is hanoi as busy as hcmc, Which is better for traveling, Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh?

Is Hanoi as prosperous as Ho Chi Minh City?

Compared to its notable rival, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is one of the most bustling cities in Vietnam, with its flourishing economy attributed to large numbers of people, thriving commerce, and a bustling traffic scene. Hanoi, although also one of Vietnam's major urban hubs, lays aside its share of busyness to a purposely slow-paced, more traditional lifestyle. That said, "busy" is subjective; it depends on the things one chooses to compare-whether it be traffic or people or economic activities. They enjoy an individual charm and are busy in their distinctive right.

Hanoi is purportedly less congested than HCMC, with respect to the population density and commercial activities. They can be weighed against each other in the following terms:

1. Population Density: Hanoi has a less congested population when compared to HCMC. Based on the latest 2020 census figures, Hanoi's total population was about 4,679,853 people versus around 7,569,827 people in HCMC. The reason for this situation is mainly due to its smaller area and concentration of urban forms.

2. Commercial Activity: Although both cities have their respective industries and sectors, Hanoi is commonly taken as a less economically important city in comparison to HCMC. Hanoi has far more industrial parks, logistics centers, and manufacturing plants, which support various sectors like electronics, machinery, and textiles, while Ho Chi Minh City is known for its bustling tourism, financial services, and international trade, focusing on finance, real estate, and telecommunications such.