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.

Ambassador Marc Knapper, in a recent interview with VietNamNet, highlighted Vietnam’s premier island as an ideal fusion of natural beauty, luxury, and eco-conscious tourism-tailor-made for American travelers.

As the global Halal tourism market continues to expand rapidly, Da Nang is well positioned to tap this high-potential segment by building a friendly, inclusive and internationally compliant destination for Muslim travellers.

In Bac Giang Ward of Bac Ninh Province, a humble dish made from simple ingredients like field crab, ground pork, and ripe tomatoes is winning over diners with its unique and flavorful profile.

An unassuming café tucked behind a narrow alleyway in Hanoi opens into a world of nostalgia, complete with a sunlit balcony overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake.

Chuong Pagoda in Hung Yen is famed not just for its ancient beauty, but a legend of a golden bell from the Red River.

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.

Just 40km from Hanoi, ancient villages preserve architectural wonders and living crafts that define the spirit of Vietnamese heritage.

A once-a-year delicacy, termite mushrooms have become a cherished seasonal treasure for locals in Vinh Long and food connoisseurs alike, prized for their natural sweetness and tender texture.

At noon on Lo Duc Street in Hanoi, a sidewalk eatery is packed with diners.

The Hanoi People’s Committee has proposed a new plan to reroute train traffic through the city center, suggesting that trains from the south stop at Hanoi Station and those from the north end their journey at Gia Lam Station.

Based on Agoda’s comparison of accommodation bookings between January-November last year and the same period in 2024, Sapa climbed 15 places in the rankings of Asia’s top 100 destinations, making it the fastest-growing destination in the region.

At nearly 400 years old, the Snow Mountain statue at Keo Pagoda remains remarkably intact - a silent masterpiece carved from lost knowledge.

An American YouTuber finds his favorite dessert in a back alley of Saigon-grilled banana in sticky rice, a treat CNN once called one of the world’s best.

Hanoi’s street food continues to win the hearts of international visitors, not only for its distinctive flavours but also for the unique dining spaces and lifestyle it reflects.

Vietnam’s tourism sector closed out 2025 with an unprecedented achievement: a record-high 21.2 million international arrivals, marking a 20.4% surge over 2024.

A gentle ride on a buffalo cart through the rice fields beneath the ancient walls of Ho Citadel is emerging as a beloved experience among travelers visiting Thanh Hoa province.

Delicacies from Hung Yen like hammock-fried carp and nem thun thut take up to 10 hours to prepare and impress diners with their bold flavors and unique appearance.

If Vietnam wants to improve its standing, it must adopt a long-term, in-depth and flexible promotion strategy, especially as those on tourism brand and product development are set to expire by the end of this year.

The trains may bring danger, but the street brings soul. Must Hanoi choose?