Việt Nam will introduce and promote tourist destinations in three Australian cities – Perth, Sydney and Melbourne – as part of the 2017 National Tourism Promotion Program, from August 12 to 19.

Two Visitor Information and Support Centres (VISC) opened on Wednesday at Bạch Đằng Wharf Park and 23/9 Park, according to the HCM City Department of Tourism.

Panoramic views of Hoàn Kiếm Lake, a prime Old Quarter setting and an exclusive spa are just three of the many selling points that La Siesta Central boasts.

The Tam Thanh art community village in Tam Kỳ City of Quảng Nam Province has been awarded the 2017 Asian Townscape Award for its colorful murals.

photo of the day - Art underfoot

The culture week, which will go on till August 7, will feature a wide range of events such as a folk and music festival, traditional costume show, modern dance and sports dance performances as well as traditional folk sports competitions.

A series of drama plays by artists from five leading theatre in Hà Nội will be performed at the Hà Nội Opera House throughout August, following the culture ministry’s guideline to bring high quality art performances back to the noble House since last year.