Red River Delta

#206 among destinations in Vietnam

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The Red River Delta or Hong River Delta is the flat low-lying plain formed by the Red River and its distributaries merging with the Thái Bình River in northern Vietnam. Hồng is a Sino-Vietnamese word for "red" or "crimson." The delta has the smallest area but highest population and population density of all regions. The region, measuring some 15,000 square kilometres is well protected by a network of dikes. It is an agriculturally rich and densely populated area. Most of the land is devoted to rice cultivation. ()

Local name: Đồng bằng sông Hồng Elevation: 69 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 21°1'60"N, 105°50'60"E

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Red River Delta – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hồ Hoàn Kiếm, Turtle Tower, Vietnam Military History Museum, Đồng Xuân Market.

~1740 ftSE
Lake with a temple, a bridge and a tower
Hồ Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hanoi, Hồ Hoàn Kiếm, also known as Hoan Kiem Lake, serves as a peaceful oasis amidst the bustling cityscape of Vietnam's capital. The name translates to "Lake of the Returned Sword," a moniker steeped in legend and history, which adds...
0.4 miS
Historic tower on a scenic city lake
Turtle Tower, Hanoi
11 min walk • In the heart of Hanoi, Vietnam, amidst the bustling city life, lies a serene emblem of history: Turtle Tower. Standing proudly on a small island in the center of Hoan Kiem Lake, this stone structure is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Vietnamese capital.
0.7 miW
Museum of national military history
Vietnam Military History Museum, Hanoi
17 min walk • The Vietnam Military History Museum, nestled in the heart of Hanoi, stands as a testament to the nation's rich and tumultuous military past. This comprehensive museum, established on July 17, 1956, is one of the seven national museums in Vietnam and serves as a...
~1750 ftN
Sprawling standby for wholesale shopping
Đồng Xuân Market, Hanoi
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter, Đồng Xuân Market stands as a historical and cultural landmark, drawing both locals and tourists to its vibrant atmosphere. This expansive market, established in 1889 during the French colonial period, is the...
0.7 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Vietnamese Women's Museum, Hanoi
19 min walk • The Vietnamese Women's Museum is a cultural repository dedicated to the roles and contributions of Vietnamese women throughout history. Located in the heart of Hanoi, Vietnam, this museum is a testament to the complexities and richness of Vietnamese women's lives, both...
~70 ftNE
Protected area
Hong River Delta, Hanoi
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hanoi, the Hong River Delta, also known as the Red River Delta, is an area of rich cultural and historical significance. This fertile region, cradled by the winding flows of the Red River, has been the agricultural and economic backbone of...
0.8 miSE
Grand classical music hall built in 1911
Hanoi Opera House, Hanoi
21 min walk • The Hanoi Opera House stands as an architectural and cultural beacon in the heart of Vietnam's capital. This grand edifice, reminiscent of the opulent French colonial era, was completed in 1911 and has since been a prestigious venue for the performing arts.
~1170 ftSE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Đền Ngọc Sơn, Hanoi
6 min walk • Nestled on a peaceful islet in the heart of Hanoi's bustling cityscape, Đền Ngọc Sơn, or the Temple of the Jade Mountain, stands as an emblem of Vietnam's rich cultural tapestry. This serene temple, accessible via the iconic red-painted Huc Bridge, is a revered...
0.7 miNW
Imperial citadel from the 11th century
Hanoi Citadel, Hanoi
18 min walk • Steeped in history and nestled in the heart of Vietnam's capital, the Hanoi Citadel is a compelling testament to the city's past. This ancient site, once the political center of the country, stands as a silent witness to Hanoi's evolution through the ages.
0.6 miW
Historically significant flag tower
Flag Tower of Hanoi, Hanoi
17 min walk • The Flag Tower of Hanoi is a tower in Hanoi, Vietnam, which is one of the symbols of the city and once a part of the Hanoi Citadel, a World Heritage Site. Its height is 33.4 m.
~1750 ftS
Grand Catholic seat dating to 1886
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Hanoi
9 min walk • St. Joseph's Cathedral is a church on Nha Chung Street in the Hoàn Kiếm District of Hanoi, Vietnam. It is a late 19th-century Gothic Revival church that serves as the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hanoi.