Hanoi, May 26 -- Hanoi's tourism sector continues to show strong momentum this year, recording an estimated 12.77 million visitor arrivals in the first five months, a 10.9% increase year-on-year. According to the municipal Department of Tourism, the capital welcomed approximately 3.16 million international tourists during this period, marking a year-on-year rise of 20.2%. Domestic visitors reached around 9.61 million, up 7.8%. Total tourism revenue was estimated at 51.94 trillion VND (over 2 billion USD), representing a 14.1% increase against the same period last year. The city expects to receive 15.55 million visitors in the first half, an 11.8% rise on the same period last year.
As of now, Hanoi has 3,761 tourist accommodation establishm...