Over 500 photos, mainly black-and-white, depicting
the French architectural imprint on Hai Phong''s urban development are on
display in the northern port city, as part of activities celebrating
the 40th anniversary of Viet Nam''s and France''s diplomatic ties.
It''s increasingly hard to find traditional communal houses in the
capital, as modern development replaces older buildings. However, a
group of artists is fighting to preserve this architectural heritage
with an exhibition in downtown Ha Noi.
The HCM City administration should ban construction
of multi-storeyed buildings in the city''s core area to protect its
architectural heritage, architects told a seminar late last week.
A fashion show will be held by the embassy of Italy
in co-ordination with Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi hotel, featuring
designs inspired by Italian architecture.
