Việt Nam News

Kalle Kuusava, a Finnish conductor and winner of European Conductors Competition in Oslo in 2013, will lead a concert highlighting symphonic suite Scheherazade by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov at the HCM City Opera House on March 23.

On display are 200 documents, photographs, and maps from the National Archives of Việt Nam, the Việt Nam Military History Museum, and the Naval Museum, as well as materials from archives and libraries in the United States and France.

In this ranking, Phong Nha stands out as the most budget-friendly destination in Asia, making Vietnam a top choice for those yearning for a complete adventure while still saving money this spring.

Under this initiative, Hà Nội will introduce two cultural tourism routes connecting the southern and western areas of the city. A new community-based tourism destination will be established in Mỹ Đức District, alongside the development of agricultural and rural tourism models, as well as nighttime offerings.

The plan envisions developing Mũi Né into a global tourism centre, fueling economic growth and boosting the competitiveness of tourism in both Bình Thuận Province and Việt Nam.

The exhibition, entitled Sắc Thời Gian (Colours of Time), is not just a showcase for paintings, but also a reunion between painter Đỗ Doãn Châu and three of his students: Đỗ Doãn Bằng, Trần Quốc Hùng and Doãn Hoàng Lâm.

Russia aims to facilitate entry for group travellers from Việt Nam. Meanwhile, Việt Nam has extended its visa exemption for travellers from 12 countries, including Russia, until March 14, 2028.

The festival is Việt Nam's 16th intangible cultural heritage recognised by UNESCO.

An initiative to provide free to use toilets for pedestrians and tourists is being piloted on the food streets of Trúc Bạch Ward in Hà Nội’s Ba Đình district.

HCM City has nominated a series of outstanding fine art works, including statues, reliefs, and paintings that have significantly contributed to the city’s cultural and historical landscape.

The best collections from local artists have been selected for the public display at the APEC Park – a favourite stop for tourists in the city centre.

The Mekong Art Club, one of the most popular arts clubs in HCM City, is holding an exhibition at the city Fine Arts Association to introduce new works by its members.

The Việt Nam Art Glass Museum, built in 2022, covers a space of 2,000sq.m, housing a collection of over 1,500 valuable glass and stained glass art pieces.

As an attendee myself, I can testify to that being exactly what was achieved and recommend readers check the calendar for other events such as Diwali (Festival of Lights) to come later this year.

When you ask any tourist about Việt Nam, one thing they will always remember about visiting HCM City is the heat. Ask an expat living in HCM City, and the comments about the heat are somewhat different. Mid-March to mid-May are hell on earth for heat in HCM City.

Expanding into the Middle Eastern market not only diversifies the country's tourist sources but also creates opportunities to develop premium tourism products, improve service quality, and strengthen Việt Nam's position on the global tourism map.

The Ocean BBQ & Brew Festival will gather international brands and famous chefs and brewers, offering 150 grilled dishes and 120 kinds of craft and imported beers at the Ocean Grill Village in the capital's Ocean City urban area.

Film screenings will begin on April 7 in Hồ Chí Minh City and April 21 in Hà Nội, featuring selections that revisit key historical events and the sacrifices of past generations in the fight for independence.