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Hilly hidden gem

Nestled in the northwest of Sơn La Province, Ngọc Chiến is a charming commune that is just begging to be explored. Combines scenic beauty, cultural diversity, friendly locals and life-changing adventures, this is the ideal place for those looking for a genuine and environmentally friendly getaway in this captivating region of Việt Nam.
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Spring colours in the flowers

Every spring, the hillsides and mountain slopes in the highlands of Mù Cang Chải district become pink with prunus cerasoides flowers. The shimmering clusters blooming in the sunlight create a beautiful natural picture-perfect moment.
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An escape in time

A night tour highlighting the ancient architecture of the National Relic Site Ngọc Sơn Temple, on Hoàn Kiếm Lake, in downtown Hà Nội, has been launched. The show is an historical snapshot blended with modern lighting and sound effects.
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Pang Cáng, a happy village in the clouds

Viewed from above, Pang Cáng resembles a watercolour painting. Among the ancient tea hills and drifting white clouds atop the mountains, traditional Mông-style houses, constructed primarily from wood, dot the landscape.
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Reviving tourism

Việt Nam has welcomed many more foreign tourists in the past few months, especially during the Lunar New Year. Most of the tourists enjoy local culture and food, and of course, the friendly welcome they get from locals. A boom in tourism is also good news for restaurants and other companies in the sector.
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World yacht race to arrive in Quảng Ninh

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will make a stop in Vietnam when the eleven strong fleet sails to Hạ Long city, the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh, home to UNESCO heritage site Hạ Long Bay from Australia’s Queensland from February 21-26.

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