Deputy PM urges promoting the values of Nguyen Dynasty’s woodblocks
Standing Deputy Prime minister Truong Hoa Binh has requested that the relevant ministries and sectors devise measures in order to promote the values of the woodblocks of the Nguyen Dynasty.
New street vendor market opens in HCM City District 1
A new street vendor market opened Monday, August 28, on Nguyen Van Chiem Road, in the ward of Ben Nghe in Ho Chi Minh City District 1, local authorities announced…
National Day celebrations focus on ethnic groups’ culture
A cultural programme will be held at the Viet Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Ha Noi throughout September to celebrate the country’s 72nd National Day (September…
HCM City to host entertainment activities for National Day holidays
A wide range of entertainment activities will be organised in Ho Chi Minh City during the National Day holidays from September 2-4.
Tay Ninh wants sculpture declared as national treasure
Authorities of southern Tay Ninh province have submitted a dossier to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, asking for an ancient stone sculpture to be recognised as a national treasure.
Photo exhibition on Sai Gon history
More than 40 black-and-white and colour photos featuring Saigon and its history are on display at Book Street (Nguyen Van Binh Street) in HCM City’s District 1.
Hue’s iconic bridge gets a makeover
The iconic iron bridge Truong Tien in the former imperial capital of Hue is getting an overhaul in an effort to return it to its design under the era of the country’s last emperor Bao Dai (1926-1945).
Will there be a new Japanese travel wave to Viet Nam?
A number of low-cost air carriers have announced the opening of air routes between Viet Nam and Japan, while Japanese travel firms are planning to promote tours to Viet Nam, raising hope about a new wave of Japanese travelers.
First 12 open-top double-decker tourism buses inaugurated in Da Nang
The first batch of 12 open-top double-decker buses has started service at Coco Bay entertainment-cum-hospitality complex in the central coastal city of Da Nang.
Dak Lak provincial Museum offers free entry on National Day
The Central Highlands Dak Lak provincial Museum will open free for visitors on National Day (September 2nd) to mark its 40th founding anniversary.
Nguyen Dynasty documentary heritage to be introduced in Ha Noi
The documentary heritage of the Nguyen Dynasty, including woodblocks and the poetry system on Hue royal architecture, will be introduced to tourists and people at an exhibition in Ha Noi.
HCMC turns Bui Vien Street into pedestrian space at weekends
Bui Vien Street, a popular destination with Western backpackers in Ho Chi Minh City, has been pedestrianised and officially opened to the public on the evening of August 20.
Hoi An - Japan cultural exchange opens in Quang Nam
The 15th Hoi An - Japan cultural exchange opened on August 19 in Hoi An ancient city, the central province of Quang Nam. 
First river bus route to be launched on August 21st
The first river bus route of Ho Chi Minh city will be put into operation on August 21st with one-way tickets priced at VND15,000, said Mr. Nguyen Kim Toan, Director of Thuong Nhat Co., Ltd, the investor of the project.
Music performance celebrates Viet Nam-India relations
The Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City held a music performance show on August 18 night to celebrate the 45th founding anniversary of Viet Nam-India diplomatic ties.
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