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16/12/2024

Cha Ca La Vong (La Vong Grilled Fish) – Local must try dish

Being one of the most famous dish in local menu, Cha ca La Vong is a combination of an excessive amount of herbs, dill and fish that should be recommended to anyone who wish to experience local cuisine. The dish consists of Lăng fish, fresh turmeric, galangal, ginger, the pungent smelling Vietnamese shrimp paste, spring onions, rice noodles and a generous helping of fresh dill, coriander and mint and a scattering of peanuts.

The dish was invented by the Doan family. Back to the French colonial period, the family stayed at no.14 Hang Son hosted De Tham army troop and served them the delicious grilled fish. The troop helped them open a business on the dish to make some earnings and make it a place for meeting in disguise. In the restaurant there was a statue of La Vong, a historical character presenting a brilliant man waiting for his time of career, then the restaurant was named La Vong.

Cha ca La Vong is perfect harmony complex of flavor and texture. The combination of turmeric, dill, shrimp paste and fish sauce delivers an intriguing muskiness bolstered with chiles, silky noodles and a thicket of other fresh herbs to season the chunks of moist fish.

The dish is always served on a frying pan put on a portable gas stove. Cha Ca (turmeric seasoned fish) is first grilled then fried in oil tableside. Heaping plates of dill, green onions and cilantro are accompanied to be placed into the sizzling pan. The dish will be ready for eating after around 5 mins on the pan. Enjoying Cha Ca La Vong is not only tasty but also a lot of fun because it involves tabletop cooking and do-it-yourself assembly.

The season grilled fish is adorned by a tangy combination of onion, ginger, green onion and dill. It is further fortified by the peanut and shrimp paste, which explode into a heady flavor. Again and again, you can mix all the ingredients together, eat, and repeat until your tummy is happy!
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13/12/2024

Stay Longer In Vietnam with Extension Service
There 2 ways to help you stay in Vietnam longer, you may use Vietnam staying extension or Vietnam run full package.
1. What is Vietnam staying extension ?
Vietnam staying extension is an action that is applied for foreigners who wish to prolong their current stay in Vietnam without leaving the country. By this action, you will get an extension stamp on your passport indicating your new stay duration.
2. What is Vietnam run full package?
Vietnam run full package is the same as Vietnam staying extension to help you are in Vietnam longer. For visa run, travellers must leave to Vietnam and come back with a new visa for an extended stay in the country.
If you use our Vietnam run full package, our staff will help you leave Vietnam, enter another neighbour country (Cambodia, Laos or any other country you wish), do the quick immigration there and come back to Vietnam with the new 30 days visa or 90 days visa within 4 hours – 1 day.
For more information and to book this visa package, please access https://govietnamvisa.com/vietnam-visa-extension-service

12/12/2024

Tea drinking-a long standing culture of Vietnam

Having been cultivating and enjoying tea leaves for thousands of years, tea drinking has been an essential part in Vietnamese culture.

In Vietnam culture, tea is a must-have part in traditional activities as wedding and ritual ceremonies. In the past, people liked to drink hot tea only but together with the changes of current world, teadrinking culture now has many varies.

Traditional tea enjoy

Somewhere between 13th and 15th century, tea was believed to carry philosophical values. Reading while sipping hot tea was a common image of the contemporary Confucians. Also, tea art, which includes the way of making tea, serving tea and enjoying tea has been considered as a way of education and a standard of character evaluation. In the past, it used to be believed that ones having ability to make and pour tea in a right manners were well-educated.

Tea in culture

After thousands year of being familiar to Vietnamese, gradually, tea becomes an essential part in daily life of them. Tea could be caught in the most important celebration of a human. The day parents of a child’s celebrate his first month of life, adults gather, sipping tea and make toasts to the child. When the child grows up and get married, tea is all the day in his wedding, and when he returns to the Earth, alive people send off him the last path in the world also with the presence of tea.

Tea in daily life nowadays

Today, the world is flat and Vietnam did “import” drinking culture of many places in the world, the young drink less tea, they prefer new drinks instead. However, tea never loses its position in the life of Vietnamese people.

Looking around on any street of Vietnam, you can easily catch a vendor selling tea. The cheap iced tea served on streets in the summer helps low-income classes defeat the heat of summer, also tea, but hot, in the winter helps them escape from the cold. Some glasses of tea on some sidewalk with a plate of sunflower seeds are all Vietnamese people need for a chat lasting even for hours.

The young, they now invent many kinds of tea that match the modern taste, of all the most popular should be lime tea (Trà Chanh in Vietnamese), a combination of green tea, lime juice, sugar and ice is quite tempting for a chill-out. You can see that “Trà Chanh” stalls have mushroomed in every corner.

A bit more luxurious, there are nice-decor tea shops where people could enjoy tea and listening to the traditional music of Vietnam. The tea shops are doing their good job in preserving the traditional way of enjoying tea and the ritual values of tea drinking.

Don’t hesitate to pack your luggage, come and discover the amazing land. For more information please visit our family website: For Vietnam online visa Govietnamvisa.com

11/12/2024

Che Hue – The Best Sweet Soup Of Vietnamese Street Food

Hue sweet soup, so-called “Che Hue”, is a popular Vietnamese street food. It can be either a dessert or a mid-day snack. Che Hue is probably the most famous in the country. Like any dish from Hue, Che Hue is delicious, sophisticated, and subtle.

A colorful stall of Che Hue - Hue sweet soup with various kinds
There are 36 kinds of Che Hue. However, in reality, there is much more than that. Che Hue comes in many different forms, colors, thicknesses, and tastes. They often include very simple ingredients such as cereals, fruits, cassava flour, sticky rice flour, sugar, etc.

Various types of Che Hue
There are two main types of Che Hue – Che cung dinh (Royal Sweet Soup) and Che hem (Street Sweet Soup). Each type has specific types of ingredients.

Che Cung Dinh – Royal Sweet Soup
The royal type was, of course, served royalty in the past. They have luxury ingredients cooked meticulously. Some notable Che cung dinh are:

Lotus seed sweet soup – Che hat sen.
Lotus seed wrapped in logan sweet soup – Che nhan boc hat sen
Grilled pork wrapped in cassava flour sweet soup – Che bot loc boc thit quay
Areca flower sweet soup – Che hoa cau
Green sticky rice sweet soup- Che com
Made from a variety of taro sweet soups – Che mon sap vang, etc.
Fortunately, these ingredients were only expensive in the past. They are now affordable so that we can enjoy the food of the kings more easily.

Che Hem – Street Sweet Soup
The common type, Che hem, is sold commonly on the street. The recipes for this type feature more simple ingredients. Some popular Che Hem are:

Corn sweet soup – Che bap
Sticky rice cake and green pea paste sweet soup – Che troi nuoc
Taro sweet soup – Che khoai mon
Mung bean sweet soup – Che dau xanh
White kidney bean sweet soup – Che dau ngu
Red kidney bean sweet soup – Che dau do
Black turtle bean sweet soup – Che dau den
Grapefruit sweet soup – Che buoi, etc.
Some people like to mix all kinds of Che to create mixed sweet soup – Che thap cam.

How to cook this Vietnamese street food
Cooking Hue sweet soup is mostly about boiling water, adding prepared ingredients, and some sugar. However, it is difficult to make it very delicious. It requires you to add the exact amount of ingredients at the precise moment. If not, your Che Hue will taste really bad. In some Vietnam Tour, you can ask your travel agents to arrange a cooking class to learn how to cook Che Hue.

Where to find the best Che Hue?
Embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you to the top spots where you can savor the best Che Hue in the charming city of Hue. Whether you’re exploring a bustling local market or seeking out street food vendors with generations of family recipes, we’ll lead you to the hidden gems that offer this mouthwatering delicacy.

The best place to savor Che Hem:Quan Che Hem
Address: 1st, 29 Hung Vuong Street, Phu Hoi Ward, Hue City. This is quite close to the airport, so it attracts many international tourists.

The best place to taste Che Cung Dinh:Quan Che Mo Ton Dich
Address: 116 Le Thanh Ton, Hue City. A highlight when coming to this place that you can’t ignore is Che Bot Loc Heo Quay (Grilled pork wrapped in cassava flour sweet soup). This dish will really blow your mind with its fascinating flavor.

Besides, you also can visit D**g Ba Market to have a chance to savor various Hue Sweet Soups as well as wonderful other specialties.

Che bot loc boc thit quay (Grilled pork wrapped in cassava flour sweet soup)
Traditionally, Che Hue is served in small bowls; but some restaurants or food stalls serve them in glasses or transparent plastic bags for takeaway as well. You can enjoy it in any kind of weather. It also provides a nutritious energy boost for the day.

Che is also part of Hue’s culture. If you have a chance to visit Hue, You have to try Che Hue at least one time

10/12/2024

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 – 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐧𝐨𝐰!
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If you need to move when traveling to Vietnam, book here the safe and convenient car !
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The fee for car pick up depends on the number of people:
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35$/7 private car
50$/16 private car
The car service procedures :
You can book a car service by submit https://govietnamvisa.com/apply-service and process payment OR simply send us an email to [email protected] indicating your flight itinerary (flight number, arrival time, departure point/arrival point) to apply.
Get the confirmation and instruction email of car pick up service. Upon arrival at Vietnam airport, after check-in, please find the driver with the “Welcome Board” with your name on it. Then he will take you directly to your address. If it’s hard to find, call us right away at our hotline (+84) 903.278.853 so that we will inform him about where you are on the spot.
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09/12/2024

🎉 Fansipan ❄️

Would you like to conquer the rooftop of Indochina – Mount Fansipan with a height of 3143m ?

👉🏼About Fansipan peak

Fansipan refers to a mountain located in Sapa town, Sapa district, Lao Cai province. This is a mountain among many other mountains of the Hoang Lien Son range. Unlike other mountains, this is the highest mountain in Vietnam and also the highest mountain in Indochina with an altitude of 3,143m. Therefore, people often call this place “roof of Vietnam” or “roof of Indochina”.

👉🏼Discover fansipan: Sa Pa sky gate

The first place you should go on your trip to Sapa is Fansipan Peak. This is an area that can see almost the entire area from the top. Standing at Sa Pa Gate, you can feel the grandeur of nature, feel refresh atmosphere. In the winter, this area becomes more majestic by the cover of the hazy frost, especially the immense white of heaven and earth because due to the snow covers.

Journey to conquer “the roof of Indochina”

At the top of Fansipan Mountain, you must stop here to watch heaven and earth. Every winter Sapa tourism, Fansipan peak is full of visitors. They come to be able to watch the sunrise above, to see the miniature world at their feet. Especially in the winter frosty days, Sapa tours brings more challenges, evokes the feeling of being conquered by people.

👉🏼How to get to Fansipan mountain

To reach the top of a mountain, the most direct way is climbing. At an altitude of more than 3000 m, to climb Fansipan, you need from a few days to a week depending on the climbing speed. This is how adventurous, exploratory or professional climbers prefer.

A better option to explore Sapa Fansipan is by cable car. This is a poplular way because of its safety and fast. To buy a cable car ticket and start this aerial trip, you need to go to Fansipan Lengend area. This is the area with the cable car station to reach Fansipan. In this way, you can see the scenery below, the beautiful winter scene in your Sapa tour.

👉🏼The note when traveling Sapa winter

In the winter , the weather here is colder, therefore, you should prepare yourself for winter coats, gloves or towels, hats. Especially when it snows, be prepared for a trip to explore Fansipan on your Sapa tour. If you choose to go hiking, make sure to dress neatly but retain enough heat to avoid movement difficulties.

You should prepare food on the way to avoid going hungry when going to the mountain because the food in this area is quite expensive. Your health must be good because the way to Fansipan is quite long and the temperature is quite cold.

Explore Fansipan peak in winter, is a really interesting activity for young people today. In fact, this activity sounds easy but it is not. Sapa tour is the best choice to have a perfect trip.

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08/12/2024

Cyclo- A Cultural Vietnamese Beauty and an Attraction to Foreign Tourists

Cyclo known means of passenger and cargo transportation has appeared in Vietnam for a long time. Today cyclo is very own unique culture in Vietnam that foreign tourists do love. Sitting on a cyclo through all corners of Old Quarter street, sightseeing, just breathing the fresh air and taking pictures leave lasting impression in the hearts of foreign tourists.
International visitors in Vietnam enjoy sitting in cyclo

The word cyclo was started from the French language that was named by a French man- Coupeaud invented in 1939. To promote new means of transport, Coupeaud held a 200- kilometer journey with cyclo running from Phnom Penh to Saigon.

Cyclo is considered an innovative product that was ungraded from the pull cart in the 18th century. The pull cart also includes a container and two wheels but pulled by human force. In the early 1960s, in Saigon appeared electronic cyclo with 2 engines and components and engines of the Peugeot motor car company imported from France, type 125 cc, petrol fuel.

Appeared in 1939, the cyclo was a popular vehicle of the Vietnam people in the old days. In the early 20th century, only the aristocracy and the wealth were eligible for using cyclo to large cities such as Saigon, Hanoi and Hue.

The famous tourism website Lonely Planet specializes suggested for tourists to experience once cyclo for sightseeing while in Vietnam. According to this page, cyclo vehicles often appear near major hotels and cyclo drivers can communicate in English at a basic level, such as greetings, directions, chat and charge fee.

Cyclo today has become a vehicle imbued with the traditional culture of Vietnam, apart from serving travel needs of the people, cyclo still goes into the history of Vietnamese tourism industry as well as shows a unique creativity in festivals and wedding parties.

Cyclo is a priceless gift of traditional culture that the history bestowed the Vietnam country.

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06/12/2024

KEEP CONTACT WHILE TRAVELLING BY RELIABLE INTERNET
In digital age, people often do not contact each other via mobile networks, instead, use social networks and the internet to access and keep in touch. Internet brings people close together by many options as video call, share moments by upload photos or short video into social media Facebook, instagram, tiktok, youtube, viber, whatsapp…
If you are also a technology lover, you can have a look into our reliable internet data service – Vietnam Esim. With only 1$ per day, our Vietnam ESIM service will give you best internet data service.
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An eSIM functions similarly to a SIM card, but with greater flexibility and reliability. The eSIM price is USD 30 for 30 days. You can get connect ALL TIME with your network with Esim. You can also order the ESIM for a longer time, such as 60 or 90 days, from us.
ESIM – EASIER INSTALL PROCEDURES THAN SIMCARD :
For Vietnam eSIM service, there are only 2 simple steps:
Step 1: Submit the Extra Services Application Form and process payment
Step 2: Receive a Vietnam eSIM QR code via email. Get the confirmation and instruction email then Scan the QR code and active eSIM on your phone
Click here : https://govietnamvisa.com/vietnam-esim-service

05/12/2024

✨✨Hoi An cafes: TOP 6 places to get insta-worthy photos👍👍

Hoi An cafes, despite having different themes, all bring a common feel of the ancient town. Your trip to Hoi An can only be complete if you stop by Hoi An coffee shops and spend your time there.

In addition to offering a wide selection of beverages, Hoi An cafes also provide you the opportunity to take photos that will capture the atmosphere of the ancient town. Don’t miss out on the following Hoi An coffee shops if you want to experience Hoi An to the fullest.

1. The Deck House – a Hoi An cafe near An Bang Beach

Address: An Bang Beach, Cam An Ward, Hoi An
Opening hours: 6:30 am – 10:30 pm
The Deck House on An Bang Beach is a fresh sea setting where people can enjoy the sea view. It is one of Hoi An cafes that have open areas.

The Deck House has two primary color tones, which are soothing white and blue, creating a sense of freshness and harmony with nature. You could sit here all day and never get bored. The wooden chairs provide a sense of intimacy and simplicity, and each chair is accompanied with a cushion to help guests feel comfortable.

The shop has indoor and outdoor spaces for visitors to choose according to their preferences. No matter where you sit, you can see An Bang Beach, one of the world’s 50 most beautiful pristine beaches, and enjoy the salty breeze of the sea.

2. Hoi An Roastery Coffee Shop

Address: 135 Tran Phu, Minh An Ward, Hoi An
Opening hours: 8 am – 10 pm
Hoi An Roastery, as the name suggests, is a Hoi An cafe that specializes in roasted coffee. Standing outside, you can already smell the aroma of coffee.

Having the look of an old building, Hoi An Roastery is an ideal destination for those who are into nostalgia and tranquility. Visitors are likely to be impressed by its structure of wooden trusses, as well as a one-of-a-kind chandelier modified from a bamboo bird cage.

The second floor of Hoi An Roastery has a balcony overlooking the streets, decorated with colorful lanterns. It will be a great experience to sit on the shop’s balcony, sip a bitter cup of coffee, and watch the sunset in Hoi An.

3. Tre Coffee – Lounge & Dining

Address: Casamia Hoi An (near Vo Chi Cong Street)
Opening hours: 6:30 am – 11:30 pm
Tre is a brand-new name among a myriad of Hoi An coffee shops. Although new, it has already captured the interest of a significant number of travelers. Tre is open during daytime with a calm and pleasant atmosphere. At night, it transforms into a vibrant and lively lounge.

Tre Coffee – Lounge & Dining is an open space with modern architecture mixed with Vietnamese rustic elements. Regarding the menu, Tre offers a selection of European-Asian dishes and wines in a luxury setting. Here, each bamboo cup has a distinctive design, and the cocktails have a unique feature thanks to the talented hands of the bartenders.

4. U Cafe – One of the best cafes in Hoi An

Address: 120 Huyen Tran Cong Chua, Hoi An
Opening hours: 8 am – 9 pm
If you love the splendor of Hoi An, remember to stop by U Cafe. Arika Yoshida, a Japanese architect, was the designer of the cafe. The interior is made of environmentally friendly materials, creating a simple but delicate space. The exterior is an open space with trees and an aquarium.

Hoi An not only has ancient roads but also poetic rivers. The lovely Hoai River can be found in front of U Cafe, so guests can come here to sip a coffee and enjoy the incredible landscape. This Hoi An coffee shop has a calm and classic character of European and Japanese architecture. This is a lovely cafe in Hoi An for those who appreciate nature and tranquility.

5. Mot Cafe – One of the most famous coffee shops in Hoi An

Address: 150 Tran Phu, Minh An Ward, Hoi An
Opening hours: 8 am – 9:30 pm
Having a refreshing herbal tea at Mot Cafe is one of the best things to do in Hoi An. Mot restaurant, famous for its simple herbal drink, has become one of the most popular Hoi An cafes. The cafe is unique in that it uses healthy ingredients such as lemongrass, ginger, lotus leaf, arhat fruit, licorice, etc., which creates a unique taste with mild sweetness. The straw is made of reed grass, and each glass is meticulously prepared.

6. Faifo Cafe Hoi An

Address: 130 Tran Phu, Minh An Ward, Hoi An
Opening hours: 8 am – 10 pm
Faifo is a well-known cafe, especially to young people, thanks to its huge balcony from which you can see the whole view of Hoi An Ancient Town. From here, you can see every moss-covered tiled roof, which is one of the signatures of Hoi An. This is also an ideal place to visit if you want to take a shimmering photo town or simply watch the sunset.

04/12/2024

👍👍👍𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐆𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐓𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐀 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 👍👍👍
✨✨𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒏𝒂𝒎𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒂 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒍𝒚 𝒔𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒊𝒎 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒄𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒔. The insurance compensation covered all medical costs for Govietnamvisa customers when he had to come Vietnam hospital due to his pneumonia. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗨𝗦𝗗 👍😲. This is the strong prove for the opinion that you should gain travel insurance for your trip to Vietnam.
✨✨The things you should be notice after gain the Vietnam travel insurance from Govietnamvisa.com :
The insurance coverage begins at the time the Insured completes his or her entry visa procedure in Vietnam and or ends at the time the Insured completes his or her exit visa procedure of VietNam. For those who are residing in Vietnam, the insurance coverage begins the trip and ends the trip completed following time and destination in the policy.
✨✨If you have any more questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out. Your earliest response is indeed appreciated, and I'm here to help with any additional information you may require.
Have a safe travels, and best wishes for your upcoming trip to Vietnam.

03/12/2024

Hanoi walking tour: The BEST way to discover the charm of the capital

A Hanoi walking tour is the ultimate way to uncover the allure of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. From the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake to the sacred Ngoc Son Temple, this guide will unveil the essence of the city on foot.

With its rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse landscapes, Hanoi is a must-visit destination for any Vietnam travel enthusiast. While there are many ways to explore this city’s charm, nothing compares to the experience of a Hanoi walking tour. Read on to find some of the most popular walking tours in Hanoi, along with its key attractions, for an unforgettable Hanoi travel adventure.

1. What’s interesting about Hanoi walking tours?
Hanoi, with its millennia-old history, holds a myriad of enchanting stories within its streets. To immerse yourself in the essence of the Vietnam capital, you should definitely embark on a Hanoi walking tour.

As you wander through its streets, you will come across ancient temples, colonial architecture, bustling markets, serene lakes, etc. Every step reveals a new layer of the city’s rich history and culture, leaving you in awe.

The walking tour also leads you through hidden alleyways that may be less accessible by other means of transportation. These hidden gems unfold tucked-away temples, traditional workshops, and intriguing historical anecdotes, through which you can delve deeper into the city’s secrets.

Moreover, exploring Hanoi on foot allows you to fully embrace the city’s rhythm. You can pause at street food stalls to savor delectable Vietnamese dishes, engage in conversations with friendly vendors, and observe the daily routines that might otherwise go unnoticed from the window of a vehicle.

2. The most popular Hanoi walking tour and its highlights
The Hanoi Old Quarter walking tour is the most renowned walking tour, in which the story of Hanoi is clearly conveyed. This tour takes you to cultural heritage sites and architectural wonders that have shaped the city over centuries, with some notable ones being:

2.1. Hoan Kiem Lake

Location: Hang Trong Ward, Hoan Kiem District
Hoan Kiem Lake is a prominent highlight of any Hanoi walking tour. It is attached to the legend of King Le Thai To (1385 – 1433), who received a holy sword from the Sea God to defeat invaders.

One day, when the King was cruising on the lake, a turtle surfaced and asked for the sword that the Sea God had lent him. The turtle then took the sword and disappeared into the depths of the lake. This led to the name of Hoan Kiem, “Lake of the Returned Sword,” or Sword Lake. While remaining mystical, the legend has enhanced the charm of Hoan Kiem Lake, captivating visitors to explore.

Besides its significant spiritual role for the Vietnamese people, Hoan Kiem Lake is also a gathering and entertaining spot for locals and tourists alike. Located amidst the bustling cityscape, this lake offers a peaceful escape for visitors of all ages. Flocks of people come here for exercise and recreational activities every day.

2.2. Ngoc Son Temple – An essential stop on any Hanoi walking tour

Location: Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Hoan Kiem District
Located on a small island on Hoan Kiem Lake lies Ngoc Son Temple, which is accessible via the red wooden The Huc Bridge.

Built in the 19th century, this temple is dedicated to Van Xuong De Quan (Wenchang Dijun), a Taoist deity of dignity and good fortune, and general Tran Hung Dao (1228-1300), a highly respected Vietnamese military leader. For many locals, it is a sacred site to pray for luck and peace of mind. It is also an ideal site to admire the beauty of Hoan Kiem Lake from a new point of view.

When you are here, don’t forget to go inside the temple and witness the glass cabinet housing the preserved bodies of two big turtles that once lived in Hoan Kiem Lake. These turtles hold significant cultural and historical importance in Vietnam, particularly in relation to the legend of the lake’s mystical turtle.

2.3. Bach Ma Temple

Location: 76 Hang Buom Street, Hoan Kiem District
A Hanoi walking tour would be incomplete without a visit to Bach Ma Temple, the oldest temple in Hanoi, dating back to the 9th century. It is dedicated to a white horse, which is said to guide King Ly Thai To to where to build the citadel in Thang Long (Hanoi nowadays).

Seen from outside, the temple appears to be an 8-roof communal house adorned with antique designs. As you pass through the wonderful old wooden doors, you will see a statue of the legendary white horse and a beautiful red-lacquered funeral palanquin.

There are also numerous altars with exquisite engravings, along with precious artifacts such as paintings, imperial decrees, ancient weapons, stone stelae, metal bells, and palankeens, displayed inside the temple.

2.4. Ma May Ancient House

Location: No. 87 Ma May Street, Hoan Kiem District
Ma May Ancient House is another name that should be added on your itinerary. It vividly portrays the daily life of Hanoi’s people from bygone eras and showcases the charm of traditional Vietnamese architecture.

Built in the 19th century, this house boasts a unique tubular design, narrow yet deep. Its rooms, mezzanines, and courtyards were meticulously crafted to meet the needs and convenience of its residents. Notably, the courtyard stands out as a special feature, basking in natural light and designed as a beautiful small garden. Here, you can also find many antiques, furniture, and artifacts that have been preserved since the old days.

2.5. O Quan Chuong – A must-see landmark on every Hanoi walking tour

Location: O Quan Chuong Street, Hoan Kiem District
If you are a history enthusiast or eager to connect with the city’s past, O Quan Chuong (Quan Chuong Gate) is an unmissable spot. Built in the 18th century, it is currently the only remaining gate of the old Hanoi Citadel.

O Quan Chuong features traditional Vietnamese architectural elements: an imposing structure, an arched entrance, and intricate brickwork. As you walk through the gate, you will feel transported back in time, as its weathered facade exudes a sense of resilience and history.

2.6. St. Joseph’s Cathedral

Location: 40 Nha Chung Street, Hoan Kiem District
St. Joseph’s Cathedral, the oldest church in Hanoi, is the next recommended destination during your Hanoi walking tour. Having gone through two fierce wars, this cathedral still miraculously stands intact and has witnessed many ups and downs in the capital city.

The unique architecture of St. Joseph’s Cathedral further adds to its appeal. Here, you will find a neo-Gothic masterpiece that offers a striking contrast to the city’s traditional architecture. From outside, the cathedral looks majestic, with a stone cross, a big clock, a statue of Mother Maria, and two square bell towers. Its interior is equally impressive, with colorful, tall glass windows, high domes, and numerous pictures of Jesus Christ all around.

The atmosphere here is also serene, providing you with a peaceful respite from the bustling streets of Hanoi.

2.7. Hanoi Opera House

Location: No. 1 Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem District
Hanoi Opera House, an architectural gem in the classical European style, awaits your visit during your Hanoi walking tour. Constructed between 1901 and 1911, it was the most luxurious academic art space in Indochina at the time.

The opera house covers an area of some 2,600 square meters. Its facade is a true marvel, adorned with many steps, elegant columns, and intricate wrought iron details. Inside, the opulence continues with a lavish interior featuring chandeliers, frescoes, and red velvet seats. It is the city’s premier venue for important meetings, conferences, and high artistic performances by international and domestic art groups.

2.8. D**g Xuan Market – A vibrant gem on any Hanoi walking tour

Location: No. 15, Cau D**g Street, Hoan Kiem District
Whether you follow a free walking tour in Hanoi, a self-guided walking tour Hanoi, or a paid walking tour, D**g Xuan Market is an essential destination. Established in 1889, it is the largest indoor market in Hanoi.

As you step inside, you will be greeted by a sensory overload of sights, sounds, and scents. The market offers everything from clothing and electronics to fresh produce and local street food. When you happen to be here, don’t forget to delight your taste buds with some famous dishes, including rib and cartilage porridge (chao suon sun), mango and beef jerky salad (goi xoai kho bo), bamboo stick-grilled pork with noodles (bun cha que tre), and crispy shrimp cake (banh tom).

3. Other Hanoi walking tours to choose for your itinerary
Besides Hanoi’s Old Quarter walking tours, Hanoi free walking tours also offer a variety of choices that can be tailored to your different interests and preferences. Here are a few notable options:

3.1. Hanoi street food walking tour

The Hanoi walking street food tour allows you to enjoy Hanoi’s vibrant culinary scene and soak in the bustling atmosphere at markets and food stalls. It is a fantastic opportunity to taste Hanoi street foods such as pho, bun cha, banh mi, cha ca, banh cuon, egg coffee, and more.

3.2. History and culture walking tour
Focused on Hanoi’s rich history and culture, this Hanoi walking tour takes you to historical sites and temples. Notable attractions on this tour include the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Presidential Palace.

3.3. Art and architecture walking tour
This tour will lead you through Hanoi’s artistic and architectural wonders, where you will visit museums, art galleries, traditional villages, and iconic landmarks. These may include the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum, Bat Trang Pottery Village, Van P**c Silk Village, Tran Quoc Pagoda, But Thap Pagoda, etc.

3.4. Night walking tour
A night walking tour offers an entirely different experience compared to a day tour, as Hanoi nightlife street is illuminated by colorful lights. On this tour, you have the chance to stroll across the elegant Long Bien Bridge, visit vibrant night markets like Hang Ma Street, and explore the nightlife paradise that is Ta Hien Street.

3.5. French Quarter Hanoi walking tour

Hanoi was under French colonial rule for many years, and this tour takes you through the Hanoi French Quarter. Here, you can see some of the most outstanding colonial architecture in the city, including Hanoi Opera House, the Vietnam National Museum of History, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Hoa Lo Prison, etc.

3.6. Hidden gems walking tour
This tour takes you to some of Hanoi’s best-kept secrets. What sets it apart is the opportunity to discover hidden gems and learn about the city from a local perspective. From the enchanting Quang Ba Flower Market and West Lake to Hanoi Train Street, Thang Long Water Puppet Theater, Duong Lam Ancient Village, Thanh Chuong Viet Palace, and Long Bien Morning Market, this Hanoi walking tour unveils a range of lesser-known sites that showcase another perspective of Hanoi.

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