Hanoi is piloting the preservation of the Old Quarter through a project to restore Ta Hien Street.
The VND15-billion (USD717,703) will restore 52-metre Ta Hien Street, where most structures were built early 20th century, using French and traditional Vietnamese architectural styles.
The project will be a sort of trial run for a larger programme to restore the Old Quarter. The programme is a joint effort between Hanoi and the city of Toulouse, France.
The Hanoi Old Quarter Management Board will restore building facades as well as public infrastructure on the street. Residents on this street will even get new furniture. To date, restoration on three homes has been completed.
The restoration project to cost VND15 billion
A loft is set up at Ta Hien-Luong Ngoc Quyen
10 houses with sloping roofs, in the french style
The opposite side of the street, buildings in traditional Vietnamese style
Main doors, roofs and windows will be upgraded, along with the street, water and lighting systems
Restoration agreements
Intersection of Ta Hien-Luong Ngoc Luyen
Loft gives access to upper floors
Restoration takes into account original design
Ta Hien Street
Life goes on as usual
Windows have same design, but with new Inox locks
Trial run for a programme of cooperation
Soon to be upgraded
Visitors drink beer underneath the construction site
New sign for a shop
