Hanoi - "where the past is never far from the present"

According to the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports , Time Out Magazine (UK) has just honored Hanoi as one of the world's top 20 cultural destinations in 2025, ranking 9th globally and leading in Asia.

This is the result of a survey of more than 18,500 global travelers, combined with assessments by international cultural and tourism experts on cultural experiences in the place of residence, along with the level of investment and quality of local cultural activities.

After a survey, Time Out's editorial team selected 20 typical cities, representing the most dynamic cultural centers in the world. According to Time Out Magazine, Hanoi is a charming city where "the past is never far from the present." Here, visitors can easily encounter artists performing traditional instruments such as the Dan Day and Dan Nguyet in the Old Quarter; just a few steps away are vibrant rock music stages. The intersection between the ancient and the modern is the special feature that makes Hanoi stand out on the world cultural map.

Hanoi's traditional festivals always attract international tourists to explore (photo by Quang Quyet).

Hanoi is not only the political and economic center but also the cultural cradle of Vietnam. Constructions such as Khue Van Cac, Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, One Pillar Pagoda or relics in the Hoan Kiem Lake area are vivid evidence of the city's rich history. In addition, folk art forms such as ca tru, hat xam, water puppetry are still preserved and developed. Hanoi's traditional cuisine and festivals always attract international tourists.

In particular, Hanoi is highly appreciated for its friendliness and reasonable cost for cultural activities. 82% of locals believe that cultural experiences here are affordable with many free or low-cost activities. This makes it easy for both locals and tourists to access and immerse themselves in the vibrant cultural life of the city.

Bao Chau

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