1. Introduction to Hanoi Old Quarter
The old town is located in the west and north of Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi. This area consists of 36 streets, each street specializes in selling a different type of goods. The old town is limited from the north by Hang Dau street, the west is Phung Hung Street, the South includes streets such as Hang Gai, Wood Cau, Hang Bong and Hang Bat, finally the east are Tran Nhat Duat and Tran Quang Khai streets.
2. Famous entertainment locations in Hanoi Old Quarter
2.1 Hoan Kiem Lake
This place is also known as Ho Guom, part of the legend of the Turtle. Hoan Kiem Lake is located in the center of the city and is often a popular destination for visitors. In addition to the lake, this area also has many other neighboring tourist destinations such as Ngoc Son and the Huc Bridge.
2.2 Ngoc Son Temple
Ngoc Son Temple is located on Ngoc Island between Hoan Kiem Lake, which is a place to worship the god of Van Xuong and Holy Tran. To approach the inner part of the temple, visitors must cross the Red Bridge. Here, they have the opportunity to understand more about the legend of Ho Guom and the history of Hanoi city.
2.3 Dong Xuan Market
Dong Xuan Market is one of the largest markets in the North and is the only located in the old town. Coming here, visitors will experience the vibrant, bustling and bustling atmosphere of life and sale.
3. The special dishes in Hanoi Old Quarter
3.1 Enjoying Bun Cha Hang Buom
Hang Buom Bun is one of the famous dishes of Hanoi. This dish is often served with sweet and sour sauce. The soft noodles combined with meatballs and grilled rolls create a rich flavor, will surely satisfy the most demanding diners.
3.2 Visit Dinh Liet Street to enjoy boiled snails
This is one of the snack places that many tourists often visit when exploring Hanoi. The menu of the restaurant is very diverse and rich, including dishes such as steamed snails, fried spring rolls, boiled snails, stir -fried and many other dishes. The fragrance from hot snail shops spread to the road makes people unable to not care when passing. In the cold days of winter, enjoying hot snails and sour sauce is an ideal choice.
3.3 Tasting fried pho flavor
Another famous address that you can not ignore when enjoying food in Hanoi is the pho and stir -fried heart at Nguyen Sieu Street. As soon as you arrive at the top of the street, you will be fascinated by the sweet aroma from the dishes here. Pho and stir -fried heart, when added a little soy sauce and served with sour pickles, is really a great experience. Although only open in the evening, the shop is always crowded with guests in and out.
