Việt Nam News

About 20,000 music lovers flocked to Lâm Viên Square in Đà Lạt City in the central province of Lâm Đồng to swing to hits by musical legends Boney M, Joy Band and Samantha Fox during the Dalat Spring Concert 2024.

Việt Nam subsidy period between 1964 and 1975 (in the north) and 1975 and 1986 (in the whole country), was marked by hardships. But it's a time fondly remembered for strong family values and community spirit. Preserving and honouring these traditions, Đảo Ngọc of Trúc Bạch Ward, Ba Đình District has been transformed into a street museum from this particular period, evoking nostalgic feelings for many.

Norwegian-Vietnamese Painter Hồng Đức Thanh has spent many years painting on porcelain. He has inspired many young people with his style – a combination of Chinese, German and American.

The Xên Đông festival, known as the forest worship ritual, of the Thái residing in Nghĩa Lộ Town in the northern province of Yên Bái, has been recognised as a national intangible cultural heritage.

The military is not only the cradle of talented commanders but also nurtures the soul and talent of "soldier-artists."

Under the baton of principal conductor Tetsuji Honna, the concert will feature popular and traditional Christmas songs like 'We Wish You A Merry Christmas' and 'Jingle Bells'.

The coastal province of Kiên Giang has released a book set about its geography and history from the 17th century to 2015.

To achieve its the set goal, Phú Quốc is intensifying its tourism promotion through various methods to enhance the image of the "Pearl Island," highlight unique traditional products while also showcasing the local history and rich cultural heritage to attract both domestic and foreign holiday-makers.

Holy Forest, a forest of Christmas trees, is set up at a Christmas festival called Merry Drew Festi, which opens today in Thủ Đức City.

A special art programme featuring Vietnamese history will be offered by artists of HCM City this weekend. 

The HCM City Department of Information and Communication is holding a book week at HCM City Book Street to commemorate the 80th founding anniversary of the Việt Nam People's Army (VPA) (December 22, 1944 - 2024) and the 35th anniversary of the All People’s Defence Festival (December 22, 1989 - 2024).

The exhibition praising the glorious achievements and the renowned generals of the heroic Vietnam People's Army is taking place at the head office of Nhân Dân (People) Newspaper, located on 71 Hàng Trống Street, Hà Nội.

Việt Nam has secured the 36th position in the ranking of the 40 most beautiful countries in 2024 in a testament to its undeniable charm and appeal, according to US News & World Report.

PYS Travel launches the first luxury railway journey across Việt Nam named Sjourney, marking a new milestone in railway tourism.

The ancient town of Hội An is recognised as one of the most favourite destinations and a leading unique indigenous cultural experience, a well-preserved world heritage site in central Việt Nam.

Networking group C asean Vietnam successfully organised a roundtable meeting involving top chefs and restaurant owners to discuss the future of Việtnamese cuisine.

There was also the very Hanoian Christmas tradition known as ‘The Twelve Hơis of Christmas,’ where an inordinate number of Santa-clad revelers join up to visit predetermined Bia Hơis and enjoy freshly brewed local beer.

After two years serving as Australian Ambassador to Việt Nam, Andrew Goledzinowski is leaving his position to return to his homeland. Before his departure, he has written a farewell piece for Viêt Nam News.