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Historic war victory celebrated in Đống Đa Festival

A festival commemorating the 235th anniversary of the historic Ngọc Hồi – Đống Đa Victory over the Qing Invaders (1789 - 2024) is being held at Đống Đa Park in Đống Đa District, Hà Nội, attracting thousands of visitors from far and wide

A special love story

To Đình Khánh and Trần Thị Thương are not an ordinary couple. Khánh suffered a blood clot that resulted in the amputation of his legs. But he refused to keep letting it get him down, instead, he focuses on spreading positive messages on social media and doing charity work. This caught the attention of his future wife Thương, and a love story began to blossom.

Thổ Hà rice paper helps make Bắc Giang famous inside and outside Việt Nam

Bắc Giang Province’s Thổ Hà, an ancient village on the banks of the Cầu River, is renowned for its characteristic culture including the craft of making rice paper, that has become a famous trade-mark inside and outside the country.

Vietnamese painter makes reverse glass abstracts in minutes

In his 30-year career, Đoàn Việt Tiến made over 1,500 glass paintings depicting the scenery of his hometown and his past, in addition to 350 portraits of politicians and cultural figures of Việt Nam and the world.

Tết Thăng Long held in France

From calligraphy art booths and traditional games to special Tết dishes promoting Vietnamese cuisine and a lion and dragon dance troupe consisting of eight lions, everything was meticulously prepared and enthusiastically presented to the French public attending the event.

Temple of Literature showcases education history during royal period

The permanent exhibition themed Khơi Nguồn Đạo Học (Initial Sources of Education) highlights the outstanding contributions of prestigious people in the "historical flow" of Vietnamese education.

Unique pottery dragon in Bình Dương

This unique pair of dragons made from pottery in Bình Dương Province is a huge hit among locals and visitors! Made by Tuong Bình Hiệp Ward's Đại Hưng Pottery Kiln in collaboration with the ward People's Committee, the dragons are to welcome the Year of the Dragon and honour the province's traditional pottery craft.

Perfect way to start your day

Coffee and Việt Nam go hand in hand. There are thousands of cafes serving millions of customers. But not many roast their beans on a wood fire like this vintage store in Hà Nội.

Quảng Nam Province to launch ambitious tourism campaign

The "Quảng Nam Green Tourism Destination” stimulus programme will last until the end of the year.

Musical and historical plays to be staged for Tết

Musicals for children and historical plays promise to bring joy and excitement to audiences of all ages in HCM City and neighbouring provinces during the Tết (Lunar New Year) holiday, falling on February 8-14.

Young female talents develop cải lương

Young theatre actress Nguyễn Quỳnh Như is travelling around her homeland, Bạc Liêu Province, to offer cải lương (reformed opera) concerts for many villagers during the Lunar New Year or Tết holiday.

Lucky money giveaway – an exchange for best New Year wishes

According to the book “Việt Nam phong tục” (Vietnamese customs) by scholar Phan Kế Bính, after paying tributes to ancestors, descendants offer lucky money and bow twice to their grandparents and parents.

Green tourism

The central city of Huế has cut down its plastic waste and turned tourism destinations green and environment friendly. The efforts have been co-made by the WWF, local tourism authorities and tourism-making households.

Việt Nam among top five most-wanted destinations for Tết

Việt Nam has cracked a list of the top five most-booked markets for travelers around Asia Pacific looking for a getaway over the forthcoming Tết (Lunar New Year) travel break, travel agent said.

Local festival helps raise awareness for forest protection

Phú Quốc welcomes nearly 2,000 European visitors on last day of lunar year

The group are scheduled to explore Phú Quốc night market, Vinwonders entertainment complex, and Vinpearl Safari, take cable cars to Hòn Thơm Island, and visit Hôn (Kissing) bridge.

Tết celebrated in Đông Sơn ancient village

Increased preference for international travel, tours fully booked for Tết

Tour prices remain relatively stable, with price hikes only recorded among domestic tours due to rising airfares.

Spring book street promises exciting activities during Tết

The annual event, held by the People’s Committee of Hoàn Kiếm district, aims to encourage reading culture in the community and create a cultural space for local residents and tourists to enjoy at the start of the Year of the Dragon.