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Legend has it that, during the Ly – Tran dynasties, skilled craftsmen from traditional craft villages around Thang Long town gathered in 36 streets of ancient Hanoi to launch their business with their craft products. Therefore, the streets here were named after the names of business products during that point.

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Since then, Hanoi’s 36 streets have long become a typical symbol of the capital’s history and culture. Through the up and down of time, the area is still a place that preserves its historical beauty and cultural values. The roadmap of 36 streets in Hanoi could be determined according to: In the South are Hang Gai, Hang Bong, Cau Go, Hang Thung streets; The north is Hang Dau; To the west is Phung Hung street; The East is Tran Nhat Duat Street and Tran Quang Khai Street. Exploring Hanoi’s Old Quarter, visitors can find unique handmade products imbued with traditional folk values and can buy them as souvenirs for relatives and friends.

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Returning to the old town means returning to the traditions of a thousand years of civilization, with cultural values still preserved in about 100 long-standing architectural works including communal houses, temples, pagodas, and assembly halls, featuring Bach Ma temple on Hang Buom street, one of the four towns of the ancient capital Thang Long. Hanoi’s Old Quarter with small roadside vendors has always been the ultimate attractions to travelers. Travelers can stroll around and take in the view of the bustling street vendors, enjoy local dishes such as “cốm” from Vong village, bánh rán, bánh tiêu,…