On a 3D map, Hanoi looks as small as a toy but still retains its unique appeal.
Diadiem.com is a website which helps people find their way in cities with dozens of online maps of many provinces and cities of Vietnam. Applying the software of digital maps, diadiem.com not only assists users to find easily the exact address and the way to get there but also help economic sectors, organizations and individuals to find each other through various information provided already on the site without meeting any intermediaries.
Beside drawn maps and maps seen from the satellite, diadiem.com has recently provided another service of seeing 3D maps of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. In the 3D maps, the image of streets and large buildings are the imitation of the reality, helping users to visualize the addresses they are concerned.
Some images of Hanoi in 3D maps of diadiem.com
Sword Lake is vividly portrayed on the 3D map. The Post Office and the statue of Emperor Ly Thai To can be seen beside the lake.
The area around Ba Dinh Square with buildings such as the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, the National Assembly, the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, etc. is displayed in detail. In the picture, we even can see the image of the future new National Assembly building.
One-pillar Pagoda, one of the symbols of Hanoi also appears in the map though it is quite small.
From this point, we can even feel the poetic atmosphere of Thanh Nien Street, which lies between West Lake and Truc Bach Lake
Long Bien Bridge and Red River are displayed simply on the 3D map. The blue water of the river looks rather strange.
The Old Quarter with the focus on the 3 arches of Dong Xuan Market
Not far from the Old Quarter are modern high-rise buildings such as Hanoi Tower and Melia Hotel.
The Botanical Garden is so green with diverse trees and grass.
Another “green lung” of the capital is Thong Nhat (Unification) Park.
The modern Thang Long Avenue with many lanes can also be seen on the 3D map.
