Brussels tourism introduced in Viet Nam
(TITC) – On 12 May 2016, in Ha Noi, the Embassy of Belgium in Viet Nam organized a networking dinner to introduce tourism, trade and investment of Brussels to Vietnamese tourism enterprises and press agencies.
Hue event honours Buddha’s birthday
Seven giant lotus flowers floating on the central Huong River in Hue were lit up on May 14 evening to inaugurate a cultural week celebrating Buddha’s 2560th birthday.
Hue exhibits Viet Nam’s memories of the world
The central province of Thua Thien - Hue opened an exhibition inside the Hue imperial citadel on May 16 to display a collection of UNESCO world documentary heritages found in…
Ancient traditional long dress displayed
Dozens of traditional long dresses, part of the private collection of a Vietnamese living in Germany, will be exhibited at the Hue Culture Museum this month.
Ho Chi Minh City plans activities to mark Uncle Ho’s birthday
Ho Chi Minh City will hold several activities to mark the 126th birth anniversary of the late president Ho Chi Minh, which falls on May 19 (1890-2016).
Lotus painting exhibition opens in Ha Noi
A painting exhibition on the theme of the lotus was launched in Ha Noi to celebrate the 126th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh.
Vietnamese culture on show in Mexico
Vietnamese cultural heritage was on show at a get-together among local students and teachers in San Miguel de Allende City, Guanajuato state, Mexico on May 12. 
Quang Ninh to host exhibition on ASEAN photos and documentary films
An exhibition of photos, reportage and documentary films on peoples in the ASEAN Community is scheduled to be held from May 14-17 in the Tuan Chau Island Tourism Complex in the city of Ha Long, northern Quang Ninh province, according to the Ministry of Information and Communications.
Director General Nguyen Van Tuan meets Head of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Ha Noi
(TITC) – On 4 May 2016, Director General of Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT), Mr. Nguyen Van Tuan had a meeting with Head of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Ha Noi, Mr. Shi Rui Qi.
Vietnamese water puppetry comes to Egypt
Egypt will stage its first Vietnamese water puppet show on May 12, heard a press conference in Cairo on May 11.
Viet Nam Festival 2016 to foster ties with Japan
The Viet Nam Festival 2016 will take place in Tokyo, Japan from June 11-12, as heard at a press briefing in the city on May 11. 
Israeli cuisine showcased in Ha Noi
Renowned Chef Ruthie Rousso, known as Ambassador of Israeli gastronomy, showcased a variety of Israeli food, ingredients and cooking techniques to the public of Ha Noi on May 10.
European Film Festival opens in May
Movie lovers in Viet Nam will be enthralled by an array of the best European films during the European Film Festival 2016 (EFF), which will showcase 13 contemporary films from EU member countries.
Hue displays royal golden books
Visitors to the Museum of Royal Fine Arts in Hue are to get a chance to look at books transcribed on rectangle gold pieces, made for the adoration of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945).
Lao Cai promotes investment, tourism
More than 500 domestic and foreign experts and businesspeople were brought together at a conference on investment and tourism promotion in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai on May 8.
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