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Xich Dang temple of literature in Hung Yen

Following the construction of Quoc Tu Giam Temple of Literature in Hanoi, which is seen as Vietnam’s first university, many temples of literature were built across the nation. Xich Dang temple of literature in Hung Yen is one of them.

Firework displays held in Hanoi, HCM City to mark Tet

Various firework displays were organised in Hanoi and HCM City to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

Ca Mau offers respite for the weary soul

If you love nature, favour adventure trips, and are interested in Vietnam's history, then Ca Mau province in the Mekong Delta region is the place for you.

Annual Tết ‘flower road’ opens in HCM City

The Nguyễn Huệ ‘Flower Road’ has opened to public in HCM City with thousands of visitors in attendance, welcoming the biggest festival of the year, the Lunar New Year or Tết in Vietnamese.

PM approves tourism development strategy by 2030

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a tourism development strategy by 2030.

Conquering Khang Su Van mountain

Located on the peak of Khang Su Van Mountain at an altitude of nearly 3,000 metres, Vietnam – China border landmark No.79 is the highest of its kind in Vietnam.

Hanoi residents stay up late to cook Chung Cake

Many residents in Hanoi enjoyed a sleepless night to cook the traditional cake of Chung for Tet on local pavements.

Hanoi to not open pedestrian streets on Tet

Hanoi will not open pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter on the Lunar New Year or Tet.

Cai Rang floating market busy before Tet

Cai Rang floating market in the Mekong Delta City of Can Tho has become busier during days ahead of the lunar New Year Festival.

New cable car at Ba Den Mountain launched

A new two-line cable car system has opened in the southern province of Tay Ninh, taking visitors to the top of Ba Den (Black Lady) Mountain and Ba Den Pagoda.

Free entry to historical sites in Dien Bien open during Lunar New Year

Several historical and cultural sites in the northern province of Dien Bien will be open for free from January 25 to 27, the first three days of the Lunar New Year, the provincial authorities have decided.

Firework displays set at many locations to welcome Lunar New Year

Many provinces and cities have announced their firework displays to welcome the Lunar New Year or Tet Festival.

Early peach blossoms gardens in Hanoi attract visitors

The early blooming of peach gardens in Hanoi have worried local growers, so they have made them attractive destinations for visitors for photography.

Vietnam targets to serve 2 million Japanese tourists in 2020

Vietnam aims to welcome 2 million Japanese visitors in 2020, according to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).

Quang Nam seeking ways to develop village tourism

The central province of Quang Nam are seeking ways for the tourism development of Loc Yen village.

Hoi An among 10 most affordable places for British

The 400-year-old city of Hoi An in central Vietnam has jumped four places to the 7th position on this year’s list of 10 cheapest destinations for the British.

Calligraphy festival honours morality

The 2020 Spring Calligraphy Festival began on January 18 at Hanoi’s Temple of Literature (Van Mieu), honouring the art and tradition of writing.

Indonesian news outlet calls Da Nang Vietnam’s Bali

Indonesia’s Detik news outlet calls Da Nang, the largest and most modern city in central Vietnam, “Vietnam’s Bali” favoured by both local and foreign travellers.

Three Vietnamese cities receive ASEAN Clean Tourist Awards

Three cities in Vietnam, including Quy Nhon city in Binh Dinh province, Hue city in Thua Thien-Hue province, and Vung Tau city in Ba Ria – Vung Tau province have been presented with ASEAN Clean Tourist Awards.