For nearly a century, the ruins of Hai Ly Church have stood against crashing waves on Vietnam's northern coast. Battered by storms and coastal erosion, the remains have become a striking reminder of environmental change and a lasting symbol of faith.

Vietnamese Women's Day falls on Tuesday, October 20, in 2026. From sunset river rides and balcony cafes to cultural museums and mangrove forests, Ho Chi Minh City offers plenty of ways to celebrate with loved ones, even on a busy weekday.

Known as the filming location for several mystery-themed productions, Sao Ha, a remote Hmong settlement in Van Chai Hamlet, Yen Minh Commune, Tuyen Quang Province, has become a popular tourist destination under the nickname "Hell Village."

Lien's herbal chicken noodle shop on Hang Bo Street in Hanoi has been a favorite late-night dining spot for 34 years. 

Buried by centuries of upheaval, the Tran Dynasty's ancestral temple in Quang Ninh is gradually revealing its past through archaeological discoveries, while traditional rituals keep the royal family's heritage alive.

Set against Bang Mountain in Vietnam’s Ninh Binh province, Lac Khoai Pagoda preserves ancient stone inscriptions and traditional architecture, alongside memories of its role as a base for revolutionary activities.

With layered terracotta roofs, Gothic Revival arches and a tower rising 53 meters, the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help offers a different perspective on the architecture of Hue, Vietnam’s former imperial capital.

Hidden among fruit trees in Da Nang’s ancient Loc Yen village, a nearly 160-year-old jackfruit-wood house holds intricate carvings, family heirlooms and a table whose top turns beneath visitors’ hands.

Rising above Trau Hill in Do Vinh ward, Khanh Hoa province, the red-brick Po Klong Garai towers preserve centuries of Cham architectural artistry and remain a sacred site where the Cham community maintains traditional rituals and cultural heritage.

Driving about 300km from Hanoi to Lao Cai, the family of Dinh Ngoc Huy spent three days camping on the Coc Sam grassland. The vast grassy hills and chilly weather made them forget the fatigue of the long journey.

In northern Vietnam's Khuoi My, ripening rice turns mountainsides into sweeping ribbons of gold. 

The Saigon River pedestrian bridge in HCM City is scheduled to have its main arch joined on October 21, following successful factory load tests on its 3,400-tone arch structure and supporting frame ahead of transportation to the installation site.

Vietnamese tourists to Russia will be given a one-year visa exemption, reported the Vietnam News Agency correspondent in Moscow.

The Government has approved a pilot visa exemption scheme for Chinese citizens travelling in groups to Khanh Hoa during the Vietnam–China Tourism Cooperation Year 2026–2027, according to a resolution signed on October 12.

In early October, the area beneath the Lung Cu National Flag Tower in Tuyen Quang enters its most beautiful flower season, drawing visitors eager to admire the scenery, explore local culture and experience the lives of ethnic minority communities.

Here are five well-known noodle shops in Ba Dinh Ward, Hanoi. Diners can choose from fish noodle soup, crab noodle soup, snail noodle soup or grilled pork with noodles, depending on their preferences.

Perched on a hillside in central Vietnam's former imperial capital, Thien Lam Pagoda stands out for its golden stupa, striking Buddha statues and Theravada architecture rarely seen among Hue's historic temples.

In Hai Phong, a Catholic church completed in 1916 preserves intricate Asian carvings within its towering ironwood structure. Surviving storms and historical upheavals, it remains a cherished symbol of faith, family memory and community devotion.

November brings vibrant flowers, scenic landscapes and seasonal delicacies across Vietnam, making it an ideal time to explore the country.