HCM City highlights local cultures to ignite urban tourism
Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism sector has actively brought its indigenous culture into urban tourism, considering this as one of the strategies to promote the strengths of the city’s destination network.
Traditional house of the Nung in Lao Cai
The Nung, the second biggest ethnic minority group in Si Ma Cai district of Lao Cai province, live in earthen houses, which are not only a shelter but also a…
Bac Lieu Culture – Tourism Festival to open in November
The People’s Committee of Bac Lieu Province yesterday morning informed that the organizers would organize a culinary competition, namely “Cultural quintessence of Bac Lieu shrimp and salt" within the framework…
Vietnam-Warsaw culture festival 2022 introduces local water puppetry
The second Vietnam-Warsaw culture festival is scheduled to get underway on August 27 in Poland, welcoming the participation of the Vietnam National Puppetry Theater for the first time.
Hanoi to welcome opening of “ASEAN Cultural Colours” exhibition
An exhibition themed “ASEAN Cultural Coulours” will be held from August 8 to August 12 at the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum in Hanoi to mark the 55th founding anniversary of ASEAN.
Phan Thiet - Among the choices for MICE tourism
(TITC) - Currently, Phan Thiet, capital city of Binh Thuan Province (South Central Coast of Vietnam), is a rising star for MICE tourism (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions).
The swirling divinity of Hue   (Aug 01, 2022)
The swirling divinity of Hue
In addition to imperial palaces and mausoleums, tourists in Hue imperial citadel should not miss out the traditional jolt stick village of Thuy Xuan. The scene of glowing bunches of jolt sticks seems to harmonize so well with the old grave and culturally magnificent city.
Black beans and coconut cake: A signature dish of Binh Dinh Province
‘Banh trung’ (black beans and coconut cake) is a signature dish of Binh Dinh Province.
Night squid fishing in Cua Lo (Nghe An Province)
Visiting Cua Lo (Nghe An) in the summer, in addition to enjoying the refreshing atmosphere of the sea, please do not forget to sail at night on fishing boats to enjoy the fresh sea specialties and experience this exciting activity.
American magazine names 29 Vietnamese dishes visitors should try
Renowned fashion magazine Vogue of the United States has revealed a list of 29 Vietnamese dishes that visitors should try when going to a Vietnamese restaurant or visiting the nation on vacation.
Quang Ninh: Enjoying summer holidays on Minh Chau island
Swimming at stunning beaches, wandering beautiful attractions as well as experiencing farmers’ fishing work are considered incredible things you should do when visiting Van Don district’s Minh Chau island in summer.
Mac khen, an indispensable spice of ethnic groups in the northwestern region
In Muong language, the name of mac khen is rather self-explanatory, describing the pungent, peppery smell of the spice. However, its fragrance compound is far more complex than pepper with an additional crisp, dry woodiness woven into green citruses. This makes mac khen a truly versatile spice that can elevate any dish, said Nga. 
Royal roads and architecture in Ho Dynasty Citadel discovered
The Vietnam Institute of Archaeology in collaboration with the Thanh Hoa Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Ho Dynasty Citadel Heritage Preservation Centre has just announced preliminary results of archaeological excavations on the royal road in the Ho Dynasty Citadel.
Da Lat city's attractive tourist destinations
With amazing sights and sounds, Da Lat city in the Central Highlands is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Vietnam.
Yen Bai: Over 2,000 people will 'xoe' dance in celebration of UNESCO award
Over 2,000 people will join a xoe dance performance of the Thai ethnic people in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai in September, in celebration of the dance being recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
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