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Iconic 'Shark Jaw' building near Hoan Kiem Lake now nearly gone

Hanoi’s famous café and restaurant tower is being cleared to create underground public space, with demolition expected to finish by August.

Thap Thap Pagoda: Gia Lai's 350-year-old Buddhist heritage

A 350-year-old Buddhist temple in Gia Lai, Thap Thap Pagoda embodies Vietnam’s spiritual and artistic legacy.

Ancient nail-free wooden house stands firm in modern Ho Chi Minh City

A Nguyen-era wooden home crafted with no nails preserves rare heirlooms and timeless elegance.

Asia’s longest Arhat corridor carved from 2,500 tons of stone

The Bai Dinh Temple’s Arhat corridor, featuring 500 stone statues over 1,700 meters, is now the longest in Asia.

Ancient Buddha statues, national treasures showcased in Ho Chi Minh City

Seventeen national treasures, including the ancient Dong Duong Buddha statue and the oldest wooden Buddha figures in Southeast Asia, are now on display at the HCM City Museum of History.

Snails and sonatas: Hanoi shop owner wins hearts with violin

Mr. Sy’s passion for music transforms his humble snail shop into a one-of-a-kind experience.

18,000 temples ring peace bells as Vietnam marks historic transition

At exactly 6 a.m. on July 1, more than 18,000 Buddhist temples across Vietnam rang three ceremonial bells and Bat Nha drums, initiating a solemn prayer ceremony for national peace and prosperity.

Ancient Vom Pagoda shelters Vietnam’s largest cliff-carved Buddha

Nestled in a rocky cliff in Thanh Hoa, Vom Pagoda features a unique 6-meter stone Buddha statue.

Everyday beauty of Miss Vietnam 2024 Ha Truc Linh

Miss Vietnam 2024, Ha Truc Linh, exudes a blend of modern elegance, youthful charm, and occasional bold fashion choices.

Untouched island near Nha Trang stuns with clear waters and rich culture

Bich Dam Island (Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa) is emerging as a viral summer destination on social media, drawing travelers to experience its raw, tranquil beauty and rustic charm.

Summer serenity in Y Ty: Waterfalls, cloud forests, and local culture

With smooth travel via the Hanoi–Lao Cai expressway, fresh mountain air, and cool summer temperatures around 20°C, Y Ty plateau has become a favored retreat for beating the heat.

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly and UNESCO Director-General attend youth art exhibition

UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay and Madam Ngo Phuong Ly visit the Women’s Museum in Hanoi to support girls’ education and empowerment.

Cave pagoda goes viral after monk’s TikTok videos captivate millions

Hidden in a rocky cave in Bac Kan province, Thach Long Pagoda has recently drawn increased attention thanks to viral TikTok livestreams by monk Thich Khai Quang.

No hands, no limits: Student conquers exam with determination

Vietnamese student with no limbs completes national exam alone using elbow technique.

700-year-old guardian statues at Binh Dinh pagoda declared national treasures

Inside an ancient pagoda in Binh Dinh province stand two national treasures known as “Mr. Black” and “Mr. Red” - the largest, most beautiful, and most intact Cham stone statues of the Thap Mam artistic style still in existence.

Over 7,000 troops conduct first full rehearsal for National Day parade

In preparation for Vietnam's 80th National Day, thousands of troops from across the country joined the military parade's first coordinated rehearsal.

Honoring Buddha and patriots at Truc Lam Zen monastery

Chua Nan in Thanh Hoa blends spiritual peace with patriotic reverence.

Cai Chien Island: A quiet beach haven just 4 hours from Hanoi

A small island in Quang Ninh, with smooth white-sand beaches, dense casuarina groves, and emerald green waters, offers a peaceful escape without the crowds.

Bo Da Pagoda houses world’s oldest Buddhist woodblock scriptures

Bo Da Pagoda in Viet Yen, Bac Giang, not only features a unique architectural style and Vietnam’s largest stupa garden - it also safeguards the world’s oldest woodblock Buddhist scriptures.

Inside Hai Phong’s brand-new $240 million international container port

Strategic seaport project advances Vietnam’s logistics with private sector innovation.