According to the popular British travel site Rough Guides, Vietnam is among the countries with the world’s most enchanting culinary traditions. What makes Vietnamese cuisine, particularly that of Hanoi, so captivating isn’t luxury or extravagance, but the art of turning humble ingredients into balanced, soulful dishes, brought to life by the dipping sauce.
The 2025 International Culinary Culture Festival presents a global food journey while showcasing Vietnam as a cultural bridge between nations.
A vivid portrait of royal life has taken shape after more than 15 years of excavations beneath Hanoi, as archaeologists uncover the enduring legacy of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the former political and cultural heart of Dai Viet.
The Institute of Archaeology held an international conference on November 4 to review 15 years of research into the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, with the participation of leading domestic researchers and experts from Japan, China and the Republic of Korea.
The Vietnam Fine Arts Museum officially introduced its new cultural tourism product, “Museum Night”, to the public, on October 31.
Festival Thang Long - Hanoi 2025 officially opened at Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature) on the morning of November 1, with the ‘Converging heritage’ ceremony honouring the capital’s heritage and inspiring creativity across the community.
Hanoi in the fall is the time when golden leaves and rich traditions come alive in a season full of charm and culture. Autumn is the most beautiful season of the year and in Hanoi, it casts a particularly poetic spell, gently transforming the capital into a landscape of golden foliage and cool breezes.
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will open a direct air service from Hanoi to Cebu, the Philippines, starting December 1, with three flights per week operated by Airbus A321 aircraft.
In a recent article titled “Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City - Find Out Which One’s Right for You,” published by National Geographic Traveler, writer Daniel Stables explored the unique atmospheres and attractions of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to help international readers find the destination that fits them best.
The first-ever World Culture Day in Hanoi will be jointly organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Hanoi People’s Committee at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel on October 4 - 5.
A Vietnamese city has been named among the top cities in the world, according to the 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards, an annual travel ranking organised by the UK-based Telegraph newspaper.
This is the impression of a swiss couple - Francesco after 15 days of travelling in Vietnam.