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Hanoi - four seasons in one day

 VietNamNet Bridge – Hanoi is cold at night and in early morning with lower temperature. However, at noon and late afternoon, it is as warm as in summer. It seems to experience all four seasons in one day.

Hanoi to install cameras at bus stations

 VietNamNet Bridge – As many as 40 surveillance cameras will be installed at bus stations to assist authorities with traffic management, said a Hanoi Police official.

Exhibition showcases Da Lat City souvenirs

  An exhibition zone displaying more than 1,000 ancient Da Lat City souvenirs was inaugurated by Lam Dong Province's Culture Centre in Ly Tu Trong Street cultural centre on December 22.

Vietnam’s first wildlife park launched in Phu Quoc Island

 The Vingroup officially opened the wildlife conservation park Vinpearl Safari in Phu Quoc island in the southern province of Kien Giang on December 24.

Vietnam aviation sector braces for New Year rush

Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat International Airport and airlines have begun to implement decongestion measures to cope with the expected rush during Lunar New Year in early February.

Top places in Hanoi to celebrate Christmas

 VietNamNet Bridge – Soon it will be Christmas Day in Hanoi and celebrations are brewing. Here’s our short list of top spots to enjoy the special day and may this day be filled with many well wishes for you and your family.

Unique dorms finding favor

 Hostels with dormitory rooms have been gaining in popularity in Da Lat and Hanoi over recent times, with a lot of newcomers joining the market.

Linh Phuoc - Temple of virtue

 Located at Trai Mat, eight kilometres from the centre of Dalat, Linh Phuoc Pagoda is famous, thanks to its structure, which is intricately adorned with millions of pieces of broken bottles and ceramics.

In pictures: The magic of mustard fields in Hanoi

 Every year, towards the beginning of December, many fields in Hanoi and surrounding region come alive with a brilliant carpet of yellow, orange and gold.

Hired Santa Claus services make big money in Hanoi

 Hanoians are increasingly turning to renting pretend Santas during the festive period.

A glimpse of peaceful Triem Tay village

 A ten-minute boat ride from the ancient town of Hoi An via Thanh Ha pottery village’s dock, or over 20 minutes through Cam Kim ferry passing Kim Bong carpentry village, will take you to a little peaceful village trimmed with the green of bamboo.

Vietnam Airlines offers cheap airfares on New Year

 The national flag carrier, Vietnam Airlines is launching promotional program on local routes from now until December 30.

Airlines must pay for delays

Airlines have paid passengers total compensation of around VND10 billion (US$450,000) since July for delayed flights after the Ministry of Transport issued a circular making such fines mandatory.

New Year atmosphere overwhelms Hoi An ancient town

 A wide range of activities will be organised in the central province of Quang Nam’s Hoi An city on the threshold of the New Year 2016 as part of the local authority’s efforts to lure more visitors to the world cultural heritage.

Vietnam suffers from rising air pollution

 VietNamNet Bridge – Increased traffic and on-going construction in Hanoi and HCM City have driven air pollution beyond safe levels, especially in terms of dust concentration.

Visit Ca Mau – Vietnam’s southernmost province

 VietNamNet Bridge - Bestowed with natural features, this 300-year-old land is the ending point of Vietnam.

Photo contest promotes Vietnam’s tourism

 A photo contest themed “Vietnam today” was launched in Hanoi on December 17, aiming to promote the country’s tourism in the eyes of domestic and international tourists.

Passenger vehicles permitted to drive through Vietnam-China border

 Mong Cai city in the northern province of Quang Ninh has allowed certain travel companies to provide tours of the city for Chinese tourists with border passes on a trial basis.

Ambassadors to Vietnam invited to visit Son Doong Cave

 Ambassadors to Vietnam will be invited to visit one of the world’s largest cave - Son Doong - in the central province of Quang Binh in May 2016.

Vietnam promotes tourism in Hong Kong

 The Vietnam Administration of Tourism (VNAT) and the national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines held a seminar on December 14 in Hong Kong (China) to promote Vietnam’s tourism industry in the territory.