The Hanoi Department of Tourism has released a directive to travel agencies, directing them to halt tours to the city's famous 'Train Street.' This action is intended to protect tourists and uphold public order in areas where cafes are situated near active railway lines.

'Train Street' is a narrow railway passage that stretches roughly two kilometers, linking Le Duan, Tran Phu, Cua Dong, and Phung Hung streets in Hanoi's Old Quarter.

It has garnered international interest due to its distinctive environment, where trains pass just inches from homes and cafes, drawing in many tourists eager for unique photo opportunities.

The approximately 300-meter stretch from Tran Phu to Phung Hung, often referred to as the 'new train street coffee,' is especially favored by foreign visitors.

Here, guests can sip drinks while watching trains pass at close range.

However, despite its popularity, the area presents considerable safety risks.

Tourists often gather along the railway path and sometimes intrude onto the tracks, heightening the potential for accidents.

In response, local authorities have previously sought to impose fines on businesses that violate railway safety standards.

The new directive not only bans the organization of tours to 'Train Street' but also requires travel agencies to inform their staff about the possible dangers linked to these locations.

Moreover, relevant authorities are encouraged to work together proactively to identify, prevent, and address violations swiftly.

This initiative reflects Hanoi's ongoing efforts to reconcile the city's tourism appeal with the crucial need to ensure public safety and maintain order.