On her recent trip to Hong Kong, Lan Ngoc not only visited famous tourist spots and enjoyed the local cuisine but also explored some unique and lesser-known places, including three streets with Vietnamese names: Haiphong Road, Hanoi Road, and Saigon Street. In the early 20th century, the Hong Kong government had a policy of naming streets after famous cities in Asia, and these three streets are a testament to the long-standing trade relationship between the special administrative region and Vietnam.

All three streets are located on the Kowloon Peninsula, with Haiphong Road being the largest and most well-known. The street is situated south of Kowloon Park in the famous Tsim Sha Tsui area, connecting Guangdong Road to the bustling Nathan Road, one of Hong Kong’s most vibrant shopping districts. From here, it’s a short walk to the Victoria Harbour.

Haiphong Road is quite wide and lined with shady, mature trees, creating a rare romantic and impressive atmosphere in the crowded city of Hong Kong. The street is bustling with shops, vehicles, and pedestrians. In addition to Kowloon Park, notable landmarks along Haiphong Road include the Fuk Tak Temple, the Kowloon Mosque and Islamic Centre, and the Haiphong Road Temporary Market, the oldest surviving temporary market in Hong Kong. Photo: Nguyen Chi

Hanoi Road is located nearby and is shorter in length, but it is easily accessible as it is right next to the exit of the Tsim Sha Tsui subway station.

Built in 1892, Hanoi Road is situated in the bustling Tsim Sha Tsui area of the Kowloon Peninsula, connecting Carnarvon Road and Mody Road. A well-known landmark on this street is The Masterpiece, a high-rise complex that houses the K11 shopping mall. Hanoi Road is relatively quiet, with office buildings, convenience stores, restaurants, and small shops lining the street. The street is only about 100 meters long but is located in one of the busiest and most vibrant areas of the city. Photo: Nguyen Chi

The smallest of the three streets, Saigon Street, is located in Yau Tsim Mong and is divided into two parts on either side of the bustling Nathan Road. Both ends of the street connect to Chi Wo Street, Parkes Street, and Ferry Street. Also known as Sai Kung in Chinese (not to be confused with the Sai Kung District in Hong Kong), this street is quite small and nestled among tall buildings. It is mostly made up of old apartment buildings, with a scattering of shops, restaurants, and hair salons. The section connecting to Nathan Road is more spacious and lively, featuring a playground for children.

During this trip, Lan Ngoc also checked in front of the Tsim Sha Tsui Police Station, a location often featured in TVB crime dramas.

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