Au Co Street

Au Co Street was previously part of the Red River dyke, stretching from the Nhat Tan T-junction to Yen Phu Street, measuring approximately 3 kilometers in length. It traverses several historic precincts including Nhat Tan, Quang Ba, and Tu Lien. In 1999, it was named after Au Co, the legendary mother of Vietnamese civilization.

The mentioned precincts have been renowned for their floriculture for generations. On Au Co Street, there is a famous flower market that operates exclusively during the night, continuing into the early morning hours. To purchase fresh blooms, visitors should arrive by 4 a.m.; arriving any later results in only wilted flowers to choose from.

Another highlight of Au Co Street is the celebrated Nhat Tan Tet flower market. In addition to the quintessential flowers and trees associated with the Vietnamese Tet holiday, such as peach blossoms, apricot blossoms, and kumquat trees, the market offers a diverse selection of other types including pomelo trees, Canh orange trees, orchids, roses, and daisies among many others.

Along Au Co Street, there are numerous historically significant monuments. These include the Nhat Tan communal house within the Nhat Tan precinct, the communal house honoring the national hero Phung Hung in the Quang Ba precinct, and Van Ngoc pagoda located in Tu Lien village.

In addition to its historical significance, Au Co Street also showcases modernity. The two sides of the street feature numerous multi-story buildings, restaurants, and coffee shops, reflecting a vibrant contemporary atmosphere.