Quang Binh caves: A bedrock of tourism
The grandiose and mysterious caves of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park have become a tourist trap for Quang Binh Province, attracting over four million visitors in the past decade. Hoang Trung Hieu reports.
Spices Garden digs up VN's northern soul
With a minimum of fuss, Spices Garden provides the maximum amount of pleasure through its sure-fire approach of offering the finest ingredients, expertly cooked and elegantly served.
Legendary director commands centre stage
But as soon as she joined the troupe, she was chosen to act as the character Cuc in the play Du Kich Thon Doi (Guerrillas at Doi Commune).
Mini Glutinous Rice Filled with Chicken
This recipe for glutinous rice filled with chicken comes from Chef Alex Zheng (Fortuna Hotel Ha Noi). Called "lo mai gai" in Chinese, the popular dim sum dish comes wrapped in fragrant lotus leaves.
A garden without a woman
The sunlight was gradually dying out and the sun hid behind a white cloud and then disappeared without leaving a trace.
‘Magic box' conjures fresh water solution
The idea for the box came to Quan's after speaking to a friend, Le Duy Hung Thinh, who had just returned from a trip to Bach Long Vi in the northern coastal province of Hai Phong.
Vietnamese lacquer art inspires Thai diplomat
Despite leading a hectic life as Thailand's Consul General in HCM City, Panpimon Suwannapongse makes sure she finds time to pursue her passion of Vietnamese lacquer art. Van Dat reports.
Youth litter collectors dispel trashy image
Every Sunday afternoon, equipped with plastic bags and gloves, about 20 members travel around the lake to collect the rubbish, some of which they recycle during the following week.
German engineer feeds lifelong ambition
A daring 45-year-old engineer decided to ditch his stable job and begin selling authentic German sausages, bread and beer on the streets of HCM City. He talks with Bo Xuan Hiep about taking risks and his love for German food.
Teed Off (May.19 2013)
Judging from the higher temperatures and daily downpours here in HCM City, it's safe to say that the rainy season has arrived and that presents a different set of obstacles for golfers in Viet Nam.
Kaleidoscope (19-05-2013)
Vietkings has asked local authorities and the press to submit information by August 15 about any person with a disability who has made extraordinary contributions to the country.
Trafficked victims get new lease on life
Trafficked victims get new lease on life

Earlier this month, 23-year-old Nguyen Chi Linh (not real name) finally got his long-awaited moment in the spotlight. He celebrated his graduation from a hospitality training programme as a security guard.

A garden without a woman
A garden without a woman

The sunlight was gradually dying out and the sun hid behind a white cloud and then disappeared without leaving a trace.

Hightlight

Tax code reforms to decipher dependents Tax code reforms to decipher dependents

People who are dependent on personal income tax payers will be given their own tax codes to avoid people lodging claims as dependents of more than one taxpayer.

Farmer-firm linkups remain elusive despite Gov't efforts Farmer-firm linkups remain elusive despite Gov't efforts

More than 10 years after the Government unveiled policies to encourage tie-ups between farmers and businesses, the proportion of farm produce sold through such contracts remains modest.

Buddha statues highlight heritage Buddha statues highlight heritage

An exhibition of Buddhist artefacts from the 11th to 20th century opened yesterday at the HCM City-based Xa Loi Pagoda.

Australian book to provide ‘limitless' inspiration Australian book to provide ‘limitless' inspiration

A book by Australian limbless victim Nick Vujicic was launched in Vietnamese yesterday.