Việt Nam News

The Việt Nam Institute of Culture, Arts, Sports and Tourism gathered feedback from representatives of local tourism authorities, experts, researchers and travel enterprises at a recent workshop on the project Tourism Development at UNESCO Global Geoparks in Việt Nam, aiming to turn potential into reality and boost tourism growth in these destinations and across the country.

‘Heartbeat of Heritage’, an international art residency organised by Asia Art Link and the Việt Nam Fine Arts Association, will be exhibited at the Đà Nẵng Museum of Fine Arts from October 27 to November 10, offering an inspiring and diverse viewing experience for the audience.

Kỳ Nam Inn movie by Leon Le has awarded Shooting Star Award at the 45th edition of the Hawai‘i International Film Festival (HIFF45). 

Bánh mì xíu mại, bánh tráng nướng, hot soy milk, artichoke tea, fresh salads, and bubbling beef hotpot — these are not just dishes, but the heartbeats of Đà Lạt’s misty mornings and chilly nights.

Hải Phòng is a region rich in cultural traditions, where music resonates alongside the rhythms of life. It is also home to various forms of folk music, including ca trù (ceremonial singing), chèo (Northern traditional opera), trống hội (festive drumming) and especially hát văn (folk ceremonial singing).

Tô Ngọc Vân (1906–54) is regarded as a monumental figure in Vietnamese fine arts, remembered not only as an artist but also as a thinker and educator whose influence continues to this day.

Many new tourist routes have been introduced and developed with diverse and attractive service quality such as the Hà Nội - Hưng Yên and Hà Nội – Bắc Ninh.

Việt Nam's tourism recovery in 2025 is the result of a well-structured strategy, not mere luck. From market expansion and product diversification to improved service quality, every part of the tourism value chain has been aligned for growth.

Tucked away in the heart of Hà Nội, Mazzy’s Board Game Museum is home to nearly 4,000 titles, from classic strategy sets to rare collector’s editions. Not just a place to play, it’s a space where creativity, connection and culture come alive.

Vietnam should focus more on developing cultural industries and digital culture in connection with the creative economy, viewing these as key economic sectors that can increase culture’s contribution to national GDP.

The workshop is part of the Understanding Wood series to promote cooperation in the field of wood architecture and inspire wood design, as well as preserve architectural heritage.

Learn about breast cancer screening in Hà Nội: importance of early detection, common symptoms, and prevention tips for women from Dr Olga Sambolska.

British photojournalist Andy Soloman unveils a powerful photographic exhibition of Việt Nam’s remarkable transformation through deeply personal encounters. 

The 2025 Vegetarian Food Festival will take place from October 31 to November 4 at Bình Phú park in HCM City’s Bình Phú Ward, featuring more than 200 booths from vegetarian restaurants, brands, chefs, and cuisine artisans across the country.

The HCM City Fine Arts Association is introducing a collection of 420 new artworks created by the city’s artists at the Fine Arts Museum.

More travellers from Easter European markets are coming to Việt Nam thanks to a visa exemption policy which has made it easier for more European travelers to explore the country.

'Bulle', a play directed by the French director Léo Barcet that represents the meeting between the contemporary French stage and traditional Vietnamese music, will be performed in HCM City in November.