Bắc Giang attracts large investments in tourism development

Ten investors have pledged to invest more than VNĐ35 trillion (US$1.52 billion) into 16 tourism development projects in the northern province of Bắc Giang.

Ministry halts construction at ancient relic site

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has just sent an official letter to the local authorities of Bắc Giang Province, asking them to halt the ongoing construction of a new gatehouse at a local pagoda, due its being a National Special Relic Site.

Over 2,000 wood printing blocks to be digitalised

Local authorities in northern Bắc Giang province plans to build an exhibition room showcasing a valuable stock of nearly 2,000 wood printing blocks on Buddhist teachings.

New special national heritage sites recognised

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc has signed to add 13 historic sites to the national heritage list.

Explore the land of Trúc Lâm Zen Buddhism

The 11th century Vinh Nghiem Pagoda and its collection of 3,050 rare Han-Nom woodblocks are just two of a plethora of attractions that await tourists visiting Bac Giang Province. Bui Quynh Hoa reports.

Bo Da Pagoda preserves sacred Buddhist treasures If you get the chance to visit the northern province of Bac Giang, you should not miss the opportunity to take in the sacred landscape around Bo Da Pagoda in Thuong Lat Hamlet, Tien Son Commune, Viet Yen District. There you can see Buddhist woodblocks and ancient architecture that has been preserved for hundreds of years.