Hanoi Museum

The Museum of Hanoi (Vietnamese: Bảo tàng Hà Nội) is located in Nam Từ Liêm district of Hanoi, Vietnam. The museum displays artifacts from Hanoi's 1000-year history and the history, culture, heritage, and architecture of Vietnam. It showcases over 50,000 artifacts in a total area of nearly 54,000 square meters.

Hanoi Museum
Metal sculpture, Hanoi Museum
Old coins, Hanoi Museum

The Hanoi museum was opened in 2010 for the Millennial Anniversary of Hanoi.

The exhibition building has an inverted pyramid shape.

Displays

The Hanoi Museum stands out as a distinctive architectural marvel, offering a captivating journey through the 1,000-year history of Hanoi and the rich tapestry of Vietnamese culture, heritage, and architecture. Its renowned design features an inverted pyramid structure and a night-light system reminiscent of a blooming lotus.

Ranked among Hanoi's finest museums, this repository houses an impressive collection of over 50,000 artifacts, encompassing an expansive area of nearly 54,000 square meters.[1] The ground floor is a treasury of copper and ceramic items, focusing on the theme of "Exemplary Antiquities of the Museum," including national treasures like the Co Loa Bronze Drum and the Thanh Mai Bell. Moving to the second floor, you'll find a dedicated exhibition space that introduces various indigenous flora and fauna, such as Ho Tay shrimp specimens, Ho Guom turtle skeletons, and iconic Hanoi flowers.

Furthermore, the museum continually hosts exhibitions showcasing invaluable artifacts, historical documents, and curated collections for visitors to explore. Within its premises, there are three main sections, with the ground floor being dedicated to the display of copper and ceramic artifacts under the theme of "Exemplary Antiquities of the Museum."

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