The romantic architectural style of Hanoi

Hanoi is not just about its 36 streets and neighborhoods. Hanoi also boasts buildings that reflect French architecture, refined, romantic, and brimming with nostalgic emotions of a bygone era.

Strolling through the central streets of Hanoi, visitors will undoubtedly be amazed by the beauty of the buildings with their classic French architectural style.

Despite having stood for nearly a hundred years, these structures seem to have retained their original appearance.

Despite the passage of time having somewhat altered the intricate decorative patterns on the walls, the curved window frames, or the yellow walls now covered in moss.

From offices, theaters, schools, and museums to villas and houses… all subtly reflect the unmistakable characteristics of Europe, magnificent yet refined.

French architectural features have, to some extent, blended into the landscape and atmosphere of Hanoi, creating a unique and distinctive appearance unlike any other city.

Every street corner, every house, even every simple wall, every small window on a balcony filled with neatly arranged fragrant flowers… easily evokes in the visitor's mind the imprint of France: romantic and beautiful like the pages of a love novel.

Heritage Magazine