Hanoi’s longest pedestrian street officially opens

Four kilometers in length, the pedestrian street along To Lich River in the southwest of Hanoi is the longest of its kind in the capital.

After three months of construction, the pedestrian street is now completed and has been warmly welcomed by local residents (Photo: VNA)

The pedestrian street is part of a project to expand Lang street in Dong Da district and reduce traffic congestion, especially during peak hours, and provide a new space for people to exercise and relax (Photo: VNA)

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Only pedestrians and bicycles are allowed on the street (Photo: VNA)

It is expected to create a clean and beautiful urban landscape in the area, which has seen a number of new buildings in recent years (Photo: VNA)

Iron fences are placed at ends of the streets to prevent motorcycles to enter (Photo: VNA)

(Photo: VNA)

(Photo: VNA)

One side is for growing trees, plants and flowers for a green and nice view, while the other side, next to the river, has a handrail for safety (Photo: VNA)

(Photo: VNA)

(Photo: VNA)

(Photo: VNA)

It is expected to create a clean and beautiful urban landscape in the area, which has seen a number of new buildings in recent years (Photo: VNA)

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