Hanoi is a city with a thousand years of culture and is also the capital of Vietnam. Through the years of history, Hanoi today is becoming a modern and dynamic city. However, there are still traces of an ancient Hanoi that are preserved to this day in the ancient house at 87 Ma May (Hang Buom Ward, Hoan Kiem District). The house with its ancient features is a highlight in the heart of Hanoi.
Please join author Bui Cuong Quyet in visiting this ancient house through the photo album "Hanoi: Ancient House 87 Ma May Street", to find a space that preserves the beauty of old Hanoi. The photo series was submitted by the author to the Photo and Video Contest Happy Vietnam - Happy Vietnam, organized by the Ministry of Information and Communications. 
The ancient house at 87 Ma May Street is one of the ancient houses with the typical architecture of old Hanoi. The house was built around the end of the 19th century, with a total land area of 157.6m2, with a length of 28m2, a frontage width of 5m and a back width of 6m. The house was invested in and renovated from the end of 1998, completed on October 27, 1999; as a historical mark of Hanoi 36 streets. All architectural structures, construction materials made entirely of wood, and household items are kept intact. On February 16, 2004, the house at 87 Ma May was granted a National Heritage certificate. 
The antique fan is still kept in the house.
Living space of an old Hanoi family.
Tea set, teapot and cups are kept.
Kitchen space in the ancient house at 87 Ma May.
Space to sit and drink tea.
The 70 to 75 degree inclined staircase to the upper floor is a unique architectural feature of ancient Hanoians.
The worship room is solemnly placed on the 2nd floor.
Between the 2nd floor houses there is a yard and skylight creating an environmental landscape.
There are still many ancient houses that still exist today in Hanoi. However, the ancient house at 87 Ma May has a special architecture, is preserved, and is an unforgettable part of the memories of the people here. In the past, this house was privately owned and has gone through several owners. With the sponsorship of the Toulouse City Council (France), the house has been preserved by the Old Quarter Management Board since 1999.
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