With its rare romantic and poetic charm, intertwined with thousand-year-old cultural values, Tay Ho is not only a place that has inspired generations of poets and scholars, but has long become a “promised land” embodying the most refined lifestyle of Hanoi’s elite.
The poetic essence of a land steeped in cultural and historical beauty
In the collective consciousness of residents of the thousand-year-old capital, Tay Ho is synonymous with distinctive cultural and historical values. It is revered as a land where “sacred dragons converge,” possessing auspicious feng shui described as “the dragon and phoenix presenting prosperity, the phoenix drinking from the waters.”
Over centuries, Tay Ho has been enriched by deep cultural sediment, home to 71 historical relics, of which 40 have been officially recognized and ranked. These sites have become renowned destinations for both domestic and international visitors.
Visitors to Tay Ho often experience a profound sense of tranquility—not only from the poetic scenery of the calm lake but also from the solemn atmosphere resting on the tiled roofs of ancient pagodas with high artistic and architectural value. Notable examples include Tran Quoc Pagoda—one of the oldest pagodas in Vietnam dating back to the Ly Dynasty; Kim Lien Pagoda, a representative of religious architecture from the Le–Trinh period; along with Pho Linh, Tao Sach, Thien Nien, Tinh Lau, Thong Thien Cave, Yen Phu Communal House, and many others.
Amid the emerald waters of West Lake stands Phu Tay Ho, originating from the Le–Trinh era. This sacred site worships Saint Mother Lieu Hanh and is regarded as one of the cradles of the Mother Goddess Worship belief in Hanoi and Vietnam as a whole—recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Tay Ho also offers visitors a journey back to the ancient villages of Northern Vietnam, with images of communal houses, banyan trees, and long-preserved traditional crafts such as sticky rice making in Phu Thuong Village. This village is home to numerous ranked relics, carrying a profound cultural and historical legacy passed down through generations.
Traditional festivals held in Tay Ho continue to attract great interest from tourists, including the festivals of Phu Tay Ho, Dong Co Temple, Nhat Tan Communal House, and Yen Phu Communal House. These events aim to preserve and promote intangible cultural heritage while rekindling the Vietnamese tradition of gratitude and remembrance of one’s roots.
The convergence of heritage values and contemporary urban living
Today, amid the relentless flow of urbanization, Tay Ho harmoniously blends the ancient imprints of old villages with emerging development potential—continuing and elevating its long-standing cultural values.
A significant milestone is the relocation of 12 ministries and central agencies to the new administrative center in Tay Ho District, including the Ministries of Planning and Investment, Industry and Trade, Justice, Construction, Transport, Labor–Invalids and Social Affairs, Health, Agriculture and Rural Development, Culture–Sports and Tourism, Information and Communications, Education and Training, and the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee.
Alongside this transformation is the synchronized development of high-end amenities such as Lotte Mall West Lake Hanoi, universities including the University of Finance and Banking of Hanoi, Hanoi University of Public Health, Hanoi University of Mining and Geology, as well as major healthcare facilities like the National Lung Hospital and Phuong Dong General Hospital. Together, they create an international-standard living environment for Tay Ho residents.
Luxury urban developments designed specifically for the elite are gradually taking shape, backed by reputable developers. These projects attract a civilized community and establish a new benchmark for refined, upscale living.
From ancient times to the present day, Tay Ho has consistently been a land of promise—drawing Hanoi’s upper class with the vision of an ideal place to live, defined by prosperity, elegance, and sustainable values.
Responding to the growing demand of the elite for a distinguished living environment in Tay Ho, the upcoming large-scale complex in Nam Thang Long, featuring an all-in-one premium amenity system—ranging from diverse shop villas and European-inspired luxury villas to shopping centers and Grade A office towers—will undoubtedly shape an iconic destination that Hanoi’s upper class has long aspired to find.
