Hanoi calligraphy festival set to run during Tet
The annual spring calligraphy festival will kick off at the Literature Lake, part of the Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature), on January 15 after a two-year hiatus related to the development of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Also known as Dien Huu Tu (Pagoda of Permanent Blessings) or Lien Hoa Dai (Lotus Tower), One Pillar Pagoda (or Chua Mot Cot in Vietnamese) is located on the street…
Fashion helps honour cultural heritage
Vietnam International Fashion Week-VIFW 2022 recently wrapped up in Hanoi, ending a successful year with many exciting events hosted by the fashion industry after the COVID-19 pandemic. Joining the global…
Long Bien Bridge tells stories about Hanoi
A collection of old documents related to Hanoi’s iconic Long Bien Bridge has been unveiled to the public for the first time at an exhibition entitled “Long Bien Bridge – The Eyewitness of History”.
Hanoi boasts great potential for MICE tourism
Boasting a number of high-class accommodation facilities, Hanoi enjoys favourable conditions to wlcome large groups of MICE (meeting, incentive, convention, exhibition) tourists, according to the Hanoi Department of Tourism.
Bamboo Airways launches first direct flight from Hanoi to Tianjin (China)
Vietnamese carrier Bamboo Airways has launched the first direct flight route between Hanoi and Tianjin, with flights running between Noi Bai International Airport in the Vietnamese capital and China’s Tianjin Binhai International Airport.
Delicacies of Vietnam’s regions spotlighted at ethnic village outside Hanoi
In December, visitors to the Vietnam ethnic culture and tourism village on the outskirts of Hanoi will have the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of delicacies from throughout the country.
Exhibition features President Ho Chi Minh's sayings in Korean calligraphy
An exhibition with the theme of “President Ho Chi Minh’s sayings in Korean calligraphy” kicked off on November 28 at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum in Hanoi.
Tourist arrivals to Hanoi records five-fold rise in 11 months
The number of tourists arriving in Hanoi since the beginning of the year is estimated at over 17 million, representing a five-fold increase year on year, according to the Municipal Department of Tourism.
Hanoi promotes cultural industry development
In 2022, Hanoi became the first locality in Vietnam to issue a resolution targeting comprehensive and sustainable cultural development in terms of scale, product quality, service, market and modern infrastructure. It is also set to turn culture into a key economic driver.
Hot Banh duc for Hanoi's winter days
Despite a wealth of Hanoi light snacks, hot Banh duc (cake made of rice flour and lime water) still holds an irreplaceable position on the locals’ list of choices.
International Experimental Theatre Festival opens in Hanoi
The fifth International Experimental Theatre Festival kicked off on November 15 in Hanoi, drawing the participation of 16 local and foreign art troupes from the Republic of Korea, Poland, Singapore, Italia, Pakistan, and hosts Vietnam.
Hanoi details bike sharing plan
The Hanoi Department of Transport has developed a detailed plan for the 12-month public bicycle pilot project in six metropolitan districts.
Hanoi welcomes first international fam trip delegation after pandemic
The Hanoi Municipal Tourism Department has coordinated with Vietnam Airlines to organise a reception for a fam trip delegation from 12 Australian travel agencies, following a period of disruption due to the COVID-19 epidemic.
Hanoi named as ideal destination for a solo travel adventure
Booking.com has named Hanoi among six ideal destinations for travelers who want to embrace their independence and explore alone on Singles Day (November 11).
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