No space for pedestrians in Hanoi’s old quarter

June 3, 2010

VietNamNet Bridge - All pedestrians in Hanoi’s old quarter are forced to violate traffic laws.

 

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Hang Vai street’s pavement is appropriated by bamboo shops so pedestrians have to walk on the roadway.

 

How can police fine this kid, who reluctantly have to violate the rules?

 

People can’t avoid hitting others in ancient streets, which are narrow and crowded.

 

Pedestrians have to give way to motorbikes and chess players on the pavement.

 

Dinh Liet street’s pavement is used as a street tea shop.

 

There is no space for pedestrians on the pavement of Hang Bac street.

 

Hanoi Urban Environment Company’s vehicles also take the place for pedestrians.

 

Hang Bac Street.

 

Luong Ngoc Quyen street.

 

Tourists on Hang Mam street.

 

Hang Mam Street.

 

Hang Bo Street.

 

It is natural to walk on the roadway so pedestrians don’t feel uncomfortable.

 

Anh Le

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