Sơn Tây

Sơn Tây is a district-level town in western Hanoi that mixes urban neighborhoods with traditional farming villages. It comprises eight city wards and six rural communes, hosting military installations and educational institutions across the area.

The town went through administrative changes between 1978 and 2008, moving between Hanoi control and Hà Tây Province jurisdiction. These shifts in governance shaped its current organizational structure.

The ancient village of Đường Lâm shows traditional Vietnamese building styles with houses made from laterite bricks. Walking through its narrow lanes reveals how people continue to live in ways that reflect generations of local customs.

Visitors can easily reach the town by road from Hanoi, especially those wanting to explore the mix of urban and village areas. Allow time for a leisurely visit to experience both modern neighborhoods and traditional farming communities.

The Và Temple sits on a hilltop surrounded by ironwood trees in Vân Giã hamlet and serves as a spiritual center honoring a local mountain deity. The setting draws visitors interested in rural landscapes and local religious practices.

Location: Hanoi

Elevation above the sea: 16 m

Website: https://sontay.hanoi.gov.vn

GPS coordinates: 21.13333,105.50000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:07