Ancient village Cu Da – where old charm is preserved

Cu Da is a renowned ancient village located in Cu Khe commune, Thanh Oai district, Hanoi. It features traditional, rustic homes typical of the northern Vietnamese countryside, harmoniously blended with French colonial architecture.

In the 1990s, Cu Da village had 255 old houses, about 15-20 of which followed French architectural styles, with the rest being traditional Vietnamese. Due to historical events and urbanization, this number has significantly decreased, standing at 55 today. (Photo: Van Chi/VNA)

Currently, Cu Da village has 17-18 households producing vermicelli, a sharp decline from the more than 100 vermicelli workshops in previous years. (Photo: Van Chi/VNA)

The Cu Da communal house (Dinh Vat) is a famous site known for its ancient, simple beauty. (Photo: Van Chi/VNA)

The year of construction is engraved above the gates of some houses. (Photo: Van Chi/VNA)

With a history spanning over 400 years, Cu Da is believed to have been established by wealthy families during the Trinh Lords era, who settled here to establish a livelihood and build their lives. (Photo: Van Chi/VNA)

Located on the bank of the Nhue River, Cu Da has enjoyed convenient trade routes, creating a good condition for a prosperous community and the construction of many large-scale buildings. (Photo: Van Chi/VNA)