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It is a welcoming open space with greenery and fresh air, however not much inside the building

Feb 2024 • Solo

Location name on Google Maps: Thư Viện Quận Hoàn Kiếm

We chanced upon this welcoming green space when walking around the block from the St. Joseph's Cathedral. It is a welcoming open space with greenery and fresh air, a good spot to sit down on a bench and have a break from walking the bustling streets of Hanoi.

The doors were open, and I had to Google to figure out that it is a library. There wasn't anyone inside though the lights were on, and couldn't find a bathroom either.

Written 10 February 2024

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Wildcat7400

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,172 contributions

Mesmerising

Oct 2018 • Couples

We stumbled across Hoan Kiem District Library on the way to St. Joseph’s Cathedral. We didn’t know what it was as there wasn’t any signages in English. We only found out what it was after making a search on the internet. And we think the place has been abandoned as it was closed.

The building had a very Western look. The exterior walls were yellow in colour while the window shutters & front door were painted green. There was a flight of steps going up to its main door. Infront of the library, one could see some outdoor stone seats.

It could have been a perfect place to relax if the garden was well maintained. Locals & foreigners could enjoy the scenery & some may even read a book outside the library, enjoying the fresh air.

Written 7 October 2018

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