French President and First Lady stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake at night, see turtle specimen

After moving from Noi Bai airport to the Metropole Hotel (Hoan Kiem district), French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron walked straight to Hoan Kiem Lake.

People exercising at night in the Hoan Kiem Lake area were surprised to recognize the French President and his wife.

Mr. Macron and Mrs. Brigitte walked with some bodyguards from Ly Thai To Street to Le Lai Street - where the statue of King Ly Thai To is located. Next, the President and his wife visited Ngoc Son Temple, then walked around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Mr. Macron wore a smart suit and Mrs. Brigitte wore a striking red suit. The President and his wife continuously chatted and asked their escorts about the scenery of the capital.

The President and First Lady walked and visited for about an hour, returning to the hotel at 11:00 p.m.

Located on Ngoc Island in the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple is famous for its unique architecture and impressive, quiet beauty. Especially at night, under the sparkling lights, the view of The Huc Bridge, Turtle Tower and the temple appears stunning.

Ngoc Son Temple is not only a simple spiritual place, but also a famous tourist destination in Hanoi, attracting visitors by its ancient and quiet features, symbolizing the long-standing culture of the capital Hanoi.

Here, French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife viewed the turtle specimen. The President asked very detailed questions about this specimen.

While President Macron asked about the history of Hoan Kiem Lake, Mrs. Brigitte quietly admired the architecture of Ngoc Son Temple.

A legendary creature, associated with the heroic historical period of the nation - the giant soft-shell turtle Rafetus swinhoei is especially rare. Unfortunately, the last one in Hoan Kiem Lake died in January 2016, but people can still admire the living specimen as if the turtle were alive.

"I am here to strengthen our relationship in key areas"

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron arrived in Hanoi a few hours ago. The visit is of special significance to bilateral relations, especially after the two countries upgraded their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The visit is an important follow-up to General Secretary To Lam's visit to France and attendance at the 19th Francophone Summit (October 2024).

Today, the French President will have important talks and meetings with key leaders of Vietnam.

The French Embassy in Vietnam also just posted a statement from the French President after arriving in Vietnam: "After a long journey, we have arrived in Hanoi with the French delegation. This is the first leg of a strategic visit to Vietnam, Indonesia and then Singapore.

It is in this Indo- Pacific region that part of our common future is open to all of us French people.

The greatest challenges of this century – climate, economic, geopolitical – can only be solved through cooperation with our partners, and especially with this part of the world, a vital gateway for global trade, a cradle of innovation, growth and technology.

This is why France is present and acts together with its partners, through concrete projects for the benefit of the region, of our two countries' businesses and for our common future.

I came here to strengthen our relationship in key areas: defense, innovation, energy transition, cultural exchange.

Everywhere I go, I always say one simple thing: France is a power of peace and balance. France is a reliable partner, one that believes in dialogue and cooperation. When some countries choose to withdraw, France chooses to build bridges."

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