Thanh Xuân, Urban district in southwestern Hanoi, Vietnam.
Thanh Xuân is an urban district in southwestern Hanoi that spans multiple residential zones with dense development and mixed-use areas. The district contains several major universities alongside residential blocks, commercial streets, and scattered green spaces.
The establishment of major universities in this area transformed it into an educational hub within Hanoi's expansion. These academic institutions shaped the district's infrastructure and social development over decades.
The presence of several universities shapes the district's identity as a student-oriented neighborhood where you see young people gathering in cafés and moving between classes. This academic character influences the local food scene and daily rhythms throughout the area.
The district is well connected to other parts of Hanoi through buses, taxis, and motorbikes for getting around. Most areas are accessible on foot, though traffic and crowds can be heavy during peak hours.
The Vietnam Air Force Museum here holds an extensive collection of aircraft and military artifacts spanning different eras of aviation history. Visitors can view both modern and historic planes up close.
Location: Hanoi
Website: http://thanhxuan.gov.vn
GPS coordinates: 20.99499,105.80047
Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:08
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