This is the most recent yet probably the largest and undoubtedly the most interesting Museums in Hanoi and Vietnam. The Museum comes out of the recognition that Vietnam is a multi-ethnic country and that more attention should be paid to promote socio-cultural diversity. Despite being out of the way compared with other ...
Vietnam History Museum lies silently on the back of the renowned Hanoi Opera House, at No.1 Pham Ngu Lao Street, Hoan Kiem District. This museum was built in 1926 under the name Louis Finot Museum by the Ecole Française d’Extreme-Orient and finish in 1932. After being taken over by Vietnamese Government, the ...
The Long Bien Bridge was constructed from 1989 to 1902 during French’s occupation of the country. Though the bridge was designed by French, it was built directly by Vietnamese workers with indigenous construction materials like woods from Phu Tho, Yen Bai, Thanh Hoa province, cement from Hai Phong, Long Tho lime from ...
Hoa Lo Prison relic is located in the heart of Hanoi. It is built in 1896 by French on the land of Phu Khanh village. The French occupied Hanoi in order to detain Vietnamese patriots who opposed their rule. They built one prison in 1896 in the middle of Hanoi and occupy ...
Hoian Eco-tourHoian Eco-tour is local family-run tour that shows travelers about how Vietnamese people live, work and eat. Founder of Hoian Eco-tour, Jack Tran, founded Hoian Eco-tour with the vision of creating a sustainable business that would preserve and promote both Vietnamese environment and strong social and cultural values.
Japanese Covered BridgeThe Japanese Covered Bridge in Hoi An is one of the famous tourist attractions in this charming town. The original Vietnamese name of this bridge is “Lai Vien Kieu”. The word can be interpreted as “Pagoda in Japan”. It is considered that the Japanese Covered Bridge is a possession of ...
Tan ky Old HouseThe name Old House of Tan Ky itself suggests that the building is one of the remotest historical buildings in Hoi An. The age of the old house is approximately a couple of centuries. The old house reflects the combination of both Japanese and Chinese architectural geniuses. So while ...
Chinese Assembly HallsThe Chinese who settled in Hoi An, like their counterparts in other parts of Asia, identified themselves according to their province of origin. Each community built its own assembly hall, known as “Hoi quan” in Vietnamese, for social gatherings, meetings and celebrations.
1. Ong PagodaThe small fishing town of Hoi An situated on the banks of the Thu Bon River, is a quiet place that affords its visitors ample scope for relaxation. The town’s other claim to fame is its many pagodas and shrines. One of them is the Ong Pagoda in Hoi An. ...
The name of the pagoda comes from a legend: a long ago, an old woman appeared on the hill where the pagoda stands today. She told local people that a Lord would come and build a Buddhist pagoda for the country's prosperity. Lord Nguyen Hoang, on hearing that, ordered the construction of ...
Tu Duc Tomb, one of the most iconic historical sites in Hue, Vietnam, offers a unique glimpse into the opulent past of the Nguyen dynasty. This guide provides an in-depth look at the tomb’s historical background, architectural marvels, and the serene natural landscape that surrounds it. Whether you're a history enthusiast, architecture ...

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