Sài Gòn Notre Dame Cathedral marked a key milestone on December 8 in its long-running restoration as Archbishop Joseph Nguyễn Năng blessed two newly crafted crosses that will eventually crown the landmark’s twin towers.
Royal Capital Group celebrates Christmas and New Year with curated holiday programmes across its Central Việt Nam properties
Thousands flocked to downtown Hà Nội for the first-ever Vietnam Happy Fest, celebrating happiness, family values and community spirit. Highlights included a mass wedding of 80 couples marking 80 years of Independence, Freedom and Happiness and a grand procession showcasing traditional wedding customs and historical costumes from the Nguyễn Dynasty to the 1990s.
A UNESCO Campaign Committee to honour Scholar Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm on the occasion of the 450th anniversary of his death (1585-2035) has been established. The committee is tasked with providing advice on constructing a scientific dossier to submit to UNESCO for his recognition.
A series of exhibition and art performances will be included in the annual Hội An-Japan Cultural Exchange with the participation of Vietnamese and Japanese communities in the ancient town on December 26-28.
Recognising its significance, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has ordered the provincial People’s Committee to take urgent measures to safeguard, preserve and promote the value of the ancient boats.
For the first time, Việt Nam will host the 2025 National Breaking – HipHop Showcase and Multi-Discipline Street Dance Mass Performance at Hồ Xuân Hương Indoor Stadium in HCM City from December 26-28.
President Hồ Chí Minh drew inspiration from Lenin’s ideas during his years in Russia, now showcased in a Hà Nội exhibition.
A project themed 'Youth Participation in Digital Transformation in Introducing, Promoting and Developing Tourism' has been effectively implemented for a number of historical relic sites and cultural heritages.
For the first time in the history of the awards, a Vietnamese brand has triumphed in both of the event’s most highly regarded categories -- achievements typically dominated by global giants like Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Virgin Voyages.
From the 20th of the ninth lunar month until the 10th of the 10th lunar month, ragworms fill the beaches, riversides and rice paddies of Quảng Ninh, Hải Dương, Hải Phòng and Thái Bình (now part of enlarged Hưng Yên Province).
Located on Kê Gà Island in Tân Thành Commune, the construction is one of the tallest lighthouses with significant architectural grandeur and plays a crucial role in ensuring maritime safety in Việt Nam.
The launch of the Vietnamese edition of 'Running Toward Mystery: The Adventure of an Unconventional Life' offers local readers a chance to engage with the extraordinary life journey of Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi Rinpoche, a Buddhist monk-scholar whose memoir explores enlightenment, mentorship, and the search for meaning.
Two Óc Eo culture artefacts in An Giang Province have been recognised by the Prime Minister as National Treasures, highlighting the rich history and cultural importance of the Óc Eo ancient cilvilisation.
Mưa Đỏ (Red Rain) produced by the People’s Army Cinema has received enthusiastic applause from international audiences at the Việt Nam Film Week – The Journey of Light, which is undeway at the Le Grand Rex cinema in Paris.
The tourism sector of Phú Thọ Province aims to increase the number of foreign tourists and their length of stay in the 'ancestral land'.
The World T.E.A Fest 2025 drew nearly 60,000 visitors over the course of a month, offering a rich programme of cultural, economic and diplomatic activities that highlighted the heritage of Việt Nam’s tea industry.
Chinese tourist arrivals to Việt Nam have surged sharply over the past two years, signalling a strong recovery in the market and reinforcing China’s position as one of Việt Nam’s most important tourism partners. In the first 11 months of 2025, Việt Nam welcomed nearly 4.8 million Chinese visitors, representing 25.1 per cent of all international arrivals.
