The way it was: Today in history
VOV.VN- These images are courtesy of the Hanoi Museum and are a preview of an ongoing exhibition of black-and-white photos of Hoan Kiem Lake (Sword Lake) as it was 100 years ago.
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Although the lake has kept much of its charm over the years, in the early 20th century, it had a very different atmosphere and was a more peaceful and tranquil place than it is today. |
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A corner of a flower market |
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The Huc Bridge in 1884 |
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On the eve of the Lunar New Year in 1952, the bridge collapses due to overload of people. The Hanoi Mayor, Tham Hoang Tin, then had the bridge demolished and a new one constructed in its place. |
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The bridge to Dac Nguyet Lau (or Moon Light tower) - Ngoc Son Shrine. |
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Tran Ba (Preventing Waves from Crashing) Pavilion |
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The lake in early 20th century |
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Bao An Pagoda |
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Hoa Phong Tower |
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A peaceful Hanoi |
