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Explore the 1,000-year-old Bang An tower: A unique piece of Cham history

Bang An Tower, over 1,000 years old, stands as a unique Cham architectural masterpiece in Vietnam, featuring an octagonal design unlike any other surviving tower in the country today.

American man surprised as three meals cost less than $5

A foreign traveler in Da Nang says he had to spend only VND125,000 for three meals (lunch, tea and dinner) when he was in the city.

Pho with 0.5 kilo of meat served in giant bowls at Hanoi restaurant

Pho (noodle soup served with beef or chicken) is served in a large bowl with eight different types of beef with a total weight of 450 grams. Only 10 bowls of the pho are sold daily at each branch of the pho chain.

Cinema expected to help attract more international tourists

With beautiful landscapes and unique cultural heritages, Vietnam has great potential to promote tourism through cinema.

Japanese visitor declares 54-year-old pho restaurant in HCM City the best

After trying Southern-style pho at a restaurant open since 1970, a Japanese customer declared it the best pho in Ho Chi Minh City, noting the flavorful broth and fresh ingredients.

Thac Ba Lake comes alive with flocks of migratory white storks

As autumn arrives, flocks of white storks return to Thac Ba Lake in Yen Bai, filling the sky above the pristine waters and islands of the 'Ha Long Bay in the mountains.'

International news highlights Vietnam's unusual milk tea noodle creation

Several international news outlets, such as Oddity Central from the UK and MustShareNews from Singapore, have reported on a unique dish of milk tea noodles with beef introduced by a Vietnamese restaurant.

Why Nam Dinh’s bun dua noodles is a must-try

Known for its unique shape and flavor, this noodle dish from Nam Dinh delights with its sweet crab broth and thick, chewy noodles.

Ba Dinh Square: The heart of Hanoi's architectural heritage

Ba Dinh Square is a sacred space that every Vietnamese citizen dreams of visiting at least once. It houses some of the most beautiful and meaningful architectural works in the capital and across the country.

VN sees surge of tourists from visa-exempt countries in 2024

International tourist arrivals to Vietnam from some major markets, like China, Japan, Thailand and Malaysia still lag behind pre-pandemic levels.

Discover Hanoi through unique aerial perspectives

Hanoi’s Ba Dinh Square, Trang Tien Plaza, and other key landmarks are captured from unique perspectives, offering a fresh look at the heart of Vietnam’s capital.

Exploring Bac Hoa Village: Traditional Nung architecture and stunning landscapes

Bac Hoa Village in Bac Giang is not just a place of historical significance, but also a destination rich in culture and nature.

American chef lavishes praise on North-South fusion pho

Pho, or noodle soup served with beef or chicken, is a traditional Vietnamese dish famous worldwide. However, there are many flavors of pho made with different recipes.

Hanoi crowned Asia's best culinary city, outshines Tokyo and Bangkok

Hanoi has surpassed famous culinary capitals like Tokyo and Bangkok, earning the title of "Asia's Best Culinary City" in the prestigious World Culinary Awards.

Horseshoe crab: Quang Ninh’s famous specialty that's hard to find

The horseshoe crab, found along Quang Ninh’s coast, is a famous yet elusive delicacy, prized for its versatility in creating up to 8 dishes, but challenging to source due to its rarity.

Pho keeps Korean tourists coming back to this Da Nang restaurant

Korean tourists in Da Nang shared their top recommendation for pho, stating they could eat it over and over again without getting bored.

Quang Ninh gets ready for busy cruise season

According to the Quang Ninh Department of Tourism, from October 18 to December 30, the locality is scheduled to receive as many as 14 cruise ships.

Unusually deep lake discovered in Phong Nha - Ke Bang national park

An expedition team of Jungle Boss Trekking Tours of Vietnam have just discovered a lake with unexpected depth and coldness in the core area of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park in central Quang Binh province.

Da Nang hospital offers lifeline to foreign tourist

Hospital 199, a leading medical facility in Da Nang City, has successfully treated a foreign tourist with a severe kidney condition.

Nha Trang Bay submarine services pilot programme extended to March 2025

The pilot submarine service in Nha Trang Bay was initially approved by the Prime Minister through document issued on October 30, 2020.