Hà Nội begins construction on cultural industry centre

VietnamNews - Oct 8, 2026

The project, located at 17 Nguyễn Thiện Thuật Street and 40 Thanh Hà Street, covers a total area of about 3,862sq.m and is expected to create a new multifunctional cultural and creative space in the heart of Hà Nội’s Old Quarter.

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