The beauty of ancient crafts

At the Thăng Long-Hà Nội Festival 2025, the Temple of Literature is hosting vibrant craft village booths from across Vietnam. From the ancient capitals to the Central Highlands, each showcases the beauty and creativity of Vietnamese heritage that comes alive in every handmade detail.

Flavours from the port city

In the coastal city of Hải Phòng, bún cá cay (spicy fish noodles), captures the city’s bold and vibrant spirit. Its combination of crispy fish, rich broth and a signature sauce has kept both locals and visitors coming back for more.

Indian rock band Parikrama starts Đắk Lắk tour

Formed in 1991, veteran rock band Parikrama ranks among India’s longest-running and most respected rock bands, with more than 3,500 global shows at venues like the Kennedy Centre in the US, Download Festival and Brixton Academy.

How do foreign travellers declare their temporary residence in Việt Nam?

Foreign visitors to Việt Nam must have their temporary stay registered with local authorities, though accommodation providers are responsible for carrying this out. Here are the key points travellers should know about residence declaration, possible penalties and how long they are allowed to stay under Vietnamese law.

Surviving the wet season in HCM City

One of the things I learned as a resident of HCM City is that you always carry a spare set of clothes in your bag. They do not need to be anything fancy. I carry a simple T-shirt, shorts and one pair of socks. This way, I can continue with my job in some form if I happen to get caught in the rain.

Vietnamese fine arts shine with century of brush strokes and bonds

The event is organised by the VNUFA in collaboration with art schools in the GoA9 network – an international alliance of art schools in Asia, with the theme Trường Đại Học Mỹ thuật Việt Nam và Bè Bạn (Việt Nam University of Fine Arts and Friends).

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