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The fire never sleeps: A Da Nang village keeps its Tet tradition alive

In the heart of Da Nang, generations of artisans rise before dawn to keep a centuries-old craft alive, one sesame cracker at a time.

A 300-year-old mountain temple draws pilgrims with rare jade Buddha

Built in the 17th century, Phuc Son Pagoda stands as a living cultural relic, now enhanced by an 8-tonne jade Buddha that draws pilgrims year-round.

Vietnam’s chrysanthemum capital races against time for Tet

As night falls over Nghia Hiep flower village (Quang Ngai Province), a gentle glow brightens the fields. Hundreds of chrysanthemum gardens are lit up overnight, as farmers "wake" their flowers to ensure they bloom in time for Tet 2026.

US$1,200 kumquat tree stuns Tet buyers in Hanoi’s famed flower village

After 10 years of shaping, a horse-shaped kumquat tree worth over USD 1,200 has become the centerpiece of Tu Lien flower village in Hanoi ahead of Tet.

Life on water: How a village in Vietnam thrives on floating homes

A flood-prone commune in Quang Tri province has found an ingenious way to live with rising waters - floating houses that rise and fall with the river.

The art behind VN's bronze portraits: Ninh Binh masters work round the clock

As Tet draws near, demand for spiritual offerings, zodiac statues, and bronze gift items has surged, sending the bronze casting village of Van Diem (Y Yen commune, Ninh Binh province) into a flurry of activity.

The rarest royal embroidery: Preserved treasure from Nguyen dynasty

A rare "nine dragons" embroidered artwork from Vietnam’s Nguyen dynasty, now privately owned by a man in Ninh Binh, is drawing attention for its historical significance and remarkably preserved condition.

2025 in pictures: Unforgettable moments captured on VietnamNet

From powerful parades to devastating floods and sweeping reforms, 2025 was a year etched into Vietnam’s collective memory - captured vividly through images on VietnamNet.

Hundreds of villas left idle as inspectorate flags major infractions in Da Nang

A sprawling urban development project in northwest Da Nang, once valued at over VND 4,400 billion, is now a ghost town of unfinished villas and overgrown lots.

Festive crowds bring Hanoi and HCMC to a standstill on New Year’s Eve

From Hoan Kiem Lake to the Saigon River, people flocked to public spaces to count down the final moments of 2025.

Holiday exodus begins: Crowds leave Hanoi for 2026 New Year break

As the last working day of 2025 ended, a wave of people flooded out of Hanoi through major exit points, either heading back to their hometowns or starting trips for the 2026 New Year holiday.

Daily fire offering and stone prayer rituals at Saigon’s 100-year-old temple

Every day, hundreds of people visit the Mariamman Temple in Ho Chi Minh City to offer sacred fire and press their faces against stone in prayer - a gesture of deep reverence and a plea for peace.

‘Wave-free bay’ in Ninh Binh stuns tourists with mirror-like waters

Van Long Lagoon in Ninh Binh, famed as Vietnam’s “wave-free bay,” captivates visitors with tranquil boat rides and breathtaking scenery.

Luxury trains spark travel craze to Bac Ninh and Hai Phong

Two upscale train experiences-"Hanoi 5 Cua O – The Hanoi Train" to Bac Ninh and "Hoa Phuong Do" to Hai Phong-are proving to be a major draw for travelers during the upcoming New Year holiday.

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City glow in Christmas colors

From Hanoi’s St. Joseph’s Cathedral to Saigon’s Notre Dame, thousands of people filled the streets on Christmas Eve, embracing the festive glow and joyful spirit of the season.

French-era buildings on Vietnam’s most expensive street get a fresh coat

A facelift for Le Loi Street revives colonial architecture and urban charm in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City.

Southern Vietnam’s most instagrammable christmas spots are churches this year

Explore Vietnam’s most photogenic Christmas displays, including a glowing light tunnel and cave made from recycled materials.

Vietnam’s largest Christmas cave stuns visitors in Ninh Binh

A Christmas grotto covering more than 500 square meters and standing 25 meters tall - constructed from over 6,000m³ of rock over six months - is captivating thousands of visitors in Ninh Binh this holiday season.

Churches in Ho Chi Minh City transform into Christmas wonderlands

As the Christmas season of 2025 approaches, many churches across Ho Chi Minh City have transformed into radiant landmarks, donning vibrant light displays and festive decorations that are attracting flocks of visitors and photographers.

35-meter Christmas tree made of conical hats draws crowds in Dong Nai

Cây thông Noel cao 35m, được kết từ gần 3.000 chiếc nón lá tại Đồng Nai đã lên đèn, khiến người dân và du khách tìm đến tham quan, chụp ảnh.