A quiet autumn in Covid-restricted Hanoi

09:09, 02/09/2021

Hanoi has entered autumn amid the echo of deserted streets, empty shops and closed iconic destinations.

 

 

Hanoi has entered autumn amid the echo of deserted streets, empty shops and closed iconic destinations.

Hoan Kiem Lake (Sword Lake), one of the busiest areas in downtown Hanoi during weekends, is left deserted.
Hoan Kiem Lake (Sword Lake), one of the busiest areas in downtown Hanoi during weekends, is left deserted.

 

Hanoi Opera House.  Dubbed a miniature of Paris Palais Garnier, Hanoi Opera House was built in 1911 by the French. It is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Southeast Asia.
Hanoi Opera House. Dubbed a miniature of Paris Palais Garnier, Hanoi Opera House was built in 1911 by the French. It is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Southeast Asia.

 

Turtle Tower, a symbol of Hanoi in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake, seen from Ly Thai To Street.
Turtle Tower, a symbol of Hanoi in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake, seen from Ly Thai To Street.

 

The Red River seen from Long Bien Bridge.
The Red River seen from Long Bien Bridge.

 

Fields of reeds along Nguyen Van Huyen Street in Cau Giay District.
Fields of reeds along Nguyen Van Huyen Street in Cau Giay District.

 (Source: VNexpress)