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Hot-air balloons and ao dai parade highlight Dong Thap Lotus Festival

Visitors to the Dong Thap Lotus Festival can enjoy hot-air balloon displays, ao dai parades, culinary experiences and exhibitions showcasing lotus-based products at the event running through June 21.

Hanoi rice wine makers race to meet festival demand

Residents of Hanoi's Phu Thuong Ward are working through the night to produce tonnes of traditional fermented rice wine ahead of the Doan Ngo Festival.

More than 125 rare Dong Son artefacts discovered in Nghe An

Archaeologists in Nghe An have identified more than 125 bronze artefacts dating to the Dong Son culture, describing the collection as a discovery of exceptional historical and archaeological value.

Danang's once-a-year herbal leaf market draws crowds

Residents in Danang City are flocking to a traditional once-a-year market selling medicinal leaves ahead of the Dragon Boat Festival, a long-standing custom believed to promote health and wellbeing.

Lao Cai gears up for busy festival season

Lao Cai Province is stepping up preparations for a series of cultural and sporting events in the second half of the year as it seeks to attract more visitors and promote local tourism.

Dalat Flower Festival to return with major arts programme

The Dalat Flower Festival will return in December with 11 flagship events and artistic performances aimed at attracting visitors from across Vietnam and abroad.

120-year-old wooden house remains architectural gem in Tay Ninh

A 120-year-old wooden house in Tay Ninh Province has preserved much of its original architecture, offering a rare glimpse into the elegance of Hue-style traditional homes from the Nguyen Dynasty era.

Vietnamese tailor spent 10 hours making ao dai for Thai PM's wife

A Vietnamese tailoring team worked through the night to complete two traditional ao dai outfits for the wife of Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul during her official visit to Vietnam.

Lam Dong seeks national-site delisting for Gougah Waterfall

Lam Dong authorities are seeking to revoke Gougah Waterfall's national scenic site status, citing significant changes to its landscape.

USD 44 mln approved for Kiep Bac herigate restoration

Authorities in Haiphong City have approved a VND 1.16 trillion (USD 44 million) project to restore and enhance the historic Kiep Bac Temple complex.

My Son Sanctuary's ancient tower mystery draws visitors

Nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains and forests, My Son Sanctuary in Danang preserves remarkable historical and cultural values while attracting visitors from Vietnam and around the world.

Thai Prime Minister enjoys Vietnamese cuisine during Hanoi visit

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and a senior Thai delegation enjoyed traditional Vietnamese dishes during a lunch in Hanoi on June 8.

ASEAN prime ministers’ spouses visit Hanoi heritage site

The spouse of Vietnam’s prime minister hosted the spouses of the Lao, Cambodian and Thai prime ministers at Hanoi’s Temple of Literature on June 8.

Hue festival to feature lotus cuisine

Visitors to Hue during Festival 2026 will be able to explore lotus-themed cultural activities, traditional crafts and culinary experiences at the Hue Lotus Festival.

Dong Thap launches fruit festival

Dong Thap Province on Friday opened its fruit festival, with local authorities aiming to turn the event into a major annual attraction for the Mekong Delta region.

Ancient 1,000-year-old tower preserves Oc Eo cultural legacy in Tay Ninh

The ancient Binh Thanh Tower has endured for more than 1,000 years and remains one of the few surviving architectural monuments associated with the ancient Oc Eo Culture in southern Vietnam.

Foreign tourist criticised over attire in Hoi An Ancient Town

Authorities in Hoi An are investigating an incident involving a foreign tourist whose attire in the historic town sparked criticism and debate on social media.

Hung Yen plans revival of historic Pho Hien trading port

Hung Yen Province is moving ahead with an ambitious plan to recreate the historic Pho Hien trading port, a once-thriving commercial hub that flourished between the 16th and 18th centuries.

Nguyen dynasty throne returns to display after restoration

Vietnam's restored Nguyen dynasty throne, a national treasure damaged by a visitor last year, will return to public display at Hue Imperial Citadel.

Can Tho gears up for Culture and Tourism Week

Can Tho will hold its 2026 Culture and Tourism Week from June 18-21 as part of efforts to promote the Mekong Delta city's cultural identity and stimulate tourism demand.

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