Viet Nam joins ASEAN food festival in Macau
Vietnamese cuisine and agricultural products were showcased at the 17th ASEAN Food Festival that began in Macau (China) on August 13.  
Ha Noi: more walking area open around Hoan Kiem Lake
More streets in Ha Noi will be shut to traffic at weekends so pedestrians can enjoy Hoan Kiem Lake from October. 
Ho Chi Minh City: Cultural events to celebrate Viet Nam - Thailand ties
A series of cultural exchange events took place at Ho Chi Minh City Youth Culture House on August 14 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Viet Nam - Thailand…
Training course on the implementation of the tourism development master planning
(TITC) - In order to raise awareness about the role and significance of the tourism development planning, on 1 August 2016, in Sa Pa, Lao Cai Province, Environmentally and Social Responsible Tourism Capacity Development Programme funded by the Europe Union (EU – ESRT Project) in collaboration with Lao Cai Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism organized the opening ceremony of training course on the implementation…
Life of King Tu Duc on stage   (Aug 15, 2016)
Life of King Tu Duc on stage
King Tu Duc, the longest reigning monarch of the Nguyen Dynasty, was brought to life this week in a new stage play.
Dak Nong acts to promote gong cultural heritage
The Central Highlands of Dak Nong has launched a project to preserve and promote the gong cultural heritage of the province for the 2016-2020 period with an investment of nearly 16 billion VND (720,000 USD). 
Hue struggles to protect garden houses
Up to 40 garden houses in the imperial capital city of Hue will be restored under a Thua Thien-Hue provincial People’s Committee project.
National classic drama contest staged in Da Nang
Over 700 artists and actors from 11 art troupes nationwide will participate in the annual National Tuong (classic drama) and Traditional Folk Opera Contest in the central city on August 20-29.
Ho Chi Minh City: best destination for street food in the world
Ho Chi Minh City has been listed by CNN as one of the world’s 23 best street food destinations along with other popular cities in the world, like Bangkok, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Paris...
Nearly 545 billion VND invested in My An hot spring resort
Multi-industry group Bitexco will splash out nearly 545 billion VND (24.4 million USD) on building the My An hot spring resort in My An village, Phu Duong commune, Phu Vang district, in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue.
International tourists to enjoy entertainment services after midnight
Chairman of Hanoi People's Committee Nguyen Duc Chung has said that Ha Noi entertainment sites might be opened for international tourists after midnight (12pm).
Vietnamese dishes listed in top 100 famous food and beverages
The World Records Union (Worldkings) has announced the list of top 100 famous food and beverages from countries all over the world, including ‘pho’ (noodles served with beef or chicken), ‘bun cha’ (rice noodles served with grilled pork) and ‘banh mi’ (Vietnamese sandwich).
Ha Noi to provide free Wi-Fi services
Within this year, the Ha Noi administration will provide free Wi-Fi services in many locations for tourism and intelligent transportation.
Kien Giang keen to develop green tourism
The Phu Quoc - Kien Giang Green Tour programme was introduced at a ceremony on the island on August 6 as part of the activities in response to the National Tourism Year 2016 - Phu Quoc - Mekong Delta. 
Hau Giang works on new eco-tourism products
The Mekong Delta province of Hau Giang is developing new eco-tourism products based on the local advantages of rivers and orchards, according to Director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism Do Chieu Qui.
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