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Do Manh Cuong Boutique

| Hanoi, Vietnam

Schooled under Christian Dior in Paris, Do Manh Cuong returned home to open this chic enclave close ...

Schooled under Christian Dior in Paris, Do Manh Cuong returned home to open this chic enclave close to Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi’s old quarter. Visit to browse enticing rails of formal and informal men’s and women’s wear, enlivened by bold splashes of colour and tropical motifs. The minimalist studio’s white walls, artfully-lit racks and carefully placed tropical flowers offset the signature creations that have made him Vietnam’s pre-eminent luxury designer. His creations have become a sophisticated fixture on the catwalks of Europe and the US, combining a classic aesthetic with a vibrant style and a sensibility that is uniquely Vietnamese. 

Address

88 Nguyen Huu Huan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
+ 84 4 3935 1119
http://www.dmc-vn.com

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Craig Thomas Gallery

| Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Nestled in a quiet corner of District 1, the Craig Thomas Gallery is a space for some of Vietnam’s m...

Nestled in a quiet corner of District 1, the Craig Thomas Gallery is a space for some of Vietnam’s most respected contemporary artists to display adventurous works in paint, mixed media and sculpture. American owner Craig Thomas has been involved in Vietnam’s burgeoning arts scene for more than 20 years, while curator Xuan Mai Ardia has worked in galleries in London and Shanghai. CGT recently opened a second space near the Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum. Both venues are closed on Mondays.

Address

27i Tran Nhat Duat Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. 165 Calmette Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
+84 (0)903 888 431
http://www.cthomasgallery.com

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Temple of Literature

| Hanoi, Vietnam

Vietnam’s first national university, this 11th-century temple still retains a sense of philosophical...

Vietnam’s first national university, this 11th-century temple still retains a sense of philosophical tranquility. Wander through its five peaceful courtyards to find traditional pavilions with sweeping, red-tiled roofs and scarlet altars dedicated to Confucius, awash with symbolic gold calligraphy. Among its treasures 82 engraved stone stelae honor former students, encircling the lyrically named Well of Heavenly Clarity. At the heart of the temple, surrounded by fountains, stone statues and formal gardens, stands the Khue Van pavilion. The official symbol of present-day Hanoi also provides a timeless reminder of the temple’s illustrious former life. Inside, the light shines through four round windows to form a star - the traditional Vietnamese symbol for literature.

Address

Van Mieu, Dong Da, Ha Noi, Vietnam
+84 4 3511 4855

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Hoan Kiem Lake

| Hanoi, Vietnam

Located at the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake is a restful refuge from the bustle of t...

Located at the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake is a restful refuge from the bustle of the city. Known as the 'Lake of the Restored Sword', it’s a precious sanctuary for locals, and in the early morning offers a serene spot for practising Tai Chi. A stroll around the lake takes about 30 minutes, or traverse the iconic red Huc Bridge and discover the treasures of the 18th-century temple of Den Ngoc Son on Jade Island. Among Taoist symbolism and ancient ceramics, discover the preserved body of a 500-year-old giant turtle. You might be fortunate and glimpse turtles in the lake, an auspicious omen according to the local legends.

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Halong Bay

| Hanoi, Vietnam

Legend has it that Halong Bay’s ethereal jade lagoons and emerald-forested islands were created by d...

Legend has it that Halong Bay’s ethereal jade lagoons and emerald-forested islands were created by dragons, sent by the gods to protect the country from invaders. Today, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A seaplane from Hanoi’s Noi Bah airport sweeps over the bay, where you can recline on the deck of a private cruiser as it drifts between the jagged limestone karsts soaring up from the crystal water. Choose to explore the caves on a kayak, venture beneath the surface to scuba dive on vibrant coral reefs, or follow the hiking trail to the top of the mountain on Cat Ba Island. You’ll be rewarded for your efforts with panoramic views and a timeless sense of the majesty of nature. 

Address

Noi Bai International Airport Phu Minh, Soc Son, Ha Noi, Vietnam
+84 (4) 3886 5047
http://www.hanoiairportonline.com

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Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum

| Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Housed in a grand colonial-era mansion, Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum holds an impressive collec...

Housed in a grand colonial-era mansion, Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum holds an impressive collection of art from Vietnam and beyond. Paintings (on silk and in oils), sculpture, ceramics and lacquerware all feature. You can view contemporary works by some of Vietnam’s most important artists, as well as historical pieces, some dating from as far back as the fourth century. Cham art from the seventh to the 14th centuries is also on display. The yellow and white mansion is a work of art in itself; built in the early 1930s, its captivating details include stained-glass windows, marble floors and lofty ceilings. 

Address

97 Pho Duc Chinh Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
+84 8 3829 4441

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Nguyen Hue Street

| Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Nguyen Hue Street is a chic, pedestrianized strip running for almost 700 meters from the Saigon Rive...

Nguyen Hue Street is a chic, pedestrianized strip running for almost 700 meters from the Saigon River to Ho Chi Minh City Hall. Opened in April 2015, this ‘walking street’ is lined with trees and cooling fountains. Visitors can watch the passing scene on wooden benches made from trees that once grew by Saigon Opera House. Notable landmarks amid the shops, restaurants and coffee houses include a statue of Ho Chi Minh, arm raised benevolently, designed by artist Lam Quang Noi. The Nguyen Hue Flower Street festival is also held here.

Address

Nguyen Hue Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

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Saigon Opera House

| Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

The flamboyant Saigon Opera House was completed in 1900 – the same year as the Petit Palais in Paris...

The flamboyant Saigon Opera House was completed in 1900 – the same year as the Petit Palais in Paris to which it bears a close resemblance. Designed by French architect Eugène Ferret, it boasts granite floors, crystal chandeliers and stone sculptures. The materials for these features were imported from France. Nowadays, it’s an important cultural venue, with 500 plush velvet seats in an elegant oval auditorium. Home to the Ho Chi Minh City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera, it also hosts concerts, plays and Vietnamese traditional dance.

Address

7 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
+84 8 3823 7419
http://www.hbso.org.vn

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Diamond Plaza

| Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

The helicopter pad on the roof of its tallest building confirms the high-end status of Diamond Plaza...

The helicopter pad on the roof of its tallest building confirms the high-end status of Diamond Plaza. This multipurpose development includes two sleek glass towers containing offices and serviced apartments. Below is a stately colonial-style building that’s home to a luxury department store, where you can shop for women- and menswear, cosmetics, perfume and jewelry from prestigious international brands – all in air-conditioned comfort. There’s also a food court offering relaxed dining from familiar names, a six-screen cinema on the 13th floor that shows Hollywood, Vietnamese and international films, and a serene spa offering massages and beauty treatments.

Address

34 Le Duan Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
+84 8 3822 5500
http://www.diamondplaza.com.vn

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Hanoi Opera House

| Hanoi, Vietnam

Grand, neo-classical Hanoi Opera House was built by the French and modeled on the opulent Palais Gar...

Grand, neo-classical Hanoi Opera House was built by the French and modeled on the opulent Palais Garnier in Paris.  Guided walking tours stop outside on August Revolution Square to unveil its history. Visit for an evening performance when the classical arches and wrought iron balconies are illuminated and the mesmerising atmosphere in the auditorium is reminiscent of the building’s heyday. As you join the patrons on the Italian marble floor, look up to see the chandeliers and French ceiling murals that greeted colonial officials and wealthy Vietnamese who flocked here at the turn of the 20th century. Tickets are available for everything from classical symphonies and dramatic opera to ballets and traditional Vietnamese folk music. 

Address

1 Trang Tien - Hoan Kiem Ha Noi - VietNam
+84 (4) 9330 113
http://www.hanoioperahouse.org.vn

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