Heritage

Ninh Bình seeks UNESCO recognition of Hán-Nôm Inscriptions on Non Nước Mountain

Thursday, Jun 05, 2025

Out of the 43 extant stone steles on the mountain, 37 are Hán-Nôm inscriptions dating from the Trần Dynasty (1225-1400) to the early 20th century. These inscriptions are unique original engravings, featuring imperial poems and prose composed by kings, poetic...

News

Thái Bình’s traditional salt-making craft recognised as national cultural heritage

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

The traditional salt-making craft in the commune has a history of hundreds of years and is an indispensable part of the economic and cultural life of the local people.

Food

Bình Định Culinary Culture Festival 2025 to delight visitors in May

Thursday, Apr 17, 2025

According to Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, this year’s festival aims to honour, preserve and promote the rich culinary heritage of Bình Định Province, where traditional dishes serve as a delightful bridge connecting local communities with visitors from around...

Life & Style

Ninh Bình to build heritage park to honour founder of Vietnamese stage

Monday, Apr 14, 2025

The founder of Vietnamese stage is said to be Phạm Thị Trân, who was invited by King Đinh Tiên Hoàng to the capital, Hoa Lư. She was tasked with teaching soldiers to dance, sing, play drums and perform on the zither.

News

Work by Vietnamese master painter shatters expectations at the Christie’s live auction

Monday, Mar 31, 2025

The oil-on-canvas artwork, painted in 1934, achieved a final price of HK$16,105,000 – an impressive amount - four times higher than its lower estimate.

Life & Style

Traditional festivals drive tourism growth in Hòa Bình

Thursday, Mar 27, 2025

Home to the Mường ethnic group, which makes up over 60 per cent of the local population, Hòa Bình’s festivals not only reflect the aspirations for prosperity and happiness but also attract visitors eager for cultural experiences.

Life & Style

Phong Nha named top budget-friendly travel destination for spring 2025: Agoda

Friday, Mar 21, 2025

In this ranking, Phong Nha stands out as the most budget-friendly destination in Asia, making Vietnam a top choice for those yearning for a complete adventure while still saving money this spring.

News

Tràng An Scenic Landscape Complex valued at 213 bln USD: experts

Thursday, Mar 13, 2025

The valuation emerged from a joint study by Italy’s Santagata Foundation for the Economics of Culture, Germany’s Leibniz Institute for Ecological Urban and Regional Development, and the School of Interdisciplinary Science and Arts at Vietnam National University – Hà Nội.

Travel

Bình Thuận to pursue agricultural tourism

Wednesday, Mar 12, 2025

With its vast land resources, an extensive network of rivers, canals and mountains, and a flourishing agricultural sector, the south-central province of Bình Thuận has ideal conditions for developing agricultural and community-based tourism.

Life & Style

Ramuwan festival: Unique cultural practice of Chăm people in Bình Thuận

Friday, Feb 28, 2025

The festival begins with its most significant ritual: the grave-visiting ceremony, where families pay tribute to their ancestors at Chăm cemeteries.

Travel

Nhơn Hải’s moss-covered rock beach: A must-visit destination in Bình Định

Tuesday, Feb 18, 2025

Located just 10km north of Quy Nhơn city in the south-central province of Bình Định, Nhơn Hải commune has emerged as one of the region’s most captivating travel destinations, drawing a growing number of visitors eager to experience its breathtaking...

Sports

Powerboat racing championship to land in Bình Định in May

Monday, Feb 17, 2025

This year’s event will feature 10 teams from 13 countries competing with 21 boats, and will rotate across six to seven countries, including Việt Nam.

Sports

Vietnamese woman conquers highest mountain in the Americas

Saturday, Feb 15, 2025

The mountain is part of the Andes range in Mendoza province, Argentina. It is located 112km from the capital of Mendoza province.

Life & Style

Khai Hạ Festival honours Mường traditions

Thursday, Feb 06, 2025

The 2025 Khai Hạ (going down to the field) festival of the Mường ethnic group took place in Phong Phú Commune, Tân Lạc District, Hòa Bình Province on February 5.

Travel

Ninh Bình attracts foreign tourists with traditional Tết products

Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025

The northern province of Ninh Bình is offering a variety of products and experiences to enhance visitors'' enjoyment during the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tết) holidays, with numerous events and promotional activities to attract tourists.