Viet Tri is a city in Phu Tho province located only about 90km from Hanoi. Therefore, this place is very convenient for tourists to have fun, visit, and relax on weekends. If you have limited time and want to find a vacation location not too far from the capital, you can choose this location!
Main gate of Hung Temple historical relic site
Coming to this place, tourists will feel overwhelmed by the vast and majestic primeval mountains and forests with 150 species of herbs and large trees such as: game, thien tue, pine, banyan… The most suitable time for tourists from all over to visit Hung Temple at the beginning of the year when the weather is cool. In particular, every year, Hung Temple is also the place to hold the Hung King’s Commemoration Ceremony on March 10 (lunar calendar) to help the Vietnamese people return to their roots according to the principle “when drinking water, remember the source”.
The bas-relief depicts the scene of offering incense on the anniversary of the Patriarch’s death
Hung Temple has many pure Vietnamese architectural works
Spacious and airy space at Hung Temple
2. Food street
The food street has long been considered a “culinary paradise” with many diverse dishes that captivate diners. The street is located in Nong Trang ward, Viet Tri city, Phu Tho province. The location is very easy to find, so visitors just need to check Google map or ask local people to quickly find a good restaurant.
Food street has many delicious restaurants and eateries
Coming to the food street, you can find dishes that represent the identity of the ancestral land in particular and all regions of the country in general. This place has dining models ranging from luxurious and expensive restaurants to sidewalk shops suitable for watching the streets with friends to meet the diverse needs of tourists.
Snail hotpot at Chin Beo restaurant on Nguyen Du street
Some options that many tourists love to choose are: dipped buffalo hotpot, sour bamboo shoot frog hotpot, Hue beef noodle soup, snail hotpot, dinosaur hotpot… All prices are clearly listed so tourists are completely satisfied. Don’t worry about price gouging or price pressure.
3. Hung Vuong Museum
Hung Vuong Museum is located right in the center of Viet Tri and is considered a place to preserve the vivid history of the land of Hung King’s ancestors. The project is designed on a large scale based on the architecture of stilt houses in the Northern region combined with ancient Dong Son culture. All have created a highlight that is both modern and carries traditional values in the heart of the beautiful city.
Hung Vuong Museum in the center of Viet Tri city
At the museum, there are over 12,000 original artifacts clearly showing the formation and development process of Phu Tho from early times to the present. The overall space is divided into 3 main parts. Part 1 includes artifacts simulating the natural beauty, geographical location, and spiritual culture of the people of the Midlands through the periods: early history, prehistory, Northern domination, resistance to foreign invasion, and the period of innovation. . Part 2 is a dynamic topic, introducing the political tasks of the province, the country, and major holidays. Part 3 displays a series of war artifacts such as airplanes, warships, tanks… outdoors.
Tank artifacts displayed at the museum
Aircraft artifacts used in the resistance war against invasion
4. Van Lang Park
Van Lang Park is an address that attracts a large number of tourists to have fun when coming to Viet Tri. It is not an exaggeration to compare the park to the heart of the whole city. Standing out in the middle of the calm lake surface is the groom’s cocoon pavilion with a brilliant golden color that recreates the ancient scene of a princess choosing a husband. Thanks to the spacious and airy space, this place is a familiar place for people to jog, cycle, and exercise every day.
Van Lang Park peacefully welcomes a new day
If in the morning the park looks poetic and romantic, in the evening this place takes on a “splendid” appearance with countless sparkling colors. Along the road, there are many carts and street vendors selling attractive snacks and drinks. That’s why in the evening this is where young people often come to have fun and gather. Sitting at a roadside restaurant, one side is a sparkling park with bright lights, the other is a bustling street with bustling traffic will definitely leave you with unforgettable memories.
Van Lang Park is brilliant at night
5. Minh Phuong Market
The way to best understand the characteristics of a region is to visit the main markets, so don’t miss Minh Phuong market! The market is only open in the afternoon and is most crowded between 5 and 7 o’clock. If in Hanoi there is Nha Xanh market specializing in selling cheap clothes, shoes… then in Viet Tri there is Minh Phuong market. Coming here, you can also enjoy many attractive street-style snacks that are commonly sold.
Minh Phuong Market is bustling with people
Cheap market of Viet Tri city
6. Hung Vuong Square
Hung Vuong Square is located right next to National Highway 1A with spacious and airy space. Thanks to the advantage of being located in the center of the city, this is a familiar place that is favored to be chosen to host the country’s major national ceremonies such as: Hung Temple ceremony, Ancestral death anniversary… The entire yard is paved with stone. Natural and decorative green trees create aesthetic highlights in the heart of the city. At night, the square becomes more brilliant with sparkling lights reflecting from Vincom and Muong Thanh hotel. In addition, the most beautiful time here is during festivals when people from all over the country rush in, creating an extremely joyful and bustling scene.
Hung Vuong Square is located in the center of Viet Tri city
Viet Tri is not a very vibrant and bustling city, but it is enough to satisfy those who want to find a vacation destination that harmoniously converges the elements: cheap dining, exploring history, visiting historical relics. spirit and gentle stroll. Therefore, if you have the opportunity, don’t forget to note this address to experience on your next trip!