Geography
This city, located in Northern Vietnam, is the country’s capital and sits in the Red River Delta economic region.
What is Hanoi?
In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital to Hanoi and renamed it this.
What is Thang Long?
This famous Vietnamese dish, made with broth, rice noodles, and beef or chicken, originated in Hanoi.
What is Pho?
This Hanoi lake is famous for its legend of a divine turtle and is home to The Huc Bridge.
What is Hoan Kiem Lake?
During the 1407-1427 period, Hanoi was occupied by this Chinese dynasty and renamed Dong Quan.
What is the Ming Dynasty?
This traditional Vietnamese performance art, featuring wooden puppets and water, is popular in Hanoi.
What is Water Puppetry?
This old district, known for its 36 ancient streets, offers a glimpse into Hanoi’s culture, history, and street food.
What is Hanoi Old Quarter?
In 1945, President Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam’s independence at this famous Hanoi square.
What is Ba Dinh Square?
Hanoi celebrates this major festival, also known as the Lunar New Year, with family reunions and traditional customs.
What is Tet Nguyen Dan?
This underground bunker beneath the Government Guesthouse in Hanoi was a secret command center during the Vietnam War.
What is the D67 Bunker?
This French governor’s palace in Hanoi was attacked by Viet Minh forces during the August Revolution of 1945.
What is the Tonkin Palace?
This is the only type of Vietnamese opera that originated in Hanoi.
What is Cheo?