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The silver street – one of the most interesting places to visit in Hanoi Vietnam (Source: Collected)
Hang Bac Street is a prominent spot to visit for most tourists on their exciting Hanoi travel. Walking along the street, you will be fascinated by the beauty of handcrafted silvery, their history, and lots of delectable local dishes.
1. About Hang Bac Street Hanoi and the origin of its name
1.1. Location
Located in Hoan Kiem District, Hang Bac Street is a street in the famous Hanoi Old Quarter. This 330-meter-long street has a prime location, from where you can easily get to other streets and attractions in the vicinity. It takes you just around 10 minutes to walk from Hang Bac Street to the nearby Hoan Kiem Lake, a symbol of Hanoi.
1.2. History
In the Le Dynasty, under the permission of the king, a foundry was opened to produce silver in the area. Many skillful silversmiths gathered here to do their craft and turned the place into a hub for trading silver and other commodities.
In the late 19th century, the street had the French name Rue des changeurs (the street of exchange). From 1945, this silver street Hanoi was officially renamed Hang Bac Street. As time passed, it now also has stores for jewelry and money exchange in addition to silver.
2. Which kinds of jewelry does Hang Bac Street specialize in?
It is said that silversmiths were very famous in Vietnam. People in Northern Vietnam would find their ideal silver jewelry at Hang Bac Street. The products’ quality was so high that they were not only sold to domestic customers but also exported to foreign market.
High-quality silver jewelry at Silver Street Hanoi (Source: Collected)
Most of the commodities at Hang Bac Street are categorized into:
- Plain jewelry, including rings, earrings, and bracelets
- Carved furnishings for worship and decoration, typically adorned with figures of Vietnamese mythical creatures (dragon, unicorn, turtle, phoenix)
Taking a Hanoi street tour to Hang Bac Street, it is recommended that you get a silver souvenir for your friends and family back home.
3. What to eat on your trip to Hang Bac Street in Hanoi?
The appetizing food at Hang Bac Street (Source: Collected)
Each corner of Hanoi streets can serve you many delicious delicacies. Let’s see what the Silver Street has to offer:
- Doner Kebab (2 Hang Bac): A full loaf of bread with juicy meat, fresh salad, and tasty sauce is an ideal treat for you to enjoy on the spot or take away.
- Bami Bread (98 Hang Bac): This classic Vietnamese banh mi will surely satisfy your taste buds.
- Banh duc (66 Hang Bac): Having opened for over 30 years, this modest stall has been a favorite eatery of the local people. Banh duc is a kind of steamed rice cake that is served in a bowl with toppings and a savory sauce.
- Bun rieu (11 Hang Bac): A familiar breakfast spot for gastronomes which will pamper your belly with its sweet crab soup and hot vermicelli.
4. Tips for visiting Hang Bac Street to get the best experience
Coming to Hang Bac Street, in addition to buying silver products and enjoying the local cuisine, tourists can visit the following two places to get immersed in Vietnamese culture:
- Truong Thi communal house (58 Hang Bac)
- Kim Ngan communal house (42 Hang Bac)
These communal houses preserve some vestiges of the Vietnamese silver making craft, as their owners are descendants of an age-old handicraft village.
Kim Ngan communal house (Source: Collected)
In addition to Hang Bac Street, there are many other places for you to explore the diversity of Vietnamese culture, such as Fine Arts Museum, Presidential Palace, Hanoi Old Quarter, West Lake, Hoan Kiem Lake, Thang Long Water Puppet Theater, Van Phuc Silk Village, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Botanical Gardens Hanoi, and especially VinKE & Vinpearl Aquarium Times City.
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Vinpearl Aquarium Times City
Meanwhile at VinKE, families will have a chance to provide their children with various kinds of modern career-oriented games. Spending time together and seeing your kids experience their dream job will make your trip to Hanoi even more meaningful.
VinKE Times City
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Hang Bac Street is an ideal spot for you to take in both the bustling and nostalgic vibe of an old trading hub in the Old Quarter. Coming here, don’t forget to buy some fine souvenirs and listen to the stories of the local elderly, you may have unforgettable memories of this beautiful city.
