A stunning 1.6-meter bronze statue depicting a vendor selling pho, Vietnam’s iconic noodle soup, has found its home on Tong Duy Tan Street in Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter. This vibrant food street, nestled in the heart of the Hang Bong Ward, is part of the renowned Hoan Kiem District.
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| The captivating bronze statue, a recent addition to Tong Duy Tan Street, instantly captivates locals and visitors alike. |
Curator Nguyen The Son shared that the statue’s strategic placement at the entrance of Tong Duy Tan Street, just a stone’s throw away from the iconic “Train Street” on Tran Phu, makes it a welcoming sight for all.
“Its proximity to Hoan Kiem Lake, a beloved tourist destination, further enhances its allure,” Son added. The statue is not just a work of art but also pays homage to Hanoi’s rich culinary heritage, with pho being a shining example.
The design of the statue draws inspiration from a vintage photograph captured by an unknown French photographer. It beautifully encapsulates the traditional way of selling pho, with vendors carrying a pole, known as a ganh, that holds a cauldron at one end and a cabinet for bowls at the other.
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| Located at the intersection of Tong Duy Tan and Tran Phu Streets, the statue celebrates Hanoi’s vibrant street food culture. |
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| Pho ganh, a mobile style of selling pho, was once a common sight on the streets of Hanoi. |
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| Pho ganh has its roots in the French colonial era, with street vendors carrying deep, round bamboo baskets suspended from a pole. |
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| One basket houses a cauldron of simmering broth atop a charcoal stove, while the other contains a cabinet filled with ingredients, bowls, and chopsticks. |
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| Pho ganh diners would often eat standing up, holding the hot bowl of noodles in one hand and skillfully maneuvering chopsticks in the other, without the aid of a spoon. |
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| The bronze statue is poised to become a popular attraction for photography enthusiasts and tourists exploring the charming Tong Duy Tan Street. |
Tong Duy Tan Street, also known as Cam Chi Alley, boasts a rich history dating back to 1873. Owing to its convenient location near the examination school, it became a go-to dining spot for candidates taking exams at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel. During the French colonial era, the street was named Rue Brusseaux.
In the year 1954, the street was renamed Bui Ba Ky Street, and later it became known as Ky Dong Street, famous for the delicious Banh Cuon Ky Dong (rice crepes) sold by Mr. and Mrs. Ky Dong. In a tribute to the 19th-century patriot Tong Duy Tan (1837-1892), the street was officially christened Tong Duy Tan Street in 1964.
In a significant development in the year 2000, the city approved a project to enhance the street’s infrastructure, transforming it into a culinary culture hub within Hanoi’s Old Quarter. With a length of 200 meters and a width of eight meters, Tong Duy Tan Street officially earned the title of Hanoi’s first “Culinary Culture Street” in March 2002.
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