Việt Nam News

Visitors to Văn Miếu - Quốc Tử Giám (Temple of Literature) these days will have chance to discover the ancient 'historical stone books' about traditional education system, particularly examinations during the Vietnamese monarchy.

Thái Hòa Palace (the Palace of Supreme Harmony), part of the Complex of Huế Monuments, a UNESCO-recognised world cultural heritage in the central province of Thừa Thiên-Huế, will be opened to tourists on November 23.

With a three-day tour on the huge yacht, visitors are able to explore into the furthest areas of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hạ Long Bay.

Five new shows on Vietnamese history will be staged by theatres in HCM City this month.

About 100 circus artists from across Việt Nam will show off their skills in the 2024 National Circus Talent Competition that will be held at the Vietnam Circus Federation in Hà Nôi.

Hosted by JW Marriott Hanoi, the 'Singapore Culinary Week' with chef Suah will take place from August 9-14 at JW Café, while the premium French-style lunch and dinner with chef Menard will be from August 14-18 at the French Grill.

The Tourism Association of the central province of Thừa Thiên-Huế held a conference in Huế City on Wednesday to review the sector’s plastic waste reduction practices as part of a World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-funded project.

‘Quan họ’ (love duet singing) – a Vietnamese traditional music genre that has been recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity – was presented in chamber music style through the charming voice of Hiền Nguyễn.

The fourth ASEAN Graphic Painting Competition and Exhibition, which Việt Nam is hosting, is expected to take place in the northern coastal city of Hải Phòng in December.

The Voi Phục Temple, a specially significant national relic site in Ngọc Khánh Ward in Ba Đình District in the capital, has been recognised by the Hanoi People’s Committee.

Cúc Phương Camp 2024 is one of a variety of activities to bring the forest closer to youngsters.

Besides treating sick residents in HCM City, Dr Paul D'Alfonso and his wife have rescued hundreds of ill and abandoned pets. They have operated an animal rescue group for seven years with core members who are volunteers.

The exhibition A Silent Process is a part of a ten-year project carried out by conceptual artist Tuấn researching the Vietnamese community in Taiwan.

The Conan Exhibition at Gigamall in HCM City's Thủ Đức City is a must-see for fans of the famous Japanese comic series Detective Conan. Fans can revisit the storyline and relive childhood memories through iconic quotes, scenes and other aspects of the series.

The Mekong Delta province of Kiên Giang's Tourism Department announced that Phú Quốc, dubbed the Pearl Island, received more than 636,000 tourists in July, showing a recovery.

The exhibition will also publicise photos on Việt Nam’s historic cultural relics and scenic spots, particularly those honoured by the UNESCO.

A film screening programme celebrating the 79th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945-2024) and the National Day (September 2, 1945-2024) will take place nationwide from August 19 to September 5.

Traditional dancers from HCM City have won top prizes at the 2024 National Cultural Folk Performance Contest held in Quảng Ngãi Province