1 A few prominent features about the Rabbit bookstore
Hidden in a small alley on Dinh Le book Street (Hoan Kiem District), the Rabbit Bookstore is over 30 years old and is now a familiar destination for young people in Hanoi as well as old believers.
The entrance of the Rabbit bookstore is quite simple and deep in the alley. Photo: Vietnamnet
Located on the 2nd floor of a simple collective area, the Rabbit bookstore is not expected to be the beginning of the shape of the busy city of Dinh Le book like today. Although this small alley is in the middle of the bustling street, just entering the store, all the noise of the city seems to disappear, giving way to the peaceful space, a place to find a little quiet in the rhythm Live hustle.
Every early morning, there are many students coming here to find and read books. Photo: Vietnamnet
According to the synthesis of the travel guide, the Rabbit bookstore was founded by Mr. Le Luy, a teacher, and Ms. Pham Thi Mao, who worked in the book publishing industry. In 1990, when grandparents retired, life faced many difficulties with meager pension. Since then, grandparents have borrowed an old trolley, arranged about 20 books and went for a walk. In 1993, they opened a small bookstore in the alley. Initially, because it was hidden in the alley, Mr. Luy often prescribed the chair at the top of the road to attract passersby, gradually creating a loyal number of patrons.
The staircase imprints the time leading to the 2nd floor area of the bookstore. Photo: Vietnamnet
Before Mrs. Mao died, she left her wish for her daughter Le Ngoc Anh: Preserving and developing a bookstore. Listening to her mother, Ms. Ngoc Anh renovated the space of the shop, making this place a place not only selling books but also a place for people to gather, enjoy books and relax. The small attic is arranged with more tables and chairs, selling more drinking water to welcome lovely believers, and especially guests can sit and read all day without being charged.
The board recorded the words of Mrs. Mao before she died. Photo: Vietnamnet
2 The space of the bookstore
Today, the Rabbit Bookstore is an address not to be missed for those who love the ancient and ancient Hanoi space. The peaceful space, bringing a sense of relaxation like lost in another world, where books stretches everywhere. The bookshelves are filled with soaring shelves, attracting those who claim, making them spend all day to explore without tirelessly.
The maxims about books are depicted on wooden pieces hanging throughout the Rabbit bookstore. Photo: Tienphong
Although the area is not too wide, the Rabbit bookstore is divided into two floors, each floor has a distinct look. On weekends, this place attracts a large number of visitors, from the elders to young people of the Z.
Colorful space, the blue staircase of the bookstore also makes a difference. Photo: VnExpress
The main space of the bookstore features a spiral staircase, leading to full book shelves. After Mrs. Mao died, this space was refurbished, retaining the ancient but no less modern, creating a comfortable space for guests to enjoy books.
The second floor of the bookstore has an area for guests to read and relax, and provide light drinks so that people can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere here. The balcony area of the bookstore opens a beautiful perspective to Trang Tien street, giving readers a relaxing experience in the heart of Hanoi bustling.
The balcony area of the bookstore 1 has a view of Trang Tien street. Photo: VnExpress
3 What is special about the Rabbit bookstore?
The Rabbit Bookstore is a familiar name to the people of Hanoi, which has made a mark in the hearts of readers for more than three decades. With an ancient and modern space, this place is not only a place to send knowledge but also a favorite destination for those who are passionate about exploring Hanoi culture through each page. So, what makes the Rabbit bookstore so special? Let Vietnamtravelio find out the differences that make up the unique attraction of this place.
3.1 Experience the old Hanoi space
The Rabbit Bookstore is not only a book shop, but has become a special destination for book lovers and loving old Hanoi space. Here, you can feel the traditional atmosphere of the capital through each bookshelf, every small corner, reviving the image of a peaceful and old Hanoi.
Experience and feel the old Hanoi space through the design of spiral stairs. Photo: Vietnamnet
3.2 There are a variety of foreign books
A customer who is looking for Japanese books at foreign bookshelves is a clear testament to the abundance of the books here. Starting from the early 1990s, Ms. Mao – the founder of a bookstore – started with a small book car in front of the Hanoi Post Office. After three years of accumulating, she expanded her business, bought a 18m² house in Dinh Le dormitory, and has since developed into a famous bookstore. Ms. Mao, with the ability to appraise exquisite books and understand the tastes of reading books of Hanoi people, brought about unique books, loved by many readers.
With the variety of books, the Rabbit Bookstore is the ideal place for students. Photo: Vietnamnet
The Bookstore now has an area of more than 200m², divided into 5 stalls, with each book area clearly classified, easy for readers to search. Readers can find all kinds of genres, from Vietnamese literature, foreign literature, children’s books, to books on life skills or books about Hanoi. In particular, many publications printed and released by the Rabbit bookstore themselves, such as “Thang Long Thi Van Tuyen”, “Almanach – World civilization”, or “Wild Awes. “are unique books, only here.
Each bookshelf will be the genre of note and glued to the cabinet in a very traditional way. Photo: Vietnamnet
3.3 A miniature “modern” bookstore
The space of the Rabbit bookstore is divided into separate theme areas, with specific instructions for readers to easily look up and find books. This is also the place where you can explore rare books, have a long -standing age, or publications no longer published.
The books are neatly arranged as well as clearly divided, easy to find. Photo: VnExpress
3.4 Turns into a homestay
Starting in December 2024, the Almanach Homestay House 1 and 2 were opened at 5 Dinh Le, becoming a new part in the space of the Rabbit bookstore. This homestay attracts attention thanks to room space with thousands of books. This house used to be a bookstore, now transformed into a resort, giving visitors a unique experience. Each room has an area of about 40m², the rental price of 1.1 million VND per night.
The sofa set is the main highlight for this homestay with a whole space. Photo: VnExpress
Although the book is mainly used for decoration, tenants can still borrow books from the main space of the bookstore to read. Homestay is also equipped with full amenities such as wifi, washing machines, and closed toilets, but there is no TV – because this is a place for you to immerse yourself in the world of the book.
In the room is also equipped with a long table and chairs for your group to read books in private space. Photo: VnExpress
3.5 Unique checking space – in
The Rabbit Bookstore is not only a paradise for believers but also a favorite destination for young people who want to find a new check-in space. With a space filled with books, just posing with the bookshelves and you can own a beautiful picture, bold Hanoi culture.
The Rabbit Bookstore is also the favorite photography destination for young people on a unique spiral staircase. Photo: hahalolo
4 What do customers say about this bookstore?
– Hai Ninh (born in 2001) was invited by my friend to the Rabbit bookstore, this is the first time I have come here. “I prefer to read paper books rather than listening to books or reading by phone. Flip each page of rough paper and then sniffing the smell of books makes me feel more excited. Sometimes when you go to the bookstore, I don’t intend to buy any books so I want to want Sitting and reading a few pages like that, so I choose here, I feel very comfortable, “the young female customer shared.
Hai Ninh is a student who often comes here to read. Photo: Vietnamnet
– Mr. Vu (manager of the Rabbit bookstore, working here for 8 years) shared, when he was a student, did the graduation thesis, please come here to ask grandparents to read “thanks” to find the test materials and Agree immediately.
The manager has been with a long time with the Rabbit bookstore. Photo: Vietnamnet
When he graduated, he was invited to work by two people. Willing to love books and love grandparents, he has accepted and worked all the time. In addition to book trading, the family also renovates this place into a reading point, stop for book lovers, very useful for society. “I know there are many job opportunities out there but finding a peaceful place, sticking to books like this is indeed nothing more precious,” Vu said.
Hopefully, with the above synthesis, you have a more general view of the Rabbit bookstore. With more than 30 years of age, this place will contain many unique things, different long -standing values. So, if you have the opportunity to travel to Hanoi, you definitely visit the Rabbit bookstore once to have the most true feelings.
