July 15, 2024
HANOI – Hà Nội was honoured as a “City for Peace” in 1999 by UNESCO – an event with profound political and cultural significance. It expressed the belief and desire for peace of the Vietnamese people in general and the Hanoians in particular.
Twenty five years since then, the capital city has had multiple changes for the better. Becoming a “safe and friendly” destination, it is increasingly introduced, widely promoted, and highly appreciated by international organisations.
With a stable political system, national security, and improved cultural, economic and spiritual life of the people Hà Nội has attracted a great number of foreign investors and tourists.
The city has also made remarkable progress in promoting economic development, accelerating the process of industrialisation, modernisation and international economic integration.
Along with the government’s goal of planting 1 billion trees in 2021-25, Hà Nội is making efforts to improve the environment, both helping to reduce dust and noise while enhancing urban aesthetics.
International visitors participate in cultural activities at the walking street around Hoàn Kiếm Lake in Hà Nội. PHOTO: VNA/VNS/VIET NAM NEWS
Foreign tourists enjoys a cyclo ride, one of Hà Nội’s tourism products. PHOTO: VNA/VNS/VIET NAM NEWS
Long Biên Bridge is not only a famous historical site of Hà Nội, but also a symbol of the bravery and resilience of the Hanoians. Built between 1899 and 1902, the bridge was bombed on many occasions during the anti-American war, and each time after bombing it was quickly repaired. The bridge is still in service today for trains, bikes, motorbikes and pedestrians. PHOTO: VIET NAM NEWS
A boy asks for some beautiful letters from a calligrapher at the Temple of Literature, a typical custom of the local people during Lunar New Year holiday. PHOTO: VNA/VNS/VIET NAM NEWS
Covering about 500ha, West Lake is the largest lake of the city. PHOTO: VIET NAM NEWS
Two old ladies pictured when they are on the way to the market early in the morning under cool weather of Hà Nội’s beautiful autumn. PHOTO: VNA/VNS/VIET NAM NEWS