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Images of Uncle Hồ and soldiers on exhibit at Ngõ Art Gallery

The late President Hồ Chí Minh and Vietnamese soldiers are featured in paintings at a new exhibition at the Ngõ Art Gallery in HCM City.

Retired teacher debuts paintings

An exhibition by amateur artist and former teacher Nguyễn Ngọc Dậu has captured the hearts of professional artists.

Nom, nom, Vietnam - Episode 90: Stir-fried noodles

Stir-fried crispy noodles is a very popular Chinese dish in HCM City. The way the rich, savoury sauce soaks into the crispy fried noodles makes the meal simply irresistible!

Tiên Sơn Cave, a hidden gem in Phong Nha – Kẻ Bàng complex

Tiên Sơn Cave belongs to the Phong Nha – Kẻ Bàng tourist complex that comprises natural beauty spots in the central province of Quảng Bình. It is now on the list to be recommended to UNESCO for recognition as a World Heritage Site.

Try goat meat specialties in Ba Vì District

Meats from goat, Hill chicken and ostrich are the must-try dishes in Ba Vì District in Hà Nội.

HCM City considers museum system to boost tourism

HCM City needs to consider the creation of a museum system as an important aspect of the city's cultural development, according to a report in Người Lao Động (Labourer) newspaper.

Meditation and Mindfulness as a Way of Dealing with Stress

When practised on a regular basis, meditation helps us to let go of our brain’s ceaseless, worrying, depressing chatter and calmly focus on the tasks at hand.

Young indie bands are top trendsetters in Vietnam's music scene

Vietnamese music in recent years has become more diverse with the appearance of many young bands with creative styles and unique musical identities.

Try seafood specialties in Cà Mau

Mudskipper grilled with chili salt and mud creeper with coconut milk are one of the best seafood specialties in Cà Mau Province.

All About Photo Awards honours Vietnamese photographer

A photograph depicting an aerial scene of fishermen casting their nets on the sea taken by Vietnamese photographer Nguyễn Phước Hoài has been won the Merit Award at the All About Photo Awards 2021.

Hidden world of Japanese maikos revealed through photo collection

Uncle Hồ’s memorial space opens at Children Cultural House

A memorial space themed "Uncle Hồ with Children" has opened at the HCM City Children Cultural House.

'Vietnam Idol' winner releases music video of hit song

Several famous spots in and around the central city of Đà Nẵng feature in Giữa Đại Lộ Đông Tây (On the East-West Boulevard), the latest music video of singer Uyên Linh, winner of Vietnam Idol 2010.

Two exhibitions highlight landscapes of Italy and VN

The Consulate General of Italy in HCM City today (May 20) launched two photographic exhibitions on the landscapes of Italy and Việt Nam at the HCM City Fine Arts Museum.

Photo contest featuring labourers launched

Vietnamese at home and abroad are encouraged to participate in a photo contest capturing labourers and their life launched by the HCM City-based Người Lao Động (Labourer) newspaper.

Workshop on how to turn earth into art

A workshop on sculpting and drawing on clay will be held by Vietclay Art every Saturday from now until the end of September.

The Magic Flute film at Deutches Haus on May 29

A film screening of Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute with the Berliner Philharmoniker held in 2013 will be held at Deutsches Haus HCM City on May 29.

Documentary about French photographer to be screened

A screening of the documentary Robert Doisneau: Le revolte du merveilleux (Robert Doisneau: Through the Lens) will be presented at the Vincom Centre of Contemporary Art (VCCA) on Saturday, May 29.

Vietnamese fashion thrives despite the pandemic

Despite being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Vietnamese fashion designers have opted for innovation and meaningful projects.

South African woman mends broken heart in Việt Nam

Young South African woman Alushka Jansen van Vuuren felt the pain of falling in love with the wrong person and travelled to Việt Nam to get over her sorrow but then a new love began, the love for a beautiful country.