12. One Pillar Pagoda
One Pillar Pagoda was built in 1049 under the Ly Dynasty, and is one of the symbols of
Hanoi capital, along with Turtle Tower and Khue Van Cac. Besides its spiritual significance, One Pillar Pagoda is a unique architectural work with high aesthetic value, expressed through the art of shaping on the water surface, sculpture, painting... reflecting ancient cultural values as well as imbued with national identity.

One Pillar Pagoda with unique architecture. Photo: @welpipi
13. Long Bien Bridge
When talking about
tourist attractions in Hanoi, we cannot fail to mention Long Bien Bridge. The bridge was built by the French in 1898 and was the first steel bridge across the Red River. Long Bien Bridge is associated with the two resistance wars against the French and the Americans, and is considered a symbol of Hanoi during the difficult years.

Long Bien Bridge has an ancient beauty. Photo: @phuongnt93

These extremely cool photos were taken on Long Bien Bridge. Photo: @ vuongcongnamsusuboy The values of the past still remain in each span of the bridge, so in the hearts of many Hanoians, Long Bien Bridge is an indelible part of memory. You can also admire Long Bien Bridge from nearby cafes. Watching people passing by on the bridge from a different angle will bring you many interesting experiences.
14. Hanoi Railway Station
Hanoi Railway Station, originally called Hang Co Railway Station, was built by the French and inaugurated in 1902. For more than a century, Hanoi Railway Station has always been an important traffic hub of the whole country as well as the capital.

Hanoi Railway Station is one of the important transport hubs of the country. Photo: ST If you come to Hanoi, choose hotels near the center and tourist areas, fully equipped with amenities and indispensable high-end mattresses such as
foam mattresses to give you a comfortable sleep after a day
of exploring the capital.
15. Dong Xuan Market – a must-see attraction in Hanoi
Dong Xuan Market is one of the largest markets in Hanoi. It sells a wide variety of goods from food, clothing to consumer goods to suit many tastes and different audiences. Because it is a wholesale market, the goods here are also cheaper than other places. Don't forget to choose some souvenirs when visiting here.

Dong Xuan Market is a shopping and sightseeing place in Hanoi (photo collected). Dong Xuan Market is also a place that sells many delicious and attractive foods typical of Hanoi. If you have the opportunity to come here, don't forget to enjoy them!

Fried banh chung at Dong Xuan market. Photo: @mokhoethanoi

Another corner of Dong Xuan market. Photo: @_jieulizh_
16. My Dinh National Stadium
My Dinh National Stadium is the second largest stadium in Vietnam with a capacity of over 40,000 seats. This is always the place to prioritize organizing large national and international events such as football tournaments, vibrant
music festivals... My Dinh Stadium is also the place where brilliant fireworks displays take place every holiday. On weekdays in the evening, this is also a popular place for entertainment. Choose
a hotel near My Dinh to have a complete fun time.

My Dinh National Stadium is the venue for many major events and music live shows across the country. Photo: ST
17. Vietnam - Soviet Union Friendship Cultural Palace
The Vietnam-Soviet Friendship Cultural Palace is a project started on the old Exhibition House from the French period which was destroyed. The total area of the cultural palace is 3.2 hectares including 3 main buildings: performance house, study house, technical house. This is an architectural and cultural work for art performances, exhibitions,
scientific seminars, rallies or major cultural events... Besides, this place is also a place for entertainment of many young people in the capital on weeknights.

Vietnam - Soviet Union Friendship Cultural Palace (photo collected)

Outside the Palace of Culture. Photo: @raincomings
18. Government Guest House
The Government Guest House No. 12 Ngo Quyen was formerly the Northern Governor's Palace, the headquarters of the Northern government. When the August Revolution broke out, the Viet Minh forces and the people of Hanoi attacked and occupied this building. The building was later renamed the Northern Government Palace, which was also the workplace of President
Ho Chi Minh and the provisional government of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam until the day of the national resistance. After the end of the Indochina War, the Northern Government Palace was renovated to become a government guest house. In 2005, the city government designated this place as a historical revolutionary relic.
Government Guesthouse historical site of Hanoi
19. Quan Thanh Temple
Located next to West Lake and the North Gate of Hanoi, this is the most impressive spiritual site in the capital. Quan Than Temple is one of the "four guardians" of the ancient Thang Long citadel. The temple worships Huyen Thien Tran Vu, the god guarding the North. Over the dynasties, Quan Thanh Temple has been restored many times but basically remains unchanged in terms of architecture. Not only contributing to the ancient and poetic beauty of the West Lake tourist area, Quan Thanh Temple is also a valuable relic of culture, art, architecture and sculpture, an impressive tourist destination when coming to Hanoi.

Quan Thanh Temple is a famous spiritual site in Hanoi. Photo: @kien.tran.vo

The carvings in the temple are very eye-catching. Photo: @riakquinn_
20. Hang Dau Water Tower
Hang Dau Water Tower is a construction that provides water for daily life for Hanoi residents since the French colonial period. The construction was built at the intersection of Hang Dau, Quan Thanh, Hang Than, Hang Luoc, Hang Giay, and Phan Dinh Phung streets. Because the tower has a bunker-like architecture, many people mistakenly call it that, and the name "Hang Dau bunker" has become familiar since then.

Bean water tower. Photo: @ahmdrashidk

The bean tower is sparkling at night. Photo: Channel 14
21. Ham Long Church
Ham Long Church is one of the largest and most beautiful churches in Hanoi. The architecture of the church stands out with the bell tower located in the center of the facade, decorated simply and harmoniously. In particular, the surrounding area of the church is decorated with many statues of saints, which are carved very vividly.

Photo: @hanhliinh___
22. Lenin Park
Located between the four major streets of Hanoi, Tran Phu – Nguyen Tri Phuong – Hoang Dieu –
Dien Bien Phu, Lenin Park is not only a solemn and beautiful highlight of the beloved capital but also attracts many people because of the tragic echoes of the nation. Today, the park is a place of entertainment for the people as well as tourists visiting the capital.

Monument in Lenin Park (photo collected)

The morning at the park is so fresh and cool. Photo: @martino_quang
23. Ceramic Road
The ceramic road was built in 2008 on the occasion of the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long - Hanoi and is one of the unique tourist destinations not to be missed when coming to the capital. This place has been recognized by the Guinness World Records as the longest ceramic painting
in the world .

The super cool ceramic road in Hanoi. Photo: @cuongkhii

Super cute colorful colors. Photo: ST

Another equally impressive angle. Photo: @cuongkhii Above are the tourist destinations in Hanoi that you can visit in 1 day when you have set foot in the capital. Besides, there are still many other attractive places waiting for you to explore. Wish you have an interesting and joyful trip to Hanoi.
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