It takes a village to create appeal

Wooden houses with roofs of yin-yang tiles and nestled on the side of a mountain are simple in design yet give Hoài Khao Village in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bằng a certain poetic charm.

Old French dwellings a base for Ba Vì to grow

On a total area of over 10,000ha, Ba Vì National Park, which is 60km to the west of Hà Nội, has everything to offer – amazing biodiversity, luxurious and eco-friendly tourist resorts, as well as a selection of mysterious French architecture. Nowadays, more than 200 relics of French constructions built a century ago become a wonder for trekkers to discover.

Beauty of Mù Cang Chải on show at fest

Festive activities will be held in Mù Cang Chải District in the northern province of Yên Bái to celebrate National Day and promote the beauty of Mù Cang Chải terraced rice fields from August 29 to October 18.

Ambassador hails dynamic relations between two countries in challenging times Commemorating a country’s founding is a special moment, not just for the Swiss. Ambassador of Switzerland Ivo Sieber sends a message to share his opinion with Việt Nam News readers

Bridge 2,000 metres above sea level challenges visitors A suspension bridge located 2,000 metres above sea level with separate wooden planks hanging amid beautiful vistas in Sa Pa City would probably be a big challenge even for the bravest of souls.

Annual VnExpress Marathon Quy Nhơn returns next month More than 4,500 professional and amateur runners have signed up for this year’s VnExpress Marathon Quy Nhơn in the coastal city of Quy Nhơn in Bình Định Province on July 26, according to the organisers.

Phú Quốc seeks to become Việt Nam’s first island city

If you like to dive into reefs, kayak in bays, hire a motorbike to explore, or just lounge on a beach, Phú Quốc is what you are looking for.

Facebook and MPI launch “Proud Việt Nam” tourism promotion project

Facebook, in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning and Investment, launched the "Proud Việt Nam" project, including the "Immense Việt Nam" music video, which aims to promote interest in Việt Nam’s tourism development.

Quảng Bình offers large discounts to boost tourism

Authorities in the central province of Quảng Bình have approved a plan to cut entrance fees to a series of natural beauty spots in half from now till the end of the year.

Music video promotes northern region tourism

Singer Sèn Hoàng Mỹ Lam has released a new music video promoting the beauty of her homeland, the northern mountainous region, as an attempt to lure tourists.