The current presidential office is the seat of the president of Vietnam. The presidential building is a French-style 4-storey building. The main entrance of the building is centred on the Vietnamese national emblem. It is the place where the Vietnamese president attends meetings and receives guests. Most of Vietnam’s important foreign affairs activities are held here.  The wide square in front of the presidency has hosted leaders from many countries including China and the United States. There are precious mahogany and huanghuali around the presidium. House No. 54 is the house where President Ho Chi Minh has lived and worked since 1954.  President Ho Chi Minh felt that the presidency was too extravagant and spent most of the time in the cabin next to it. Many water pine trees grow along the shores of Hubobo fish pond. Ticket price: Free, only the main building of the Chairman House can be seen, and the former residence of Ho Chi Minh can be visited.  Opening hours: Open all day, including Ho Chi Minh's former residence in the winter 08:00-11:00, 13:30-16:00; summer 07:30-11:00, 13:30-16:00; Monday, Friday afternoon Pavilion is closed.

The old town of Hanoi has basically remained the same for many years. It looks like an old city that is rundown and a little messy. But here is the purest of Hanoi, the real life of the locals. Although the old town of Hanoi lacks the heights of modern cities, there are many ancient buildings and shops, many historic temples and parks, and a lot of history. There are still many things to see.  Strolling in the old town, the one that impressed me the most is their motorcycle team. The people in Hanoi often ride motorcycles. The crossroads, the black motorcycles, the green lights and the deafening sounds of the motorcycles are all a part of the scenery. There are also tourist tricycles, where the tourist sits in the front and the rider is at the back. It is a great way to take pictures of the old town. 

The great leader of Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh’s life has become a legend. Most of the tourists who come to Hanoi visit the former residence of Ho Chi Minh. The former residence of Ho Chi Minh is located in the presidential palace of Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi. You will see that the French-style building sits in the middle of the lawn when you look at it from afar. I had always assumed that the single-family villa was decorated with grandeur and furnished beautifully, but the reality is different from what I had imagined.  The former residence of Ho Chi Minh consists of the former French Government House and the Hanging House. A large number of expensive and beautiful mahogany and huanghuali woods are planted in front of and behind the house. The green rattan promenade has become a beautiful view in the former residence. The French-style detached villas built by the Germans seem to be out of date today. The golden walls and the green trees complement each other. Walking on the asphalt roads, you can hear the birds singing, and feel the breeze blowing. In this century the old courtyard looks quiet and serene.

Hoan Kiem Lake is the most famous scenic spot in Hanoi, Vietnam. It can also be said to be the central area. It is the most famous one among many large and small lakes. The whole lake is narrow and long in the north and has an elliptical shape. In the past, there were waterways connected with the Red River not far from the east. Later, it was cut off by the river bank. The trees around the lakeshore are verdant and covered with shade. The lake is crystal clear and quiet.  The shore is accompanied by wind towers, water rafts and other ancient buildings. The water is dotted with jade mountains, Qixu Bridge, Zhenbo Pavilion and Turtle Tower. The Turtle Tower and the One Pillar Temple are the landmarks here.  The Hoan Kiem Lake area is also a famous place for backpackers in Vietnam. Visitors from all over the world come to Hanoi to choose the hotel in Hoan Kiem Lake. There are many small streets near Hoan Kiem Lake. There are many stalls and performances in the evening. There are many food choices here, and the prices are quite cheap. You can sit on a bench on the street and leisurely drink some coffee.

St. Joseph's Cathedral, also known as the Hanoi Cathedral, is the oldest church in Hanoi. It is said to be built like the Notre Dame de Paris. It has medieval style and is a representative of French architecture in Hanoi. It was built in 1886, it is a Neo-Gothic style.  Although the appearance seems a bit mottled, the main interior of the church, the stained-glass window, and the square tower are worth seeing. The church door will only open when mass is held. The rest of the time, visitors need to enter from the side door which is in the alley on the left side of the church.  Nha Tho Street, opposite the Nha Tho Lon & Around, is home to Hanoi's emerging boutique shops and cafes, plus traditional French architecture and large trees, where you can enjoy a bit of leisure and romance.

36th Street is like the soul of Hanoi and is its most famous commercial street. The origins of 36th street is quite interesting. In ancient times, Hanoi County was an administrative area centred on 36th Street. Each street sold the same category of goods, such as meat dumplings, palace flours, and ready-made clothes. Even coffins were sold on the street. With a wide variety of products and good quality, the name of the 36th Street has been passed down to the present day.  It is easy to get lost on the streets so it is best to open the GPS positioning system when you are here, otherwise it will be easy to get lost. The first thing that catches the eye at Lin Li’s shops are the dense English letters on the door. The sense of time and fashion coexist. I can see the once prosperous style. The motorcycles parked in front of the door have become the most beautiful in Hanoi. 

"Hanoi Opera House" It is one of the important architectural features of the French colonial period of Vietnam. The Ionian-style cylindrical and grey stone brick building materials were shipped from France to Vietnam. It can be seen that France wanted to rebuild Vietnam. After ten years of construction, it finally opened in 1911. It was not until 1945 that Viet Minh launched the August Revolution on the balcony of the Opera House, which was considered to be the pride of France's cultural and architectural art in the colonies.  After independence, the Hanoi Opera House became a civil theatre that promoted socialism. In recent years, the Vietnamese government has refurbished the opera house and wants to restore the past French style. The large crystal chandeliers, Parisian mirrors and bright marble steps left over from the past are a gorgeous part of the French style. It is a pity that the Hanoi Opera House is not open to the public. 

About two years ago, I went to Vietnam with a group of friends. There is a famous small lake in the urban area of Hanoi called Hoan Kiem Lake. In addition to tourists, locals will come here to rest, as well as friends. Evening is more lively at night. Especially the lights are more beautiful.

Vietnam's Hanoi New Year celebrations, Vietnam is also a socialist country. The celebrations of the New Year are equally colorful, and there are also some traditional game shows. Every household will gather in the city and then hold various games. There are tug-of-war, chess and so on.