Entertainment areas in Hanoi deserted as COVID-19 fears grip capital
(VOVWORLD) - Many popular places in the capital city of Hanoi have closed, whilst others are becoming increasingly quiet as a result of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) fears.
 Many of the famous tourist attractions in the city have been left deserted due to the novel coronavirus. |
 Both local people and tourists are reducing the amount of time they gather together in crowds to prevent the spread of the COVID-19. |
 As the epidemic is spreading far and wide, many people choose to stay at home instead of going to mass public gatherings. |
 Wandering around Hoan Kiem lake - a famous tourist attraction in the capital city, people are aware of wearing face masks to protect themselves and the community. |
 Unlike previous months, many famous locations around the capital now become deserted. |
 The majority of the small coffee houses situated in front of St. Josephs Cathedral are far quieter in comparison to normal times. |
 Local authorities have ordered a temporary closure of bars, karaoke spots, discos, massage parlours, movie theatres, and all art performances until the end of March. |
 This has forced a large number of restaurants on Ta Hien street – a popular place for foreign gatherings in Hanoi downtown - to halt operation due to the COVID-19 fears. |
 Although some coffee shops are permitted to remain open, they are deserted. |
 Likewise, many bookstores have no customers despite offering large discounts. |
 Foreign arrivals have been made aware of the need to wear face masks during their trip to Vietnam. |
 At present there have been 57 positive cases of the COVID-19 detected in the nation, with 16 of them making a full recovery. |
 The capital has detected nine positive COVID-19 cases, mainly from two separate flights departing from the UK. |