Inside Hanoi's most unique 130-year-old house.

Nestled amidst the bustling Ma May Street (Hanoi), the ancient house at number 87 surprises visitors with its preserved historical value. Built around the end of the 19th century, this house occupies a total land area of ​​157.6 square meters, is over 28 meters long, and has a 5-meter frontage.

The house was renovated starting in late 1998 and completed on October 27, 1999. It features a long, narrow, multi-functional design, divided into sections by courtyards.

The shop is on the outside, with no walls, opening directly onto the street to display goods. Inside, there's a separate courtyard, followed by a back room, a warehouse, and a kitchen.

Every architectural structure, building material (made entirely of wood), and even household items have been preserved in their original state. In February 2004, the Ma May ancient house was granted National Heritage status.

This is one of 14 ancient houses in Hanoi that have retained their structure almost intact and have been included in the conservation program, becoming a tourist attraction with an entrance fee of 10,000 VND per person.

Estella (wearing a blue shirt, a tourist from France) said she is passionate about classical architecture. About a week ago, she had the opportunity to visit Hoi An and was very impressed by its ancient charm. "Back in Hanoi, I searched for keywords like 'ancient houses' and 'temples' and this place was suggested. It wasn't too difficult to find. The architecture here is similar to the houses in Hoi An, very beautiful and full of cultural significance," Estella said.

Kim Giang (24 years old) visited the old house. "The house is very quiet. I've walked past Ma May street many times, but this is the first time I've stepped inside to explore. It feels very familiar and also full of nostalgia, like finding a peaceful place in the heart of the bustling city," Giang said.

Recently, thanks to travel experiences shared by young people, many historical tourist attractions have become known and gained public attention.

Houses with ancient architecture are becoming popular check-in spots for many young people to visit and learn about.