Khánh Hòa – favourite destination of Russian tourists

Before the pandemic, Khánh Hoà was among the top destinations for Russian visitors, welcoming nearly 493,000 arrivals in 2019. After five years of stagnation, the market is rebounding strongly. In the first eight months of 2025, the province received 279,000 Russian tourists, with the number expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels by the year-end.

Path for unified, diverse culture charted at Hà Nội seminar

Cultural development in Vietnam must extend beyond preserving or reviving traditions, embracing a broader strategy that fosters shared values under the ethos of “unity in diversity”, mutual respect, and inclusive, peaceful and sustainable growth, heard a seminar in Hanoi concluded on September 30.

Hà Nội inspires award-winning architect

Two architectural works, The Grid and House of Forest by Mai Hưng Trung, are on display at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition in Venice, Italy. Trung spoke to Việt Nam News about his work and career.

Bà Đen Mountain suspends climbing, camping due to storm risks

The Management Board of Bà Đen Mountain National Tourist Area in Tây Ninh Province has announced the suspension of mountain climbing and camping activities at the Bà Đen Mountain Cultural and Historical Forest from October 1, 2025, until further notice.

Huế launches training centre for sustainable tourism practices

Funded by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) in Norway through WWF-Việt Nam, the training centre for sustainable tourism practices provides knowledge on alternatives to plastic, environmentally friendly tourism management and training methods, and tours designed to minimise plastic use for both students and local communities, and serves as a hub linking businesses, educational institutions and stakeholders to build a green tourism ecosystem in Huế.

Paris Fashion Air Vietnamese designers to the runway

With its extensive network of industry insiders, Paris Fashion Air will present the season’s most exciting shows, performances and installations, making it a must-see event for anyone interested in the latest trends and styles.

HCM City artist wins cải lương contest

Đặng Thị Thùy Dương of HCM City won first prize at the 20th Chuông Vàng Vọng Cổ (Golden Bell) Awards, an annual cải lương (reformed opera) competition launched by HCM City Television (HTV).

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