Vietnamese painting sells for $367,797 at Paris auction
Vietnamese painter Trần Tấn Lộc's painting Thiếu Nữ Chải Đầu (Young Woman Doing Hair) has been sold for EUR335,360 (US$367,797) in Paris, France.
Tuyên Quang marks tourism year with first int’l hot air balloon fest
The northern province of Tuyên Quang will host its first international hot air balloon festival from 30 March to 4 April this year.
Japanese police officer finds happiness in Việt Nam
Kaneya Manabu is humorous, energetic, open and smart when he presents topics on his Hoc TV YouTube channel.
Việt Nam eyes safe and effective reopening of tourism
The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised that the guiding spirit of the Government is not to treat foreign tourists and local people differently, in terms of pandemic precaution measures.
Ancient French-style villa will be relocated to new site in Huế
An ancient French-style villa in Thừa Thiên-Huế Province will be relocated to a new site instead of being destroyed to make way for a mall and hotel complex.
Young singer combines traditional folk songs with modern electro-dance
Singer Nguyễn Ngọc Hà made the most of 2021, despite its difficulties, using her time to make a series of traditional xẩm (blind travelling singers) music videos, accompanied by electronic dance music.
Well-known drama director dies in HCM City
The funeral of renowned drama director Vũ Minh will be held tomorrow (Thursday, March 17).
Photo contest honours ‘Land of Chăm culture’
Professional and amateur photographers, Vietnamese and foreigners living in Việt Nam are invited to enter their photos into a contest dedicating to the rich culture of the south-central province of Ninh Thuận, dubbed ‘Land of Chăm culture’.
Bình Định suspends thousand-year-old tower restoration project
The project to restore Bánh Ít Tower, a 1,000-year-old Chăm relic in Bình Định Province has been halted after locals expressed concerns about damage caused to the ancient tower's structure.
Hà Nội-based visual artist presents new solo show
A solo show by Hà Nội-based visual artist Nguyễn Trần Nam will be presented at Manzi from Wednesday, March 16.
Exhibition on General Võ Nguyên Giáp opens in Điện Biên
A poetry photographic exhibition honouring the historic victory of Điện Biên Phủ and the life of General Võ Nguyên Giáp (1911-2013) opened in Điện Biên Province on March 13.
Different ways to enjoy the gấc fruit, a speciality in Việt Nam
Gấc fruit is a well-known fruit in Việt Nam, thanks to its high nutritional value and bright red colour.
Vietnam Airlines, Huế to boost tourism cooperation
The central province of Thừa Thiên Huế and the national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines have agreed on a comprehensive cooperation deal for 2022-26 to promote destinations, tourism, and local investment.
Veteran writer's paintings go on display in HCMC
Despite being more recognisable as a writer over the past few decades, 60 oil-on-canvas paintings by Mường Mán, including 20 that he created during social distancing, have gone on display in HCM City.
Hà Nội to open new pedestrian zone
On National Reunification Day (April 30), visitors can explore many cultural events at Sơn Tây old fortress citadel, the new pedestrian zone in Hà Nội.
Travel agencies ready to welcome int’l visitors
Almost two years since borders closed, Việt Nam's tourism sector is is ready to fully open, with no restrictions on flight frequency or destinations. But tour companies face stiff competition from other destinations in the region who are well prepared and may have the advantage.
HCM City artist to perform, explain traditional art forms
A new programme in which artists perform and talk about the cải lương (reformed opera) and tuồng (classical drama) has been launched by the HCM City Theatre Association.
HCM City wharf hosts music and dance street shows
A special programme of Vietnamese music and dance street performances will be held at the Bạch Đằng Wharf Park in HCM City’s District 1.
Pear blossom attracts tourists in Na Hang
Visitors have flocked to a Pear Blossom Festival held in Hồng Thái Commune, Na Hang District, in the northern mountainous province of Tuyên Quang.
Hà Nội aims to attract more tourists to cultural heritage sites
As the country gets ready to welcome international tourists again from March 15, Hà Nội authorities are working to attract more tourists to the capital city's cultural relic sites.
