A special edition of Truyện Kiều (The Tale of Kiều), crafted with traditional mother-of-pearl inlay, has been introduced for readers who cherish both poetry and artisanal Vietnamese craftsmanship.

The West Lake Water Park, Hà Nội's first aquatic entertainment complex, has officially opened, promising a colourful festival space combining entertainment, art and interactive experiences for visitors this summer.

Theodore M. Hammett was a supply officer in Việt Nam in 1968–1969 and authored Entwined with Vietnam. This piece originally appeared on Substack at: oldfartted.substack.com and has been edited by Việt Nam News for space in print with author's approval

At 40 Lãn Ông Street, visitors can learn about dó paper and medicinal tea.

Hải Phòng City, and Quảng Ninh and Bắc Ninh provinces will jointly develop integrated tourism product chains to maximise their respective strengths, diversify offerings and create new, high-quality tourism products.

Many traditional folk games once faced the risk of disappearing amid modern life and new forms of entertainment. However, joint efforts by the Government, the cultural sector and communities are reviving them, helping preserve cultural identity and strengthen community bonds.

The traditional “golden holiday” is no longer mainly about travelling long distances or visiting popular destinations for check-ins. Instead, many travellers are choosing trips that better match their personal needs, favouring convenient, flexible and all-in-one travel experiences.

Held annually since 2007 under the theme “My Country”, the event celebrates cultural diversity and fosters solidarity among international students studying at the university. This year’s festival drew the participation of 15 representatives from embassies in Russia, along with a large number of students from countries, including Việt Nam, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Haiti.

Ever wondered what lies beneath the waves of Việt Nam’s beautiful coastline? In the coastal city of Nha Trang, Khánh Hòa Province, the Museum of Oceanography offers visitors a chance to explore marine life up close.