Cycling to Dong Ngac Ancient Village in Hanoi

Located about 10km far from the Hanoi downtown, Dong Ngac ancient village will bring you a peaceful and quiet atmosphere, which is different from the hustle and bustle of Hanoi capital.

For tourists in general and foreign ones in particular, they have been attracted by a number of famous scholars in Dong Ngac, along with its intact architecture and typical rural atmosphere as the village has still treasured many relic sites of hundreds of years ago.

What Makes Dong Ngac Village Special?

When passing the mossy gate, you will reach the home of many famous scholars in Vietnam’s history. You can experience a completely different, quiet and quaint space of the northern countryside when cycling on the brick-paved road. So what makes Dong Ngac ancient village special is:

Royal Heritage

The village’s communal house holds an impressive collection of 45 royal decrees from Vietnamese kings, testament to its historical significance. This remarkable archive offers fascinating insights into Vietnam’s feudal period.

Natural Wonders

Ancient trees, some 500-700 years old, stand as silent guardians of the village’s heritage. These living monuments have witnessed centuries of Vietnamese history unfold.

Of course, the one day cycling outside Hanoi is highlighted with a visit to the ancient pagoda, the family temples and the communal house, which was constructed in 1653 with many trees of up to 500-700 years old. The communal house is said to possess 45 documents issued by Vietnamese kings.

Continuing cycling around the ancient village, your following stop-over is a hundred-year-old house made of ironwood. Here you will get chance to discover East-West styled houses built from 1739 to 1740. During your journey to Dong Ngac ancient village, you are welcomed at any villager’s house for taking a short rest or chatting with villagers.

Tips for Visitors

• Start early to avoid the midday heat
• Bring a camera for the photogenic architecture
• Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
• Pack water for the bicycle journey
• Show respect when visiting religious sites

At noon, you can have a delicious lunch with full of Vietnamese cuisine like spring rolls, salad, etc., invited by the hospitable local family.
On the way back to Hanoi, you can also stop at relic sites along the Red River like Chem, Nhat Tan communal house, Tay Ho temple and the villages of Nhat Tao and Lien Ngac.

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