Nguyen Kings historical records displayed
The moc ban (wood blocks) and chau ban (official administrative papers) Kings of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945) used to record history are on display for the first time at an exhibition in Ha Noi. 
Vietnamese culture and culinary delights presented in UAE
A Viet Nam culture-culinary festival is taking place in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s Dubai from November 30 to December 5. 
Exploring “Back to the roots” tourism
(TITC) – On 23 November 2015, Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) organized a famtrip to explore “Back to the roots” tourism in some northeast provinces.
Argentine newspaper speaks highly of Ba Dinh Square (Viet Nam)
(TITC) – Recently, the Argentine daily newspaper of Pagina 12 has introduced 5 revolutionary squares in the world which are impressive destinations for international tourists, including Ba Dinh Square in Ha Noi, Viet Nam.
Lang Sen (Long An) has been recognized as the 7th Ramsar site of Viet Nam
(TITC) – Recently, the Ramsar Covention has recognized Lang Sen Wetland Reserve (Long An Province) as the 7th Ramsar site (wetland holding significant international importance in terms of biodiversity and conservation) in Viet Nam and the 2,227th one in the world.
Press conference on the implementation of MRA-TP and towards the establishment of AEC
(TITC) – On 25 November 2015, in Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) organized a press conference on the implementation of Mutual Recognition Arrangement on Tourism Professionals (MRA-TP) and towards the establishment of ASEAN Economic Community (AEC).
Tugging rituals, games named cultural heritage of humanity
Tugging rituals and games of Viet Nam, Cambodia, the Philippines and the Republic of Korea were added to the UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on December 2. 
“Golden week” to stimulus tourism in Thua Thien-Hue
Central Thua Thien-Hue province will launch a “golden week” of tourism from December 24-30, expecting it to pick up tourist arrivals by 8 percent to 3.15 million this year. 
Photo exhibition marks 55 years of Viet Nam-Cuba relations
A photo exhibition entitled “Viet Nam-Cuba, 55 years of solidarity and cooperation” was launched at the Viet Nam News Agency (VNA) headquarters, 5 Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Ha Noi on December 2. 
Viet Nam’s ancient Dong Son drum found in Timor Leste
A relatively intact bronze drum believed to belong to the Dong Son culture, originating in Viet Nam over 2,000 years ago, has recently been discovered in Timor Leste.
US director to film in Quang Binh
After receiving the approval of Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism of Viet Nam, the People’s Committee of Quang Binh required local authorities and relevant agencies to create favorable conditions for ‘Titan’ film crew. 
Fine arts exhibition honours Viet Nam - RoK lacquer
Thirty-nine lacquer paintings from the Republic of Korea (RoK) and Viet Nam are being showcased at an exhibition which officially kicked off at the Viet Nam Fine Art Museum in Ha Noi on November 30.
Binh Dinh: Intact beaches appeal to foreign visitors
Beaches off the beaten track along central Binh Dinh province’s 134 km coastline are emerging as big draws for independent foreign travellers.
Viet Nam and Russia signs cultural cooperation from 2016-2018
(TITC) - On 25 November 2015, in Ha Noi, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MoCST) of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation signed the program of cultural cooperation in period of 2016 - 2018.
Deputy Minister Nguyen Ngoc Thien works with representative of Star Cruises
(TITC) - On 26 November 2015, in Ha Noi, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Thien had a meeting with Vice President Cruise Operations at Genting Hong Kong Limited, Mr. Raymond Lim.
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