Photo campaign to boost Viet Nam’s tourism
A photo campaign entitled “Super Selfie” has been launched with a view of promoting Viet Nam’s landscapes and boosting tourism.
South-Central Coast and Central Highlands region fine art exhibition opens
The 21st South-Central Coast and Central Highlands region Fine Art Exhibition was organised by the Vietnam Fine Arts Association (VFAA) and Quang Ngai provincial People’s Committee in Quang Ngai province…
Workshop seeks ways to restore Japanese Bridge in Hoi An
More than 100 Vietnamese and Japanese scientists, experts and managers gathered in Hoi An city of central Quang Nam province on August 16 to discuss the restoration of Chua Cau…
“12 types of folk paintings” to be displayed at Museum of Ha Noi
(TITC) – On 18 August 2016, the Museum of Ha Noi in collaboration with the Ha Noi Ceramics Museum will open the exhibition of “12 types of folk paintings in Viet Nam” at the Museum of Ha Noi.
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 diplomatic relations (August 6, 1976).
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).
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