The once-crowded historical sites in Hanoi shut down as the capital city rushed to contain the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo: VNA)
A monument to soldiers in the historic battle to defend the capital city against French invaders empties out over coronavirus threat. (Photo: VNA)
Ngoc Son Temple, a relic associated with Sword Lake, the symbol of the capital, closes its doors following Hanoi People's Committee’s decision on social distancing to prevent the epidemic. (Photo: VNA)
The Huc Bridge empties out over coronavirus threat. (Photo: VNA)
The Vietnam Military History Museum closes to prevent the spread of coronavirus. (Photo: VNA)
Barriers are placed around the entrance to Lenin Park on Dien Bien Phu Street. (Photo: VNA)
Hoa Lo prison historical relic is temporarily closed. (Photo: VNA)
Quan Chuong gate, the capital’s relic, is no longer crowded and bustling during days of social distancing. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi is preparing measures to ease social distancing. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi relic sites during social distancing
Hanoi has undergone 60 days of social distancing because of the COVID-19. The once-crowded historical sites have closed their doors as the capital city rushed to contain the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.
