Thanh pagoda by the Ky Cung river
Thanh pagoda is a famous religious and tourism site in Lang Son province. The ancient pagoda with its storied centuries-old history has been recognized as a national historical site.
Foreign website hails delicious local dishes
Tasting Table, a famous website and newsletter for culinary enthusiasts, has posted two articles praising two local dishes, banh xeo (crispy Vietnamese pancakes) and nem lui (charcoal-grilled lemongrass pork skewers).
Exhibition displays artworks by artists from Red River Delta region in Ha Nam
More than 200 artworks by 187 painters and sculptors who are members of the Vietnam Fine Arts Association in nine cities and provinces in the Red River Delta are being…
Chinese Yam cakes – a rural gift when coming to Hung Kings’ Temple
Hung Kings’ Temple National Historic Site is located in Co Tich village, Hy Cuong commune, Viet Tri city, Phu Tho province. This is not only a sacred land, but also a famous tourist destination with charming landscapes and local specialties, leaving a special mark in the hearts of tourists.
Connecting the hearts of Vietnam lovers
Starting from the idea of helping people travel to new a land in a convenient, safe and unique way, a group of young Vietnamese and UK people gathered together to create Tubudd - a digital platform that connects international tourists with locals who can work as tour guides.
Art of crafting and dancing to flutes recognised as National Intangible Cultural Heritag
"The art of making and dancing to the flute of the H'mong people in Dien Bien province" has been recognised as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Hanoi exhibition highlights stories about President Ho Chi Minh
An exhibition officially opened at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi on October 13, featuring many artifacts that are stories about President Ho Chi Minh’s sentiment with Vietnamese people and international friends.
Ong Met Pagoda, a national relic site in Tra Vinh
Ong Met Pagoda is one of the oldest pagodas of the Khmer in the Mekong Delta province of Tra Vinh. The Theravada Buddhism pagoda with a Khmer architectural style has remained intact. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism recognized it as a national relic site in March, 2009.
"The et Sympathie" by Le Pho goes for US$1.3 million at international auction
The painting "The et Sympathie" by local artist Le Pho has been sold for a total of US$1.3 million at the Modern Evening Auction of Sotheby's in Hong Kong (China).
Five cliffs attracting young people for adventures
Nowadays, more and more young tourists come to check in and experience the irresistible attraction of the following five cliffs in the country.
Cultural activities celebrate 68th anniversary of Capital Liberation Day in Hanoi
Hanoi will organize many cultural and sports activities to mark the 68th anniversary of Hanoi's liberation from the French occupation forces on October 10, 1954, according to the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports.
Sin Suoi Ho hamlet, an attractive tourist destination
More than 300 years ago the Mong ethnic people settled in what is today Sin Suoi Ho hamlet, Phong Tho district, Lai Chau province. In 2015 the province recognized Sin Suoi Ho as a community tourism hamlet.
Geographical record of Nguyen Dynasty wins national book award
The first book on the national geography of the Nguyen Dynasty (1820-1884), Hoang Viet Nhat Thong Du Dia Chi, has won the highest prize of Vietnam National Book Awards 2022.
An Giang’s beauty during the floating season
As the most populous province in the Southwest region and more than 200km south of Ho Chi Minh City, An Giang has the typical cultural feature of a city in the Mekong Delta region, with a floating market, boat racing festival, brilliant Khmer pagodas and blooming water lily flowers.
7 Must-Visit Destinations in Vietnam for Coffee Connoisseur
From the 19th century until now, coffee has taken a journey to become an irreplaceable part of Vietnamese culture and life. Based on the votes of visitors, Booking.com has rounded up the 7 best destinations for coffee in Vietnam as endorsed by Vietnamese travellers.
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