Hồ Hoàn Kiếm

Sword Lake or Hoan Kiem Lake is one of the places to visit in Hanoi when traveling to the capital. Located in the center, Hoan Kiem Lake is considered the heart of this thousand-year-old city. The lake's surface is like a large mirror reflecting the reflections of ancient trees, flowing willow trees, ancient temple roofs and pagodas. , mossy old towers, new high-rise buildings rising to the blue sky.If you have visited Hanoi, Hoan Kiem Lake is a place that you definitely cannot miss. The following article will provide you with the most detailed information about Hoan Kiem Lake as well as places to eat and play near the lake. Hoan Kiem Lake is located in the center of the capital, surrounded by 3 streets Hang Khay - Le Thai To - Dinh Tien Hoang. Previously, the lake also had some other names such as Luc Thuy lake (blue water lake) or Thuy Quan lake (because the lake used to be a place to train combat sailors). In the 15th century, the lake was renamed Hoan Kiem Lake (returning the sword), associated with the legend of returning the treasure sword to the golden turtle of King Le Thai To. Hoan Kiem Lake is an ideal meeting place for four seasons: Brilliant in peach colors and traditional festivals in spring; windy winds dispel the sweltering heat of summer; infatuated with the willow branches hanging in the magical mist of autumn; splendid in the rain of golden leaves and the fluttering drizzle of winter.#trip #hohoankiem