Hanoi Culture & History

Hanoi 1000 Year History: Thang Long to Today (2026)

Hanoi 1000 year history: from Thang Long founding (1010) through Ly, Le, Nguyen dynasties, French colonial era, and modern Vietnam.

August 9, 2026

Hoan Kiem Lake legend and history: the Returned Sword myth, sacred turtles, Le Loi, Ngoc Son Temple, and how to experience the…

August 8, 2026

Traditional craft villages near Hanoi: Bat Trang pottery, Van Phuc silk, Dong Ho prints, Quat Dong embroidery, Phu Vinh bamboo. Day trip…

August 7, 2026

Hanoi art scene and galleries: Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, Manzi, Apricot Gallery. Lacquer painting, silk art, contemporary work, and where to buy.

August 6, 2026

Vietnamese customs and etiquette: greetings, dining, religious sites, gifts, business, body language. Complete cultural guide for visitors.

August 5, 2026

Hanoi war history museums: Hoa Lo Prison, Vietnam Military History Museum, B-52 Victory Museum, Air Force Museum. Complete visitor guide.

August 4, 2026

French colonial architecture Hanoi: Opera House, St. Joseph's Cathedral, French Quarter villas. Walking tour, history, and best photo spots.

August 3, 2026

Hanoi pagodas and temples guide: Tran Quoc, One Pillar, Ngoc Son, Bach Ma, Quan Thanh. Sacred sites, etiquette, photography tips and walking…

August 2, 2026

Imperial Citadel Thang Long guide: UNESCO site, Doan Mon Gate, Kinh Thien Palace, House D67, archaeological pit. Vietnam's 1000-year imperial heart.

August 1, 2026

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum visiting guide: hours, dress code, what to see, Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda, and tips for the Hanoi…

July 31, 2026