“Hanoi, although not as bustling as Ho Chi Minh City, still offers a wide range of activities and attractions. From iconic landmarks and bustling markets to impressive heritage structures such as the Imperial Citadel – a UNESCO World Heritage site – and a vibrant nightlife, the city has its own unique charm,” wrote the world report.
With a population of 7.5 million, Hanoi is home to both traditional wet markets and upscale shopping services. The pedestrian zones around Hoan Kiem Lake and certain streets in the Old Quarter, which are open on Saturdays and Sundays, are particularly popular among both locals and tourists during weekends.
Furthermore, Resonance Consultancy highlighted that outdoor and shopping activities are the main highlights of the capital.
Singapore secured the fifth spot, while Bangkok (Thailand) ranked 39th among the Top 100 cities in Southeast Asia.
London was named the world’s leading tourist city, with Paris and New York following closely behind.
“The World’s Best Cities rankings assess the overall performance of over 250 cities worldwide based on a wide variety of factors to identify the top 100 places to live, visit, and invest,” said Chris Fair, president & CEO of Resonance Consultancy.
The overall rankings of the Best Cities are determined by analyzing each city’s performance across various factors that have historically shown a positive correlation with attracting employment, investment, and/or visitors.
Con Dao island named Asia’s paradise sea: CNN
NDO/VNA – Boasting crystal turquoise sea and a placid atmosphere, Con Dao island in the southern province of Ba Ria – Vung Tau has been named by the US Cable News Network (CNN) as one of Asia’s paradise seas.
Hoi An among 15 world’s best cities
NDO/VNA – The ancient town of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam was named among the 15 best cities of the world in a recent readers’ vote of the US travel magazine Travel & Leisure.
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.
Ho Chi Minh City tourism strives to become spearhead economic sector
NDO—The Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee held a conference on March 8 to disseminate and implement the Politburo’s resolution on developing tourism into a spearhead economic sector.
