Painting a picture of Hanoi through traditional gifts
With the exciting atmosphere of Hanoi’s anniversary, traditional presents have won the hearts of visitors.
Hanoi Museum makes debut
An inauguration ceremony for Hanoi Museum was held in Hanoi to mark the 1,000th anniversary of Thang Long – Hanoi.
Ancient calligraphy exhibition opens at Temple of Literature
A calligraphy exhibition took place at the Temple of Literature in Hanoi to mark the 1,000 year Thang Long-Hanoi anniversary.
Ceramic Road sets new world record
The Ceramic Road along the Red River in Hanoi received a certificate from the Guiness World Records.
Dong Van Stone Plateau recognised as world geopark
Dong Van Stone Plateau in Ha Giang Province was recognised as a new member of the Global Network of National Geoparks.
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.
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