Tourist sites face challenges from overcrowding

Over the last several years, the Vietnamese tourism industry has been posting remarkable growth. The number of visitors from abroad and of domestic travellers has been steadily climbing, bringing higher incomes for those in the tourism sector. But the flip side of this impressive development is greater challenges with overcrowding and the upkeep of tourist destinations.

Donated land gives the gift of education

Poor children in Bôn Sar Village, in the Central Highlands province of Gia Lai, are now able to read and write thanks to Nay Bim, an elderly villager who donated land and funds to build a school.

My Anti-War History

Việt Nam's long history of gaining independence and the true nature of the US war in Việt Nam were exposed by Robert Chenoweth, a Việt Nam war veteran and anti-war POW, who raised his voice against the war by writing letters and making radio broadcasts, trying to explain the war to people at home and GIs still fighting.

Saigon Chamber Music features and nurtures young talents

An exciting summer music festival for young artists and students named Saigon Chamber Music (SCM) opened with a night of romance across Europe by German musicians. The festival lasts for a week, with a series of practice sessions, talks, master classes and performances. 

Hà Nội struggles to repair damaged ancient buildings

The capital city is home to thousands of ancient structures with huge historical and cultural value; however, nearly half of them are degraded or even facing imminent destruction because of ageing, harsh weather and social changes, experts and residents have warned.

One dragon dance master's labour of love

Lê Văn Hiền, kylin dance virtuoso and the head of Hiền Long Đường Kylin Dance Club, has spent more than 29 years perfecting his craft and creating jobs for people who share his passion.

Young girl follows family tradition to become a shaman

When most people hear the word shaman, they imagine a wizened old man with a long white beard. At just 17 years old, Liễu Thị Minh Thơ defies all expectations, surprising everyone with her deep knowledge of rituals.

Farmer finds success exporting rattan and bamboo products

With his passion for preserving a traditional occupation and deft approach to doing business, farmer Lê Văn Quyết from HCM City’s Củ Chi District has turned simple local materials – rattan and bamboo – into unique and beautiful products for export.

Hip hop dancer mixes modern and traditional theatre

Nguyễn Duy Thành will perform his first dance at the Việt Nam Youth Theatre on June 28 as part of the Hanoi Dance Festival 2019. The work, entitled Thán (named after a kind of tuồng singing) is inspired by tuồng (traditional opera) and follows the language of this art form.

City urged to preserve its built heritage

HCM City should develop a heritage master plan as part of its urban development strategy to ensure conservation of its architectural heritage, experts have urged.

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