Realist paintings capture soul of Vietnamese countryside

Artist Đỗ Xuân Tuyển has been recreating images of the homeland, wishing to spread the love for the homeland, the sense of community, and the bond of family, especially as these emotional values are gradually fading away as society develops.

Local tourism industry goes green

In boosting ‘green’ tourism, the central province of Quảng Nam has introduced the Silk Sense Hội An River Resort as the first ‘zero plastic waste’ destination to expand its sustainable hospitality brand.

Former drug addicts find new life

The Nguồn Phước Protestant Rehabilitation Centre on the outskirts of Hà Nội is helping chronic drug users kick out the habit through faith.

Uruguayan artist enhances cultural ties

Uruguayan painter Yandi Monardo is participating in a workshop in the framework of the Arts for the World Project hosted by Los Cabos Art Gallery and the Uruguayan embassy in Hà Nội.

Chàm Islands target ‘zero waste’

The islands, including eight islets with a total of 2,400 inhabitants, are the first location in Việt Nam to successfully promote the non-use of plastic bags and the ‘3Rs’ (reduce, reuse and recycle) programmes since it was recognised as a world biosphere reserve site by UNESCO from 2009.

Phở Chào adds twists to traditional cuisine

A handful of phở shops have appeared on the map of the Michelin Guide, including Phở Chào, a family-run eatery selling authentic and fusion phở dishes and other varieties from northern Vietnamese cuisine.

Young woman weaves brighter future

Phạm Thị Y Hòa aims to raise awareness about Hrê handloom fabric, and preserve the weaving craft as an indispensable cultural aspect of their lives and also as a source of income for her community.

Crème Brulée

With Patissiere Nga Trần, the baking queen of Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers

The pilot's path: advice and insights

Mạch Thị Thùy Khanh, a female pilot at Pacific Airlines, believes meticulousness and discipline in both personal and professional life have been key factors contributing to her success as a pilot, a high-risk and highly responsible profession.

Tree bark transformed into attractive landscape pictures

Lê Hoàng Nhân has dedicated himself to creating these 'bark pictures' for over 15 years. His artworks evoke emotions, provoke contemplation, and invite viewers on a journey through the typical landscapes and narratives of the southwestern region.

Explore untouched islands in Kiên Giang Province

Near Phú Quốc Island in the southeastern province of Kiên Giang, Nam Du and Hòn Sơn islands, with their blue sea and unique and delicious seafood, are attracting more and more tourists to come to admire their beauty.

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