Việt Nam News

The novel entitled Nên Làm Gì Khi Trời Nổi Gió (What to Do When the Wind Blows) has earned its author, Đặng Văn Giàu (pen name Giai Du), the first prize at the first-ever Kim Đồng Literature Awards.

With the unique concept of travelling the country through traditional music, the album takes listeners on a journey across Vietnam’s beautiful landscapes, immersing them in vibrant traditional festivals, retelling heroic tales of the nation’s history, showcasing local specialties, and reflecting the spirit and love of the modern Vietnamese people.

Valdés not only shines on the stage with her top-notch technical skills, expressionism and artistry, but she's also driving the BNC to continue the artistic heritage left behind by Alicia Alonso.

Việt Nam is actively embracing sustainable tourism, recognising it not merely as a choice but as a holistic development strategy, where every journey is not just about enjoyment, but also about making a meaningful contribution.

The event, organised by the VNUFA, featured nearly 40 presentations from Vietnamese and foreign participants, including those from Russia, France, and Japan.

This reimagined gallery not only presents artefacts in a more structured and thematic layout, but also incorporates 3D visual storytelling to enhance audience engagement. The addition of film installations offers visitors a more vivid and immersive understanding of the objects on display.

To run until July 13, the Đa dạng sắc màu côn trùng Việt Nam (The Diversity of Vietnamese Insects) exhibition at the Đà Nẵng Museum features hundreds of rare insect specimens, aiming to spotlight the diversity and uniqueness of the country’s endemic insects.

A noticeable evolution in traveller awareness, preferences and priorities, in which traveling more sustainably remains important for most Vietnamese travelers, was found at the 10th edition of its annual Travel & Sustainability Report recently released by Booking.com.

Ambassadors, Consuls General, along with staff and their families, joined traditional sports and cultural activities of Southeast Asia and performances bearing regional identity, thus contributing to strengthening unity and the ASEAN community spirit in New York.

A standout feature this year is “Manga Fest 2025”, showcasing celebrated comic titles and also offering author meet-and-greets, cosplay performances, and other interactive activities.

The programme featured a range of activities, including group practice sessions of the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), Vietnamese–Indian cultural performances, a commemorative flag handover ceremony for clubs, and a beach clean-up to help protect the marine environment.

Jointly organised by the Đà Nẵng Union of Friendship Organisations, the Việt Nam-India Friendship Association in Đà Nẵng, and the Indian Embassy in Việt Nam at Tiên Sơn Sports Arena, the event also aimed to foster friendship between Việt Nam, India, and other countries.

The specialty from Võ Quế District is considered to be especially beloved, as it is popular among both locals and diners from other parts of Việt Nam

The cải lương (reformed theatre) stage in HCM City is enjoying a vibrant resurgence as a wave of newly restaged classical operas draws large audiences back to the theatre.

In tourism, the name of a place may evolve, but the essence of a destination remains. Besides, the landmarks still exist on the tourism map, even if they fall under a new administrative name, said a leader of the Việt Nam Tourism Association.

Việt Nam’s ancient legends are retold through lyrics and music in a newly released album by songwriter Hoài An.

A quick search for “Việt Nam is calling” on TikTok reveals a myriad of clips capturing the excitement of visitors setting off for Việt Nam, with short videos showing tourists holding their passports, wheeling their suitcases through airports or exploring Việt Nam's scenic landscapes, diverse cuisine and unique culture - all set to upbeat, catchy soundtracks.

Hạ Long, Hội An and Sa Pa are three Vietnamese localities recommended to tourists in an article titled 'Top 15 Southeast Asia tourist destinations -- why it's worth a visit' by Gulf News.