Hanoi developed on the Red River and in its estuary, like most other shopping centers. Since the founding of the state, Hanoi has been a sacred land. In the third century BC. Koh Loa (now Dong An District) was the capital of the state of Au Lak.
In the following centuries, Hanoi became the center of the Chinese invasion of the north. Located in the heart of the Red River Delta, Hanoi has gradually become a rich and densely populated area. In the fall of 1010, Li Kong Wan, the founder of the Lee Dynasty, moved the capital from Hoa Li to the Dai La Citadel, replacing the Dai La name with Thang Long (The Descent of the Dragon).
During the reign of the Lee, Chan and Le Hanoi dynasties, it turned into a mighty imperial city with hundreds of palaces and pagodas. This land has seen many heroic victories over various invaders, including the three expulsions of the Mongol hordes in 1258, one thousand two hundred eighty-five and 1 288.
Withstanding and repelling invaders, Thang Long becomes the political, economic and cultural center of the entire state. During this period, the influence of Buddhism and Confucianism developed rapidly. Van Mieu - Quoc Ti Zham (Temple of Literature and Imperial College) became the first Vietnamese university to give thousands of scholars to the country.


Worth visiting:


Koh Loa and An Ziong Viong Temple. This long-standing city settlement and military citadel is located in Ko Loa village, Dong An district, Hanoi. Ko Loa has been proclaimed the capital of the state twice: the first time in the An Ziong Viong era in the late third and early second centuries BC. BC, and for the second time during the reign of Ngo Viong Kuen in the mid-tenth century. The three shafts of the shaft, archaeological sites of the Bronze and Iron Era, are 16 km long. Hanoi's religious and memorial monuments include the Ngu Chieu Zu Qui Community House, the Mi Tiau Temple, and the Bao Sean Pagoda. Mystical monuments such as the Ngok Well, the Flag Tower and the Ngu Sa Castle make this area the most interesting place from a historical and cultural point of view.

Van Mieu - Quok Ti Jum. Kuok Ti Zham is the first scientist to have graduated from this university. Historic monuments of the millennial civilization are preserved here, including statues of Confucius and his disciples, as well as ancient buildings such as the Gué Wang Pavilion and the Cult Hall. Van Mieu - Quoc Ti Jam is a famous historical and cultural complex consisting of the Temple of Literature, built in 1070 in honor of Confucius and his followers and the first Vietnamese university.



Kuan Thanh Temple. Located in a spacious and beautiful corner of West Lake near the northern city gates of the ancient capital Thang Long, Quan Thanh is one of the city's four ancient guards. The existing structures were the result of the last reconstruction and renovation work during the nineteenth century, which included the triple gates, courtyards, front and central worship halls and tomb. A bronze statue of about 4 m in height and 4 tons in weight was cast in 1677 in honor of Saint Gwen Thien Chan U.



The Pag Quang Pagoda. The Chiang Kwok Pagoda is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi. It was built in the sixth century under the reign of Emperor Li Nam De, and was later named Hai Quoc, which means "foundation of the state." It was originally built outside the Yong Fu Dam and later relocated to West Lake. She was named Ann Quook, Chan Quook and Chan Buck. Being in perfect harmony with nature, the pagoda's architecture adds to the beautiful surroundings of the lake. The existing building is the result of recent renovation and renovation work in 1815, which included a triple gate, a main pagoda house, a sitting room, an ancestral worship hall and a garden tower.



Single Column Pagoda. Built in 1049, this pagoda is a unique example of the architecture of Vietnamese pagodas - its shape is reminiscent of a blooming lotus. It was built according to the dream description of Emperor Li Thi Tong, who ruled between 1028 and 1054, according to which he was brought to the lotus flower by Bodhisattva Avalokiteswara, the goddess of Mercy.



Hanoi Cathedral. Built on the ruins of Bao Thien Tower, this cathedral, also known as St. Joseph's Cathedral, opened on Christmas Day in 1886 after two years of construction. It is noteworthy that its construction is similar to the architecture of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Paris.



Hanoi flag tower. The Hanoi Flag Tower, also called Cote Co, is one of the few examples of Hanoi architecture that remained intact during the collision with the French between 1894 and 1897. It was built in 1812 and consists of three sites and the tower itself. On the east door are the words Ngen Hook, which means "to meet the rays of the rising sun." On the west door are two words Hoi Quang, which means "to reflect light", and on the south door, the words Huong Min, meaning "towards the sun." All the sunlight enters here through 36 flower-shaped windows and six fan-shaped windows.



Hanoi Municipal Theater. The construction of the Hanoi Municipal Theater began in 1901 and lasted for 10 years until 1911. It was the first opera house in the city to be built strictly by European standards. For several years, the theater has been the venue for well-known cultural and artistic events in Hanoi, and in the following years it has also been the venue for many important political and revolutionary events.

Mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh and Ba Dinh Square. The mausoleum is a place of eternal tranquility of the outstanding leader of Vietnam. On the gable of the Mausoleum are the words "Tu Ti Ti Ho Chi Minh", meaning "President Ho Chi Minh." Here in a glass sarcophagus, Uncle Ho's body is rested, dressed in a faded khaki suit and simple rubber shoes.



The residence of President Ho Chi Minh. Many relics related to the political and public life of the great president are on display in this pile house. Each plant that grows in the garden behind the house is a living testament to the friendship and respect of fellow citizens and representatives of foreign countries to Uncle Ho. This place attracts many people who want to understand the past of the country and the people of Vietnam.



Vietnam History Museum. This museum, located in the heart of Hanoi, is one of the most comprehensive exhibits that tell the history of this ancient and wonderful country. Each of the stages of the country's development is reflected in this museum: relics of the Paleolithic and Neolithic times are adjacent to the exhibits of the Great Empires, and these, in turn, turn into a fascinating and tragic story of the history of the struggle for independence of the country. Each visitor will surely find a theme that is able to awaken in him an unwavering interest and desire to improve his outlook, as he learns more closely the long history of the ancient country winds.



Museum of the Revolution. More than forty thousand historical exhibits that tell about the heroic and tragic villages of the country's history are presented in this museum. The events of the national liberation movement against the French and the construction of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam were reflected in thirty museum halls.



Ho Chi Minh Museum. In shape, this building resembles a lotus flower, which is a symbol of the noble character of Uncle Ho. More than two thousand documents, articles, photographs and exhibits are stored in the main hall, illustrating not only historical events that took place in President Ho Chi Minh's life, but also facts that have taken place in the world since the late 19th century.



Museum of Fine Arts of Vietnam. Many interesting facts and interesting stories about culture, ethnography and history of this country tell you this museum. Many sections devoted to the culture and life of ethnic minorities, unique findings of the Neolithic, Paleolithic and Bronze Age, feudal period in the life of the country, outstanding works of ancient sculpture and folk painting, technological fine arts, as well as creativity of artists of the first half of the XX century.



Museum of the Vietnamese Army. The Vietnam Army Museum is located on Dien Bien Phu Street in Hanoi. The areas previously housed by the French Army barracks are ten thousand square meters, in turn divided into 30 observation halls. The museum opened in December 1959. It exhibits items and documents related to the formation and development of the Vietnamese armed forces. The exhibits that are left over from past conflicts are on display. The path passed by the Vietnam People's Army (1946-1954) is shown in the form of weapons, cards and items left over from the famous Dien Bien Phu campaign, as well as personal belongings that once belonged to Vietnamese soldiers. It also presents several large and significant types of heavy weapons captured by the enemy and the debris of downed planes.
West Lake. West Lake, in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, is the largest lake in central Hanoi, with an area of five hundred hectares of land in the Tai Ho neighborhood. In the past, West Lake was part of the Hong River. Being one of the most beautiful places in Hanoi, the lake once served as a resort for tangerines and kings. Many buildings have been built on its shores, including such as Thi Hoa Palace, Ham Nguyen Sanctuary, Ti Hoa Palace, Kim Lien Pagoda and Ngok Dam Palace. The 14-kilometer trail that runs around the lake leads to the Niji Tam Flower Garden, the peach garden of Nhat Tan and the Tai Ho Temple, built in honor of Princess Liu. Today, many hotels, large and small, have been built in the area. Visitors can take in the sights and enjoy traditional Vietnamese dishes such as Hoi Tai shrimp pies, snails and fish dishes.




Thong Nhat Park. The modern park, opened in 1960, was named Thong Nath (united), reflecting the hopes of the northern half divided into two parts of the country for reunification. In April 1980, on the occasion of the 110th anniversary of Lenin's birth, Thong Nath was renamed the Lenin Park. The park has many gardens and trees, and an island in the middle of the lake. It is here that during the Tet holiday the famous Spring Flowers Festival is held.

Le Mat, a snake village.

Authoritative Oriental medicine has long recognized snake meat and venom based remedies as one of the most effective methods in treating many of the most serious diseases of the human body. Recognized restoration of reproductive function in men, coupled with the treatment of muscle, joint and vascular diseases, only a small part of this section of medicine - in combination with no less effective herbal remedies, zmeelechenie heals virtually any ailment.



Especially famous for its sorcerers-serpentine village Le Mat, located in the northern suburbs of the country. If you get there, then you will surely hear the beautiful legend of a young fisherman who saved the life of a beautiful princess from a monster, turned her boat. The fearless fisherman overcame the huge serpent and delivered the population of the surrounding villages from fear of the river monster ... The profession of snake hunter still enjoys respect and respect: every year on the twenty-third of March, residents of the village organize a snake festival on the eastern calendar. The legend of the brave fisherman comes to life again and again on the makeshift stage, with participants and spectators gracing the exquisite snake food.



The countryside of Le Mat supplies delicatessen snake meat to restaurants across the country - on special snake farms, locals breed reptiles whose poison is deadly to humans and animals: vipers, snakes, cobras and poisonous water snakes.