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Unveiling the sacred map of Pho Hien's spiritual heritage

Pho Hien, a once-thriving international port, now preserves a profound spiritual landscape connecting East and West.

Chinese tourists can make QR code payments in Vietnam from December 2

From December 2, Chinese visitors to Vietnam can use their familiar mobile payment apps to scan VIETQR Global codes and make direct payments at shopping, dining and tourist locations nationwide.

Bac Ninh’s culinary treasures: From raw fish salad to rice paper exports

From hand-rolled rice paper to pickled cucumber delights, Bac Ninh’s food scene is both humble and world-class.

Centuries-old oil tree stands tall in the middle of the road in An Giang

In the border commune of Ba Chuc, a 300-year-old tree has become a symbol of resilience and remembrance amid a tragic past.

What to see in Can Tho’s busiest ward: A guide to Ninh Kieu

After a recent administrative merge, Ninh Kieu became the most populous ward in Can Tho, offering an array of must-visit landmarks.

Tourists pack Hanoi’s train street days after safety sweep

Despite recent enforcement, sidewalk cafés along the tracks near Kham Thien–Le Duan are back in full swing.

Ancient temple in Vietnam preserves 500-year-old Buddha statue

Four-Faced Pagoda, located in Thuan Hoa Commune, Can Tho City (formerly part of Chau Thanh District, Soc Trang Province), is home to a sacred stone Buddha statue believed to be nearly five centuries old.

Couple in their late 70s turn century-old stilt house into family-style homestay

All travelers visiting the homestay are greeted warmly by the couple, who welcome them as if they were their own children returning home. Since starting the tourism business, the couple say they have felt happier and healthier.

Expat TikTokers, YouTubers become Vietnam’s unexpected global ambassadors

YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and podcasts are producing Vietnam-focused content created by expatriates and travellers, racking up billions of views and reshaping global perceptions of the Southeast Asian nation.

Foreign visitor tries unusual specialty in Ninh Binh, praises it as 'must-try'

An American visitor found a Ninh Binh specialty not only flavorful but appealing as well because of its crunchy, chewy ingredient, the gao fruit.

Riding through time: Hanoi–Bac Ninh train offers cultural immersion on rails

At 8 a.m. sharp, Nguyen Thuy Duong and her friends eagerly boarded a train unlike any other - the “Hanoi 5 Gates – The Hanoi Train,” a new cultural tourism journey that runs from Hanoi Station to Tu Son Station in Bac Ninh.

Mysteries unveiled in a centuries-old village hall in Thanh Hoa

Thanh Nga communal house in Hoang Son commune, Thanh Hoa province, is not just a site of spiritual gathering - it is also home to a rare trove of royal edicts that span centuries.

Hanoi attracts nearly 31 million visitors in January-November

Hanoi welcomed 30.94 million visitors in the first 11 months of 2025, up 22.1% year on year, while tourism revenue reached 120.6 trillion VND (4.57 billion USD), an increase of 20.7%.

Vietnam introduces unique tourism, travel cooperation potential in Australia

A programme to promote popular tourist destinations in Vietnam, and connections with travel businesses in Australia was held by the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism in Sydney on November 27.

Gia Lai approves three super marina tourism projects

Gia Lai on November 28 handed over investment licences to Arque Degi JSC for implementation of three strategic floating urban - tourism projects with a combined capital of about 8.5 trillion VND (322.31 million USD).

Explore a thousand-year-old cave with three realms in Ninh Binh

Visitors to Vai Gioi cave in Ninh Binh ascend nearly 450 steps to reach a natural marvel shaped over a thousand years.

Da Nang can lead Vietnam’s creative industries with its unique assets

Da Nang is the only city in central Vietnam that owns both rich heritage and advanced technology - two key “treasures” for developing its cultural industries.

A golden meadow in Quang Ninh: ‘Little Da Lat’ enters its dreamiest season

Phoenix Peak in Vang Danh Ward, Quang Ninh Province, is now entering its most beautiful season of the year - its rolling grasslands ablaze in golden hues and its pine-studded slopes drawing visitors in search of calm and scenic escapes.

American tourist tries duck delicacy and ‘weird but tasty’ treats in Thanh Hoa

At a remote market in Pu Luong, a US visitor is introduced to Vietnam’s most exotic dishes.

The hidden story behind a 100-year-old temple in Can Tho

Binh Thuy Temple in Can Tho tells the legend of a village born after a great storm, now preserved as a national heritage site.