"The Old Quarter, or Hanoi 36 streets, is a familiar name referred to the old town with historical memories of this capital city. Over the years, Hanoi Old Quarter may have been changed, but this area is still a top tourist attraction to experience the remains of an old Hanoi.
The Old Quarter is an urban area formed from the Ly – Tran dynasty and located east of Thang Long Royal Citadel to the Red River. This downtown area focused on small-scale industrial and commercial activities. Each street