Top Vietnamese destinations draw international tourists in first half
Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc remained the most popular destinations for international visitors to Vietnam during the first half of this year, particularly among travelers from China and the Republic of Korea (RoK).
“Xam on the bus”: where tradition meets the pulse of modern life
Xam singing, a distinctive form of Vietnamese folk music originating in the Red River Delta, is traditionally performed in public spaces. Today, it has found a new and innovative stage:…
Bat Trang Village emerges as a cultural and ecotourism destination
In recent years, Bat Trang Village (Gia Lam, Ha Noi) has been striving to establish itself as a sustainable tourism destination. Visitors can now enjoy a wide range of immersive…
Ba Vi charts a new course in green tourism
Located in the northwest of Ha Noi, Ba Vi District is a captivating blend of natural beauty and cultural richness with lush forests, rivers, caves, and diverse ethnic heritage while offering a refreshing escape, with much of this "green pearl" unexplored.
Luxury railway travel shows strong potential
Nearly a month after its launch, the luxury train service on the Ha Noi - Hai Phong route, named Hoa Phuong Do (Red Flamboyant), continues to attract strong interest. VIP tickets are consistently sold out well in advance, a promising sign that opens up new tourism opportunities for the railway industry and local destinations alike.
Unlocking “gold mine” of Halal tourism in Ha Noi
With an estimated global value of over 200 billion USD per year, Halal tourism - or Muslim-friendly travel - is becoming an increasingly popular trend being actively pursued by many countries around the world, including Vietnam.
Exploring Lang Van Church in Ninh Binh Province
Located near the Van Long Wetland Nature Reserve in Gia Vien District, Ninh Binh Province, the newly built Lang Van Parish Church stands as one of the largest religious structures in the country.
Ha Noi unveils magical “Tran Vu Bell” night tour at sacred temple
A brand-new night tour titled “Tieng chuong Tran Vu” (The Bell of Tran Vu) is set to debut in Ha Noi this August, offering travelers an immersive blend of spiritual heritage, folklore, and theatrical storytelling at Quan Thanh, one of the capital’s most sacred temples.
Ha Noi promotes community role in heritage preservation
With more than one thousand years of history, Ha Noi is currently preserving many representative cultural and historical values of the nation. With 1,973 intangible cultural heritage items alongside 6,489 existing relic sites, no matter how much effort state agencies make, it would be difficult to provide complete coverage of all preservation and conservation work.
Ha Noi promotes community role in heritage preservation
With more than one thousand years of history, Ha Noi is currently preserving many representative cultural and historical values of the nation. With 1,973 intangible cultural heritage items alongside 6,489 existing relic sites, no matter how much effort state agencies make, it would be difficult to provide complete coverage of all preservation and conservation work.
Additional flights bring more Russian tourists to Khanh Hoa
Anex Vietnam Travel and Trading Company Limited are set to launch new flights to southcentral Khanh Hoa province, starting from June 15, with the aim of bringing Russian tourists from Vladivostok, Khabarovsk, and Blagoveshchensk to the locality.
Explore Nha Trang’s iconic 24-meter white Buddha at Long Son Pagoda
For over a century, Long Son Pagoda in Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province, has stood as a revered spiritual site, home to a majestic 24-meter-tall outdoor white Buddha statue that continues to draw locals and tourists alike.
Promoting world heritage value through community participation
On May 21, an international scientific workshop entitled “Safeguarding and Promoting the Value of World Heritage: A Community-Based Approach for Sustainable Development” took place at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel World Heritage Site in Ha Noi.
Mong Cai city (Quang Ninh) ready for peak tourism season
As the summer tourism season approaches, Mong Cai city is emerging as a dynamic destination alongside long-established coastal hotspots such as Ha Long, Van Don, and Co To. With a strategic focus on improving service quality and diversifying its tourism offerings, Mong Cai is positioning itself as a major player in the country’s tourism development agenda.
Ha Noi: Historical relics and tourist sites honour President Ho Chi Minh
To mark the 135th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890 - May 19, 2025), numerous historical sites and tourist destinations across Ha Noi are holding meaningful events and activities.