Events marking International Yoga Day

Thousands of yoga enthusiasts have joined mass performances of yoga in over 35 cities and provinces in Việt Nam between June 18 and 25. The event is to celebrate International Yoga Day to be held on June 21. The 9th edition of its kind helps shed light on the importance of psychological and physical wellness in today’s world.

Quảng Nam beach tourism potential

Quảng Nam Province is working around the clock to make sure they can tap into tourism potential. They want to make sure all the correct infrastructure is in place and staff properly trained to welcome international visitors.

Towards International Standards of care

By providing skilled health staff and advanced diagnostic technologies, an international clinic can enhance diagnostic accuracy, thus guiding physicians towards targeted and effective treatments.

Driftwood sculpture pieces go on display in Germany

A 20-driftwood sculpture collection will go on installation at the Hội An Garden in  Wernigerode, the twin town of Hội An, in Germany, during the third ‘lantern festival’ in Wernigerode on August 24-27 in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the friendship of the two cities (2013-2023) and promoting ‘green’ growth co-operation of the two cities.

Stamp of approval for HCM City Post Office

HCM City Central Post Office in District 1 was named among the top 11 most beautiful post offices around the world, as compiled by Architectural Digest magazine of the United States, ranking second on the list. The office is a popular tourist attraction, beloved due to its unique architecture

Australia, Italy wow spectators at fireworks fest

Australia and Italy showed off their fireworks during Chasing Your Dreams – the topic of the third night – at the Đà Nẵng International Fireworks Festival with breathtaking performances along the Hàn River on June 17.

Huế celebrates UNESCO heritage recognition

This year is the 30th anniversary of UNESCO recognition of the Complex of Huế Monuments as a site of world cultural heritage and the 20th anniversary of nhã nhạc (royal court music) being recorgnised as a world cultural heritage.

Making a splash

Many natural ponds around Hà Nội have been filled in by developers. But one on the outskirts of the capital has been saved and converted into a swimming pool for the local community. Those behind the plan hope the pool will encourage children to be more active, and not sit around playing video games.

Beautiful bamboo

Artist Võ Tấn Tân is crazy about bamboo. He has crafted many pieces from this natural material and he’s keen to pass on his skills to others.

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