Hanoi's millennium through the eyes of foreigners
Foreigners are sharing in the happiness and excitement of Hanoi's 1,000 year anniversary celebrations.
19 records set during Hanoi’s millennium celebration
On the occasion of Hanoi’s 1,000 year anniversary, 19 records for Vietnam have been set by organisations and individuals.
In photos: The labourious lives of Vietnam’s salt farmers
The image of diligent women working the salt fields reflect the hardship of this job and are strong reflection of their lives.
Activities celebrate Hanoi’s millennium anniversary
A wide range of activities were held in Hanoi on October 2 to mark the 1,000th anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi.
100 models showcase Vietnam's ao dai in Hanoi
100 models performed in the Ao Dai Festival, as part of Hanoi's 1,000 year anniversary.
Thousands take to the streets to celebrate Hanoi's 1,000th birthday
Thousands of people took to the streets of Hanoi to celebrate the city's 1,000 year anniversary.
Hanoi kicks off its 1,000 year anniversary festivities
The 10 day celebration for Hanoi’s 1,000 year anniversary kicked off this morning, putting the city and its visitors in a festive mood.
Hanoi lights up on the eve of its 1,000 year celebrations
On the night of September 30, people flocked to the city’s centre in anticipation of the grand celebration.
Hanoi’s world record ceramic mural of love
The woman behind the worlds longest mosaic, which calls Hanoi home, shares how she came up with the idea.
A plethora of flowers decorate Hanoi
As Hanoi’s 1,000 year anniversary approaches, its streets have been bombarded with colourful flowers of all types.
Hoan Kiem’s magnificent light show ready to go
Hoan Kiem Lake has become the symbol of Hanoi for its 1,000 year anniversary and is lighting up the skies of the capital city.
Vietnam home to Southeast Asia’s largest stone Buddha
The giant Buddha statue located on the peak of the Phat Tich Mountain in Bac Ninh Province has been inaugurated.
Soulkeeper for paper masks in capital city
A man living in Hanoi is dedicated to making paper masks in an effort to preserve this traditional handicraft industry.
The village where French and Vietnamese architecture collided
Just 15km north of the bustling capital city is Cu Da Village – where poignant reminders of history still live on.
The colours of Mid-Autumn Festival
The Moon is at its brightest of the year tonight, and the Mid-Autumn Festival is in full force across the country.
Travel operators scramble to provide 1,000 year anniversary tours
Travel companies in HCMC are making active preparations for tours to the capital city of Hanoi during its 1,000 year anniversary.
Mid -Autumn Festival’s spirit is in the air
The Mid-Autumn Festival atmosphere has arrived and can be seen on the roads and in towns all over Vietnam.
Vietnam’s special sauce
Viet Ha explores the secrets of one of Vietnam’s most treasured exports, soya sauce.
Vietnam’s traditional ao dai part of 1,000 Year celebration
Some of Vietnam’s greatest beauties came together to pose in the traditional ao dai, a symbol of the nation.
Italy helps to preserve Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Italy, with its expertise in restoring ancient historical buildings and artefacts, such as the city of Genoa, is ready to assist Hanoi to restore and improve its Old Quarter.
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