Quảng Nam goes green for National Year of Tourism

Quảng Nam Province in central Việt Nam is pivoting towards a green tourism strategy that will focus on recycling, environmentally-friendly waste treatment, organic food, 'zero single-use plastics' and lower emissions.

Muay Thai legend seeks missing title at SEA Games

Muay Thai fighter Nguyễn Trần Duy Nhất has won the world championship titles eight times, seven in combat competitions and one in performance. But he has never topped the Southeast Asian Games podium. Ahead of the upcoming Games, which will be his fifth, Thanh Hà spoke to him about his preparation.

Đồng Đậu ancient culture set for preservation

The historical and cultural values of the Đồng Đậu archaeological site in the northern province of Vĩnh Phúc will be further promoted thanks to a project to build the site into an archaeological park.

Hà Nội moves to enhance agricultural tourism

To boost sustainable tourism development, the People’s Committee of Hà Nội has planned to develop an agricultural and rural tourism plan in tandem with building new-style rural areas in 2022–2025.

Shipwreck treasure lures tourists to central Quảng Ngãi

When visiting the central province of Quảng Ngãi, tourists not only have a chance to marvel at the beautiful beaches along the coast but can also see thousands of incredible antiques from ancient shipwrecks at the provincial museum.

Winner, winner, chicken dinner

Whether it’s for a plate of sizzling chicken, a refreshing cider or two, or even a fancy cocktail, Hanoi Cider House is a laid-back bar-come-restaurant that’s sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.

'Forbes under 30' chef puts Vietnamese restaurant on world map

A few years ago, a young Vietnamese university student in Finland who didn’t know how to use a kitchen knife, challenged himself in the best Michelin-starred restaurants in Scandinavia. He then returned home and opened the first Vietnamese tasting menu restaurant.

The love market where you can meet your ex

Believed to date back more than 100 years, the Khâu Vai Love Market usually takes place accompanied by a festival that includes cultural activities of various ethnic minorities.

A united team is more important than stars

President Nguyễn Hữu Thắng of HCM City FC plans to build a new playing style for his club. He wants a team that develops through the contribution of all players more than a club that relies on individual stars. Thắng speaks with Hồng Nam about the team’s preparation and expectations for 2022

Bronze casting village in midst of revival

Though it has had its ups and downs throughout history, Phước Kiều Village in the central province of Quảng Nam's Điện Bàn District is on the way to reviving its ancient bronze casting thanks to efforts of local authorities and villagers.

Preserving Huế's symbolic wooden houses

Wooden houses are the fine ancient buildings that form the typical architecture and are a key part of the historical and cultural heritage of the former royal capital city of Huế. But sadly, over the years, they have not always been looked after with due care.

Vietnamese-German writer turns pain into positivity

'Phoenix's Daughter - Hope Was My Way' tells the story of an outstanding woman with Vietnamese blood running through her veins who has defied all constraints of fate to become a successful businesswoman in Germany.

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