Tourist destinations in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, can provide Arab tourists with everything they seek in tourist destinations. The city, which has witnessed a great development recently and has become a promising commercial center, also maintains its historical fragrant, natural places and lots of entertainment and recreation services.
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The most beautiful tourist place in Hanoi
old City
The ancient city of Hanoi is the heart of Vietnam and its true face through which you can learn about the history and culture of society. The ancient city is distinguished by its narrow and winding streets lined with local food carts and antiques shops. The old city is not without some traces of the French occuAl Bahahn of the country, and this appears in some historical places such as St. Joseph's Cathedral.
Hoan Kiem Lake
The Hoan Kiem Lake is one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in Hanoi and is located in the southernmost part of the old quarter. The most famous tourist place in the lake are the islands in the middle of which there is a temple (Ngoc Son) dedicated to honoring three famous personalities in Vietnamese history. On another island in the middle of the lake there is "Turtle Tower", which provides excellent views of the area.
Puppet theater
If you are on a family trip or want to learn about one of the oldest arts in Vietnam, you should visit the Puppet Theater in Hanoi. The origin of the performances at the Puppet Show went back to the rural areas of Vietnam at the time of the flood, as farmers were reenacting myths in flooded fields. Performances are now being held in the artificial lakes in the designated theater for five nights every week.
West Lake
“Tai Ho” is the largest lake in Hanoi. Its beach extends for fifteen kilometers and is one of the main recreational places for the local residents. Tourists and locals undertake many activities around the lake such as riding bikes, walking tours and visiting historical places where there are two temples near the lake. Visit the West Lake in Hanoi A great opportunity to take the most beautiful souvenir photos and eat seafood from restaurants scattered around the lake.
The Imperial Fort
One of the most important tourist places in Hanoi, because it is part of its ancient and modern war history, so that UNESCO included it in its list of human heritage in the year 2010 AD. The fort was an important military point and remained important until the 1960s during the liberation war waged in Vietnam. The history of the fort dates back to 1000 years. It houses many of the trenches and secret basements that still contain maps and military supplies since the Vietnam War.
Hua Lu Prison Museum
The “Hua Lu” prison, which has become a tourist museum, now occupies a special place among the Vietnamese population. This prison was intended for revolutionaries against the French occuAl Bahahn, and the Vietnamese arrested some of the most famous American military figures during the war, led by John McCain, one of the presidential candidates later.
Dong Xuan Market
Among the tourist places in Hanoi is the Dong Xuan Market, the largest of its kind in the city and occupies one of the largest remaining buildings from the Soviet era. Dong Xuan Market provides a wide variety of goods that tourists are searching for during visiting Vietnam such as souvenirs, handicrafts and clothes at sale prices to local citizens. To the rest of the other products that people need in their daily life, such as T-shirts, perfumes, sunglasses, etc. The market is located in the street of the same name in the suburb of Hoan Kiem and receives its customers from six in the morning until seven in the evening.
Pa Fen National Park
Pa Fee is one of the most beautiful green natural parks in Vietnam and is located about two hours from Hanoi. The reserve is known for its three-peak mountain that is covered in clouds and with many forests and wild animals.
Best day trips from Hanoi Vietnam
Tours outside the Vietnamese capital are no less than magic places in Hanoi, so the trip must include some trips outside the city.
Mai Chau District
The Mai Chau mountain region is located 150 kilometers southwest of Hanoi and is a region rich in landscapes and high mountains. In addition to the mountain terraces planted with rice, mountain animals and natural richness in this part of Vietnam, but on the other hand, the region is also worth a visit because it is home to seven ethnic minorities All combine in one spot.
Among the beautiful scenery in Mai Chau area are the houses above the ground built from the bamboo sticks and the animals under it from the rain or the heat of the sun. Visiting this area is a rural picnic between the agricultural places, and a mountain over the peaks and hills of the mountains and humanity to get to know these ethnic minorities very friendly with tourists .
The ancient capital of Vietnam
100 kilometers south of “Hanoi” is the city of Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of the country during the tenth and eleventh centuries AD. The city was considered at this time to be the hometown of major political events in addition to its commercial status and still finds a lot of interest and appreciation by the local people who see it as a symbol Nationally for Vietnamese culture.
Many of the city's historical monuments have been destroyed, such as its large castle and the surrounding walls, but there are still remains of arches and arches that people pass through when entering from the main gates. There are also some wonderful temples such as (Le Dai Hanh - Dinh Tien Hoang - Naht Tru) with places Other attractions such as the Cave (Thiên Tôn), which is dedicated to the cult of "Buddha".
The village of Bat Trang
Bat Trang is among the list of tourist places in Hanoi due to its close proximity to the city, it is not more than 25 kilometers from the capital only. It is a small village located on the other bank of the Red River, and despite its small area, it boasts a long and influential history in the Vietnamese state. More than 1000 years ago, it has long been famous for its strong and beautiful ceramic crafts at the same time.
Bat Trang village was also known as one of the centers of export of pottery during the French colonial era of the country. Tourists in the village can visit the ceramics factories and see the skilled workers during the ceramic manufacturing processes and even buy some original handicrafts that are distinguished from each other.
Perfumed Temple
The scented temple acquired its name from its unique location on the slopes of the perfumed mountain known as “Huong Tich” which is located 45 miles southwest of Hanoi.
Reaching the fragrant temple is not quite easy, as the journey consists of a distance by car or bus, then another distance by boat, and then finally either climbing mountains or using the hanging electric car (cable car). Once you reach the perfumed temple, which is located in the arms of the mountain completely, you will make sure that the hardship of the trip was worth.
Halong Bay Long Ha
Although Ha Long Bay is relatively far from Hanoi (160 km), it is one of the tourist places worth visiting. Therefore, many tourism companies in the capital organize direct trips to the bay by boat to spend the day and night sometimes on board.
On the deck, tourists can see the rocky and limestone formations, the frozen islands, as well as the enchanting view of the waters. It is also possible to stop on one of the deserted islands abundant in the bay to eat in a breathtaking cellular atmosphere.
