Hanoi, March 6 -- Hanoi has been named among the world's 50 most beautiful cities by the prestigious US travel magazine Conde Nast Traveler, highlighting the Vietnamese capital's enduring charm and cultural depth.

The Top 50 list is not merely a ranking for readers but also reflects the diverse experiences each city offers, from historic streets and spectacular natural landscapes to distinctive urban lifestyles.

According to the magazine, Hanoi is not a city that instantly impresses visitors with glittering boulevards or towering skyscrapers. Instead, its attraction lies in the quiet charm of tradition and history.

"Its devotion to tradition has long charmed Western travelers, who often rank it among their favorite Asian capitals for i...