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My Tam listed nominee at Big Apple Music Awards 2017

 Pop star My Tam has been named in a list of nominees at the Big Apple Music Awards (BAMA), according to the official Facebook page of the awards.

Miss France and Miss Universe Flora Coquerel to grace the red carpet in Hanoi

Designer Hoang Hai has unveiled that French model, former Miss France and Miss Universe, Flora Coquerel has accepted an invitation to grace the red carpet at his upcoming fashion show in Hanoi.

Boat repairman passionate for antiques

 The Luc Nam river is well-known for endless alluvium that makes up the soil in Luc Nam and Luc Ngan district, the two biggest fruit granarys in Bac Giang province. However, the river also has its own story that few people know about.

Closing parade for Hue Festival

The 2017 Hue Festival closed on May 1, following four fun filled days of activities, with an intriguing parade through the city streets that left deep impressions on festivalgoers.

The carpentry craft of Kim Bong village

 The picture that comes to mind when thinking of Hoi An is of magical multi-coloured lanterns lighting up  the meandering Hoai River, the town’s signature yellow-painted old houses or the little charming cafés and shops in the old town.

Hanoi launches first book street

 Hanoi’s first book street made its debut at December 19 Street in Hoan Kiem District on May 1 with the participation of 16 publishing units and a large number of book lovers.

Terracotta park preserves pottery trade in Hoi An

 Nguyen Van Nguyen has been surrounded by pottery from an early age. His latest project, a terracotta park on the outskirts of Hoi An, aims to revitalise the ancient craft. 

Vietnamese films screened at ASEAN film fest in Thailand

 Two Vietnamese films namely “Thau Chin o Xiem” (Ho Chi Minh in Siam) and "Cha va con” (Father and Son) have been screened at the 2017 ASEAN Film Festival in Bangkok, Thailand. 

Hanoi launches first book street

 Hanoi’s first Book Street made its debut on March 1 at 19/12 Street of Hoan Kiem district, aiming to promote reading culture and develop a learning society for the country’s sustainable development.

Da Nang shines on fireworks festival’s opening night

The 2017 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) kicked off in the central city on April 30, drawing eight teams from Italy, Austria, China, Japan, the UK, Australia, Switzerland and Vietnam.

A meeting with author-illustrator Jean-Charles Sarrazin

An exhibition-discussion with French author and illustrator Jean-Charles Sarrazin will take place at L’Espace, 24 Trang Tien Street, Hanoi from May 6 to 16. This is a chance to take a look at his three books recently published in Vietnam. 

French films “Je Fais la Mort” and “Astérix – Le domaine des Dieux”to be screened in Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge - “Je Fais la Mort”, a movie by French director Jean-Paul Salomé, will be introduced at L’Espace, 24 Trang Tien, Hanoi on May 5.

Life of Nung people in Phuc Sen valley

Phuc Sen commune in Cao Bang province has become known as the homeland of the Nung An ethnic group with signature stone fences in front of their houses. 

Performance of “Romeo and Juliette” by Comédie Fraçaise Theater

 VietNamNet Bridge - Institut Français de Hanoi – L’Espace will hold the screening of the theatrical performance of “Romeo and Juliet” by actors from the Comédie Fraçaise theater, France on May 20.

An Giang to host Food and Tourism Week

 The southern Mekong Delta province of An Giang will host a Food and Tourism Week from May 16 to 25 at Vĩnh Đông Trade Centre in Châu Đốc City.

Unique culture of the Churu

 Churu culture leaves visitors to Vietnam’s Central Highlands with unforgettable memories. The Churu people have faithfully preserved their traditional costumes, folklore, and handicrafts.

Coalition to host weeklong Book Festival in Hanoi

 A coalition of publishing houses has unveiled plans to host a weeklong Book Festival on 19/12 Street in the Hoan Kiem District of the capital city of Hanoi starting on May 1.

Hanoi’s gastronomy values yet fully tapped

 Through Internet, Bryan and Jenifer were eager to experience the diversified and fine cuisine of Hanoi. However, while visiting the city they found it hard to explore the city’s culinary culture.

Bonsai, rose show cheers nature lovers

 More than 200 meticulously shaped bonsai trees and 300 different species of roses are on display at an exhibition at Thang Long Rose Park in Hanoi’s Thanh Trì district.

Da Nang: Cuisines become highlight of fireworks festival

 A food court dedicated to Vietnamese and international cuisines is open to visitors to the 2017 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) in the central city of Da Nang from April 29.