Pavements add unique cultural colour to HanoiForeign visitors to Hanoi are impressed by the capital's pavements where they can chat, drink tea or coffee, and even have something to eat.
Traditional toys still popular in Autumn Festival, 2011During the mid-autumn festival, traditional toys are still widely sold, and numerous people are buying them.
Oprah, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift... and meWe were all born in the Year of the Snake, and according to Vietnamese belief, we're all likely to be unlucky.
Co To offers pristine beach getaway for weary touristsIf you are tired of crowded beaches, the beaches of Co To Island may offer you an ideal destination for your holidays.
Famous Ca Na fish sauce of Ninh Thuan ProvinceNinh Thuan Province not only attracts tourists with its beautiful beaches but also with its high quality fish sauce called Ca Na.
National flag in Lung CuIn brilliant sunshine, the national flag waves on the peak of Lung Cu mountain, symbolising the will and pride of the 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam.
In photos: Do Son Buffalo Fighting FestivalThe Do Son Buffalo Fighting Festival drew thousands of visitors to the city of Haiphong.
Ke Ga Lighthouse - Binh Thuan treasureKe Ga Lighthouse is a must-see attraction in Binh Thuan Province where visitors can experience a fabulous panoramic view of the open sea.
Star-shaped lantern making village busy before Mid-autumn FestivalArtisans in Bao Dap village in the northern province of Nam Dinh still preserve their trade of making star-shaped lanterns.
Moon cake: from an autumn traditionMoon cakes have been a familiar symbol of the Full Moon Festival, and there is a particularly high demand this year.
Hanoi’s old quarter before Mid-autumn FestivalHang Ma Street in Hanoi’s old quarter has been flooded by visitors. The street is dyed in red by lanterns, flowers, flags and toys.
Cast away in Nha Trang BayMun, Tam and Mot islands in Nha Trang Bay have become popular among fishing enthusiasts looking for a quiet, tranquil place to pursue their hobby.
Equality and the family dilemmaThe “Vietnamese Family” will change along with “Economic Development” and “Women’s Equality”. Which is most important?
Secrets from Nguyen Dynasty’s treasuresThe Nguyen Dynasty has left the ancient Hue citadel as a relic which is recognized as the world cultural heritage and also invaluable treasures.
Short trips attract tourists on National DayTravel agencies are offering tourists a wide variety of short trips and excursions during the three-day national holiday.
Metropole Hanoi and Nam Hai voted No.1 hotel, resort in AsiaThe Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi and The Nam Hai in Hoi An have been voted as Asia’s best leisure properties for 2011.
Photo-painting exhibition scheduled in SeptemberThe exhibition of paintings by Dao Hai Phong and photos by Ngoc Thai will be held in Hanoi this September.
A sweet little mystery in the highlandsDong Van town in a green valley surrounded by rocky mountain ranges is among the most spectacular rural destinations in all of Southeast Asia.
Vietnam’s world heritage in photosA one-week photo exhibition opened in Danang, featuring photos of Vietnam's cultural and natural world heritage.
Glass painting craft still alive in the deltaComing to An Giang Province’s Cho Moi District, tourists should not ignore the traditional glass painting craft village on Ong Chuong Islet.
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