European culture brought closer to Hà Nội people
The EU Ambassador to Việt Nam has praised the government initiative to keep cars off the roads around Hoàn Kiếm Lake, saying it brings communities together and gives Hanoi a European feel.
Cải lương creator honoured in play
To celebrate 100 years of cải lương (reformed theatre), some 90 traditional artists from noted cải lương theatres such as Việt Nam Cải Lương Theatre in Hà Nội and Trần Hữu Trang Theatre in HCM City performed the play Thầy Ba Đợi (Teacher Ba Đợi) together at the Hà Nội Opera House on May 27 and 28.
Acclaimed musicians to perform with local saxophonist Trần Mạnh Tuấn
Internationally acclaimed jazz guitarist Nguyên Lê and leading Vietnamese jazz saxophonist Trần Mạnh Tuấn will perform in a joint concert “Oriental Moods” in HCM City on May 6.
Drama troupe brings Ali Baba to City stage
IDECAF Stage, one of HCM City's leading private drama troupes, is preparing to stage a new play aimed at young audiences this summer.
Tranquil central highlands city
My first time in Kon Tum Province in the Central Highlands was to visit a relative. I was left speechless by the small and tranquil city of Kon Tum. There is beauty present in the many vestiges of the French colonial period, as well as in the native villages surrounding it.
Visa exemptions for Western European countries extended to 2021
Việt Nam will extend visa exemptions for citizens from the UK, France, Germany, Spain and Italy for the next three years, starting from the beginning of July.
Vietnamese-American martial arts star returns home for film
Vietnamese-American martial arts star Cung Lê arrived in HCM City on Tuesday to play a role in the feature film The Target, a Hollywood production.
Hà Nam celebrates Long Đọi Sơn Pagoda Festival
Visitors to Đọi Sơn Commune in northern Hà Nam province this weekend will have the chance to enjoy the Long Đọi Sơn Pagoda Festival that recently commenced in the area.
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Bà Nà Mountain hosts beer festival
The Sun World Bà Nà Hills Mountain resort, 1,500m above sea level, has launched a beer festival, the B’estival 2018 to celebrate summer holidays, offering 1 million litres of German beer for tourists between May and September.
Minimalist artist exhibits zen-influenced paintings
Minimalist painter Lê Thiết Cương, one of Việt Nam’s most famous contemporary artists, is presenting his latest works at the Vincom Centre for Contemporary Art (VCCA) in Hà Nội.
French circus to perform in Hà Nội
Twelve artists from Be Clown will perform a contemporary circus show, taking the audience on a timeless journey away from everyday reality, in Hà Nội on May 5.
National Park draws visitors to Thừa Thiên – Huế
Bạch Mã (White Horse) National Park challenges visitors in stark contrast to the traditionally slow pace of life in the central province of Thừa Thiên – Huế.
A visit to Sài Gòn’s night markets for food and flowers
Hồ Thị Kỷ Flower Market and Bến Thành Night Market are ideal places to get a broader picture of Sài Gòn’s nightlife.
Cò Island, home of the storks in Hải Dương Province
Cò Island is a must-see place for travellers to the northern province of Hải Dương.
Sample the best of Europe in HN
For the first time ever, Hanoians will experience
Poland, VN expand bilateral ties
On the occasion of the Polish National Day, commemorating the declaration of third of May 1791 Constitution, Barbara Szymanowska, Ambassador of Poland to Việt Nam shares a few words about Poland, some highlights of the Polish-Vietnamese relations as well as some personal remarks.
Women artists subject of talk
The Old Compass Café and Bar will host a talk on “Women In Vietnamese Art” from 7pm to 9pm on May 17 at 63 Pasteur Street in HCM City’s District 1.
Colour Me Run at Phú Mỹ Hưng
Pulse Active and The Crea[c]tive Company will host the Colour Me Run from 10am on May 12 in District 7’s Phú Mỹ Hưng area.
Artist showcases paintings inspired by poetry
Writer Trần Nhương has showcased his latest paintings at an exhibition entitled Thi Hứng (Inspired by Poetry).
