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Tuyen Quang boasts poetic mountainous landscapes

The noreastern province of Tuyen Quang has a forest coverage of nearly 85 percent of its land area, and 8,000 hectares of lakes with poetic landscapes.

Foreign tourists to contribute to tourism development fund

 Measure included in amended Law on Tourism passed by National Assembly on June 19.

Quang Binh cave festival kicks off

 Son Doong Cave in central Quang Binh province has been recognised as the world’s largest and most beautiful natural cave by the World Records Union and the World Record Association.

Most three-wheel vehicles in Hanoi unlicensed

 VietNamNet Bridge – Only 30 three-wheeled vehicles have been licenced to operate in Ha Noi, whereas up to 99 per cent of the remaining three-wheelers in the city are illegal, 

A glance at Tay Ninh, the capital of Caodaism

Founded in 1926 in Tay Ninh province, the Caodaism worships the Divine Eye, known as the eye of heaven and a symbol of its supreme being. It is now the third largest religion in Vietnam.

APEC seeks to promote sustainable tourism development

 Encouraging the participation of local people is part of the measures to promote sustainable tourism development. The issue was put on table at an APEC high level policy dialogue in northern Quang Ninh province on June 19.

Hanoi authorities again raise controversial motorbike ban

 VietNamNet Bridge – Hanoi authorities have again claimed there is sufficient legal ground to implement the draft resolution on banning motorbike in the inner city.

Da Sy – time-honored blacksmith craft village

 Da Sy village is located in an area which is home to many celebrities. It is also one of the most famous blacksmith craft villages in the northern delta region.

Touring scenic spots in Quang Ngai

 An mountain and Tra river are the iconic spots of Quang Ngai’s numerous beautiful landscapes.

Da Nang launches summer tourism programme

 The Tourism Department of the central city of Da Nang officially launched the programme “Da Nang - Summer Destination 2017” on June 17.

Five antique streets you should not miss in HCM City

Le Cong Kieu, No Trang Long, and Tran Nhan Ton antique streets are must-see destinations in Ho Chi Minh City which attract many domestic and foreign tourists.

Visa exemption extended for five European countries

The Government has agreed to extend a visa exemption policy for citizens from the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain and Italy, from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018.

Hanoi to recycle construction waste

Ha Noi authorities have approved a construction waste recycling project that can replace some of the materials used in building pavements and rural roads.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park admission prices discounted

 Tourists will receive a 20% discount off the Phong Nha cave fee and 30% off the Tien Son cave fee from June 15 to 20, to mark the occasion of Quang Binh Cave Festival 2017.

Tourist attractions face hotel room shortages this summer

 Guest rooms in Dalat and Phan Thiet, especially at two-star hotels and those of higher ranking, are fully booked, making it hard for tourists to find rooms for their summer vacations.

Bac Waterfall – an exotic destination in Sapa

Those who long for a place without earsplitting noises and with a tranquil space and poetic landscapes to escape the sultry atmosphere and stuffy city life and experience a slow pace of life are advised to visit Bac Waterfall.

Community tourism in Sapa

 With its beautiful natural landscape and unique cultural identity of ethnic minorities, Sa Pa town, in Lao Cai province, is focusing on developing community-based tourism (homestay).

Hanoi to host food culture exchange

Ninety booths showcasing international and Hanoi cuisine will be opened at an event entitled “Hanoi Food Culture Exchange” on June 16 and 17.

Luxury hotels to boom in HCM City

 The Ho Chi Minh City market will mainly focus on the luxury segment in the 2017-2020 period.

Three days to discover Kien Giang beaches and islands

The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang attracts large numbers of visitors in summer, thanks to a series of beautiful islands, particularly the most famous one, the Phu Quoc.