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The Ba Dinh District People’s Committee has announced that the Ngoc Khanh Lake area will be transformed into a pedestrian-friendly space on weekends. A lush, green oasis surrounds Ngoc Khanh Lake in Hanoi’s Ba Dinh District. Photo: Nguyen Them With a total investment of nearly VND30 billion (US$1.2 million) funded by the district, the project aims to enhance the area’s infrastructure, improve stormwater management, and boost the aesthetic appeal of the urban landscape. To create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, the district authorities plan to introduce a range of new services and amenities in the Ngoc Khanh Lake area. This includes paving roads, sidewalks, and promenades with stones, as well as increasing the number of trees to ensure a density of one tree per 5m2. Benches, trash cans, public toilets, lighting, and a pedestrian street welcome gate will also be installed. The pedestrian mall is scheduled to open before October 10, coinciding with the 70th annivers...

Bánh mì is a type of sandwich that is popular in Vietnam. It is made using a baguette as the base ingredient. The baguette was introduced to Vietnam during the colonial era and has since become a beloved part of Vietnamese cuisine. According to an article, the crusty bread, condiments, and meats used in Bánh mì are influenced by French and Chinese colonialism, while the addition of cilantro, chili, and pickles reflects the Vietnamese preference for fresh and flavorful vegetables. Traditionally, Bánh mì sandwiches consist of bread, meat, and seasonings, but nowadays, they also include vegetables. TasteAtlas, an online encyclopedia of flavors, recommends several famous Bánh mì outlets in Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, as well as in the United States and Australia. In addition to Bánh mì, the top five sandwiches in the world, as voted by experts and readers, include Tombik döner from Turkey, Shawarmas from Lebanon, Tortas from Mexico, and Lobster rolls from the US. The rankings are ba...