Cultural space in Hanoi’s Old Quarter pedestrian streets
Pedestrian streets in Hanoi’s Old Quarter have become an interesting destination on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights every week for both the capital’s residents and foreign visitors.
 |
| Ta Hien Street attracts a large number of visitors, including foreigners, to enjoy rustic dishes and relax on weekend days. |
 |
| A nightclub on Ta Hien street |
 |
| A performance of ‘Chau Van’ (spiritual singing) at the intersection between Ma May and Luong Ngoc Quyen streets |
 |
| Performances of traditional musical forms including ‘Cheo’ (traditional opera), ‘Tuong’ (classical drama) and folk songs attract both Hanoians and international visitors. |
 |
| ‘Xam’ singing (ballads sung by wandering blind musicians) and 'Ca tru' (ceremonial singing) performances at Bach Ma temple on Hang Buom Street |
 |
| Visitors are entertained by the cultural performances in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. |
 |
| Bach Ma temple is a cultural and historical relic site in the capital. |
 |
| Every Saturday night, Thang Long Ca Tru club gives performances and talks about the traditional art form at Quan De Temple at 28 Hang Buom street. |
 |
| A jazz performance space is also arranged on the pedestrian streets. |
 |
| Visitors capture vibrant performances. |
 |
| Artists are very enthusiastic in serving contemporary art lovers. |
 |
| Pedestrian streets have become an ideal destination for relaxing on the weekend for many visitors, particularly among foreigners. |
 |
| Souvenir shops also attract tourists. |
 |
| On weekend evenings, children have a spacious and safe playground on the pedestrian streets. |
 |
 |
| The night market area along Hang Dao – Hang Ngang – Hang Duong – Dong Xuan is usually crowded with visitors. |
 |
| On the walking streets in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, visitors can shop whilst enjoying music, cuisine and relaxing moments with friends. |