2, as part of activities to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the capital’s Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2019).
Russian Film Week opens in Hanoi
NDO – Russian film-lovers in Hanoi will have a chance to enjoy the country’s well-known films with free entrance from December 9 to 13 during the “Russian film week in Hanoi”.
