Sapa in paintings by To Ngoc Van’s sonTo Ngoc Thanh, the son of late great painter To Ngoc Van, has introduced his 34 oil paintings which depict the beauty of Sapa to audiences.
Long Bien Bridge may become living museumArchitects have said that Long Bien Bridge deserves to recognised as a living museum and a symbol of the country’s wartime heroism.
Enjoying Hanoi’s PhoToday, "pho Hanoi", known as noodle soup, is not only a popular dish but also a national dish of Vietnam.
Breathtaking terrace fields of Vietnam’s north-west frontierBat Xat District’s beautiful terraced fields in Lao Cai Province have become famous and provide a stunning view.
Hanoi by pedal powerMy Vietnamese friends and colleagues express shock when I say that my partner and I travel everywhere by bicycle.
Ceremony marks Kiep Bac-Con Son Autumn FestivalA ceremony to pray for peace and float flower garlands and coloured lanterns was held in Hai Duong Province.
Breathtaking Ka LaLocated on National Highway 20, to tourists, Di Linh is a stop on the way to Dalat, the city in mist and pine trees.
Tra Co BeachLocated at the northeastern most point of Vietnam nearly 300km from Hanoi, Tra Co is one of the country’s most charming beaches.
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.