Most village elders in Việt Nam can wax nostalgic about their communal houses, but one village in Hà Nội can boast of hosting the oldest surviving one.
Addressing the severe lack of books other than textbooks in rural and mountainous areas is helping awaken love for reading and literature, Lan Lộc reports
Classic guitar playing in Hà Nội is regaining popularity after decades on the decline. Vũ Đức Hiển is one of the teachers inspiring youth. Lê Hương explores his career.
For Vietnamese visiting other countries, finding a restaurant making the food of home is a special surprise. Hoàng Hồ talks about his experience:
In the last 20 years, Nguyễn Ngọc Tuấn has travelled across Việt Nam looking for famous teas that have been lost in the past and tried his best to develop them. He shares with Vương Bạch Liên his passion for tea.
with chef Wong Chi Ming from JW Marriott Hotel, Hanoi
In the near future, public toilets will be able to use their wastewater to generate power for lighting, thanks to a mini generator made by two university students in the central city of Đà Nẵng.
This year marks the 900th anniversary of the Chương Sơn Tower built on top of a mountain of the same name in Nam Định Province.
Having graduated from college and worked at a bar in Hội An, Phan Mai Thiện Tâm decided to start her business from homestay service with a unique hospitality in Đà Nẵng. Hoài Nam reports.
Phạm Hà Duy Linh, or Linh Phạm as he is simply known, is a co-founder of the Matca (Fisheye) project which aims to create a display space to inspire Vietnamese photographers and visual artists.
“The best thing about youth is that no matter where you are, no matter the difficulties you face or even how little money you have, as long as you keep your spirit, your journey will always be a happy one.” Hoàng Hồ found that out in Singapore, one of the most expensive cities in the world.
At Ralf’s Artisan Gelato in HCM City, premium gelato is made from scratch, using ingredients that will make you come back for more. Susan Ransdell reports.
A short story by Nguyễn Mỹ Nữ
Herald the celestial tradition of mooncake crafting with its highly anticipated selection of Fortuna Hotel’s mooncakes.
After 10 years, the Bùi Xuân Phái Award has become an important touchstone in the country’s socio-political and cultural development. Minh Đức reviews.
Several farms on the outskirts of Hà Nội now raise vegetables without chemicals, just as their ancestors did - and city people are flocking to them. Song Hương reports.
Every early autumn, the whole nation celebrates historic days. Ba Đình Square in downtown Hà Nội is a must-visit destination for all Hanoians and the Vietnamese people as a whole.
BB Homefood is well known among Hanoians. The chain of restaurants offers comfortable and delicious dining at a reasonable price. Mộc Miên visits a location near the capital's Old Quarter.