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Dong Ho painting to race for world cultural heritage recognition

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism decided to add Dong Ho folk woodcut painting to the list of cultural heritages of Vietnam that seek UNESCO’s recognition as world cultural heritage in 2012-2016.

Horse race on Ta Leng Mountain

Thousands of people have gathered at the Mong ethnic minority cultural festival on top of Ta Leng Mountain, Tam Duong district in northern Lai Chau province.

Fishing together with Can Gio fishermen

“Being a fisherman at Vam Sat for one day” is the name of an eco-tour that gives travellers interesting experiences on their visit to HCM City's Can Gio District.

One man's passion to preserve the Mong 'panflute'

A man in a remote district of Nghe An has devoted a great deal of time and effort towards preserving the Mong panflute.

Hanoi - Old streets and traditional trades

Hanoi has an old quarter of 36 streets of which names are attached to a traditional trade, such as Hang Muoi Street selling salt and Hang Manh Street selling bamboo curtains.

Seven new caves discovered in Phong Nha Ke Bang

Seven new caves have been found in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park where the biggest cave in the world is already situated.

Afternoon football match at Tam Giang Lagoon

Football is a sport that millions of people all around the world have a passion for, and so do children at Tam Giang Lagoon in central Thua Thien-Hue province.

Tourism Ambassador rides elephant to advertise Central Highlands

Actress and businesswoman Ly Nha Ky, Vietnam’s Tourism Ambassador, sits on a 10-year-old elephant to discover the natural beauty of the Central Highlands.

Ha Long Bay on US website

The US well-known street fashion, Free People, has chosen Vietnam as its destination to take “look book” photographs for its March publication.

Muong villagers preserve and develop traditional culture

The Muong ethnic minority people in the northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh persist in preserving unique traditional values of both tangible and intangible heritage.

Danang hosts Goddess of Mercy festival

Thousands of people flocked to Danang City to take part in the Goddess of Mercy Festival, which opened on March 11.

Capital city weekenders enjoy tranquility at Dai Lai Lake

When travelling to Dai Lai Lake you can relax on a sand bank, swim or row out to nearby islands, or even climb up to discover wild caves.

Vietnam plans Japan rep office to promote tourism

Vietnam is planning to open a representative office in Tokyo to facilitate its tourism marketing activities and step up cooperation between travel firms of the two nations.

There is a bigger cave than Son Doong: expert

There is a bigger cave than Son Doong, currently the world’s biggest-ever cave, located on the edge of a mountain chain along the Ho Chi Minh Highway, a British researcher said.

Phu Quoc Beach

Phu Quoc is famous for beaches with crystal clear blue water and silky smooth sand.

Farmers learn English on street

At the ancient town of Hoi An, in the central province of Quang Nam, farmers often go to the street to learn English from foreign tourists.

Phu Tho prepares for Hung Kings’ Temple Festival

Authorities in Phu Tho Province are working with five other provinces and cities to prepare a range of activities to celebrate the Hung Kings Temple Festival.

Tourism law to protect foreign travellers

The national tourism administration will receive suggestions on the amendment and supplement to tourism policies from now until June for submission to the National Assembly.

Ba Na Hills offer getaway cable-car journey to peak

Ba Na Hills in Danang City brings you a chance to enjoy all four Vietnamese seasons in one day and indulge yourself at one of the biggest indoor parks in the region.

Economic difficulties make team building tourism demand increase

Team building tourism has become more favored in Vietnam, since businesses want to bolster their staff’s confidence, encourage old officers and help new comers integrated quickly into the new environment.

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