Huangyao ancient town

Welcoming a delegation from the Lao province led by its provincial Party Committee Secretary and Governor Santiphap Phomvihane, Secretary of Quang Nam’s Party Committee Phan Viet Cuong expressed his honor to receive a high-ranking delegation of Savannakhet for the first time. He said that 2022 marks a special milestone in the two countries’ relations as they are celebrating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations and the 45th anniversary of the signing of the Vietnam - Laos Treaty of Amity and Cooperation. Santiphap Phomvihane told the host that Savannakhet is Laos’ second largest province and considered the country’s economic centre. It has strengths of developing agriculture, forestry and mining. He said that the province has a French ancient town and is planning to restore and preserve it for tourism development, but does not have much experience in this field. Therefore, within the framework of this visit, Savannakhet wishes to exchange experience … [Read more...] about Lao province seeks cooperation in ancient town preservation with Quang Nam

South Korean singer Joseph Kwon on Wednesday released his latest music video – an ode to popular tourist attractions across Vietnam in commemoration of 30 years of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and South Korea. Ta Quang Dong, deputy minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, and Ha Van Sieu, deputy director of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism, were among those present at the music video premiere, which was held in Hanoi. During the ceremony, Joseph Kwon officially released two songs, Butterfly Flakes and Waiting For You, 5000 Years , both of which he composed and performed. The music video for Waiting For You, 5000 Years was shot between May 17 and July 12 at landmarks in several Vietnamese provinces including Hanoi; Cuc Phuong National Park and Trang An Landscape Complex in Ninh Binh Province; Ba Be Lake in Bac Kan Province; Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh Province; Ho Chi Minh City; Mui Ne Ward, Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province; Sa Pa Town, Lao Cai … [Read more...] about South Korean singer releases music video promoting Vietnam’s tourism

The move aims at protecting the local environment and promoting tourism. Tourists are discouraged from bringing bottles, plastic bags, or things related to pollution to Co To Island, from September 1. Visitors join hands to collect trash on the beach. Photos: quangninh.gov.vn This is the pilot plan conducted by the People’s Committee of Co To Island District in the northern province of Quang Ninh, under a scheme to turn the locality into a high-quality tourism center of Vietnam as well as part of the sustainable development strategy of the locality. According to the district, the fast-growing tourism industry has affected natural resources in the island district, with risks of plastic pollution. The authorities require the cooperation of travel companies and transport companies to guide visitors on environmental practices when they arrive at the destination. "It's not a ban," a district representative told local media. "For the foreseeable future, we … [Read more...] about Plastics discouraged on Co To island

Photos of women wearing ‘non la,’ Vietnam’s traditional conical hat, taken by 17 female photographers from a club run by the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists (VAPA) are on display at the Ho Chi Minh City Photography Association (HOPA) headquarters in District 1. The exhibition, which features 74 stunning photos, is aptly named 'Non La in Life' and will be open to visitors at 122 Suong Nguyet Anh Street in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City until August 16. Despite the obstacles of health, age, and family responsibilities, the 17 female photographers still manage to find time to travel throughout the country in search of creative inspiration. The fruits of these efforts have earned them several awards in national and international photography competitions. The Vietnamese traditional ‘non la’ hat is woven with different types of readily available materials, such as palm leaves, tree bark, bamboo, and, mainly, conical leaves. It is used to cover the head and shield the … [Read more...] about Female photographers showcase ‘non la’ photos at Ho Chi Minh City exhibition

The miscellanea “Doc duong” by Nguyen Ngoc (Photo: thethaovanhoa.vn ) Hanoi (VNA) – A seminar on the Vietnam – France culture interference from the perspective of writer Nguyen Ngoc will be held by the French Institute in Vietnam and Nha Nam Culture and Communications Company on August 13. In his miscellanea “Doc duong”, including 34 articles and literary notes recently released, the writer highlights the culture interference between Vietnam and France in the early 20th century, and prominent intellectual figures of Vietnam in the period. The early 2 0th century was a period of important historical movements, which witnessed the strong culture interference between France and Vietnam, and the coming into being of a generation of outstanding intellectuals such as Phan Boi Chau, Phan Chau Trinh, and Huynh Thuc Khang who approached both Eastern and Western culture s. Ngoc's work features articles related to his literary and cultural activities, and excerpts from … [Read more...] about Seminar to spotlight Vietnam – France culture interference

The program will preserve and promote traditional cultural values. Vietnam will adopt clean and high-tech agricultural models linked with tourism development, according to a decision signed by Standing Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh early this month. Under the decision, a rural tourism development program will be executed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development within the framework of a movement to build new rural areas in the 2021-2025 period. Local tourists enjoy farming activities in Quang Ninh Province. Photo: Yen Duc Travel Company Promoting rural tourism is one of the key tasks of the National Target Program on New Rural Development for 2021-2025, which focuses on changing farming and rural economy mindset, thereby contributing to supporting localities to realize new rural construction goals in a sustainable manner. According to the program, rural tourism will be built in a sustainable and inclusive manner with multiple values, … [Read more...] about Vietnam boosts agro-tourism model

Regent Phu Quoc on the island’s Long Beach opened its doors to tourists in April. Situated next to a UNESCO-recognized world biosphere reserve, the resort has 302 suites and villas, and its six restaurants and bars serve Japanese and French cuisines in addition to traditional Vietnamese food. A night’s stay costs from US$365. Wink Hotel Saigon Center on Nguyen Binh Khiem Street in Ho Chi Minh City began to welcome tourists last year amid the Covid crisis. Designed by a Paris-based agency, it has 273 rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows that allow guests to see the bustling streets of Vietnam’s southern hub. “Wink honors Vietnam's famous street food culture in the form of ‘Wink Carts’ for easy breakfasts and lunches, while guests are guaranteed a 24-hour stay regardless of check-in time, unlimited à la carte breakfast and free passes to a co-working space,” CNN said. Room rents start at … [Read more...] about 8 hot new hotels in Vietnam according to CNN