Trang Tien Plaza, Hanoi

Trang Tien Plaza is a major shopping center located in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi. It occupies the former site of the Hanoi General Department Store, near the Hanoi Post Office, and has a view of Hoan Kiem Lake. Trang Tien Plaza is not just one of the city's biggest and most upscale malls, but it's also a key landmark. The building, which showcases sophisticated French architectural design, reflects the refined culture of Vietnam's capital. It features over 215,000 square feet of space, which includes offices, retail stores, and various dining and cafe options.

The origins of this esteemed shopping destination trace back to 1953, when the French government sold what was known as Maison Godard to international businesses, renaming it Grands Magasins Reunis. By 1959, it was renamed again to the General Department Store of Hanoi City, selling items such as textiles, clothes, bicycles, and their parts. In 1993, the Vietnamese government acquired it, but the state-run business closed on September 29, 1995.

Construction of the new complex began on April 30, 2000, commemorating the 25th anniversary of South Vietnam's liberation, and was completed in 18 months by another state enterprise. This led to the opening of the modern Trang Tien Plaza, which provides a wide range of products, from everyday items to luxury goods. By 2005, thanks to substantial investments from IMEX PAN Pacific Group, it became the nation’s premier luxury shopping destination.

Today, Trang Tien Plaza hosts over 200 global brands including Rolex, Burberry, and Zegna. The first floor features top-tier brands like Louis Vuitton and Cartier, while the second floor offers labels such as Versace and Dior. The third floor focuses on jewelry and beauty products, the fourth floor caters to men's and women’s fashion and accessories, and the fifth floor includes a cinema and restaurant. The sixth floor is dedicated to home goods and children's products.