Uncover Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is renowned for its centuries-old architecture and vibrant culture, shaped by Southeast Asian, Chinese, and French influences. At the city's core lies the bustling Old Quarter, characterized by narrow streets historically organized by trade. Hanoi Opera House is an old theatre with French architecture and typical Gothic and Mosaic characters reflected on the door domes and the glassed room respectively. The Temple of Literature is a popular cultural and historical relic. The twin bell towers have often drawn comparison to those at Notre Dame de Paris; the architects of St. Joseph's sought to emulate its Parisian counterpart.