The century-old Sa Đéc flower village is one of major tourist spots in Đồng Tháp Province. — VNA/VNS Photo ĐỒNG THÁP — The Cửu Long (Mekong Delta) province of Đồng Tháp has managed to achieve robust growth in agricultural tourism by utilising farming landscapes, local cuisines, handicrafts, and fruits to …
Read More »New TV programme on Vietnamese music, theatre airs
BOOK SMARTS – Images of the pedestrian-only Book Street on Nguyễn Văn Bình Street in HCM City’s District 1 will be highlighted in the new TV programme called Thành Phố Tình Ca (City of Love) by HCM City Television. Photo courtesy of the producer. HCM CITY— Hồ Chí Minh Television (HTV) will offer a new TV programme about HCM City and its people …
Read More »Sài Gòn Zoo offers entertainment space for children
KIDS WELCOME – The Sài Gòn Zoo and Botanical Garden offers a new entertainment space for children with quality facilities for sports, eating and drinking. Photo courtesy of Sài Gòn Zoo and Botanical Garden. HCM CITY— The Sài Gòn Zoo and Botanical Garden opened a new entertainment space to attract …
Read More »HBSO to host New Year Concert 2024
MUSIC FOR 2024 – The HCM City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera (HBSO) will host the New Year Concert 2024 at the HCM City Opera House on January 6. Photo courtesy of HBSO HCM CITY — Soloists of the HCM City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera (HBSO) will perform a …
Read More »Masterpieces displayed in Đà Nẵng City
Girl Wearing A Bodice, watercolour and gouache on silk, by Nguyễn Tường Lân (1906-46). ĐÀ NẴNG – Masterpieces by the professors and alumni of L’École des Beaux-Arts de l’Indochine (Indochina Fine Arts College) are on display at an exhibition in the central city of Đà Nẵng. The Essence of a Pearl exhibition …
Read More »Big leap for Vietnamese horror movies
Kicker: A scene in “Kẻ ăn hồn” (A soul reaper) movie. Photo thanhnien.vn HCM CITY – Two Vietnamese horror films, “Kẻ ăn hồn” (A soul reaper) and “Quỷ cẩu” (Demon Dog), are currently showing in theaters with impressive box office revenue, attracting a large audience and making the Vietnamese movie …
Read More »Fairy tale inspires lacquer artisan with new dragon collection
Artisan Nguyễn Tấn Phát is pictured with the dragon-shaped chair, an artwork within his new lacquer collection. Photo courtesy of the artist By Lương Hương In Vietnamese culture, the image of a dragon holds profound and significant meanings. The sacred symbol. representing strength, power, luck and protection, has become …
Read More »Teenager’s poetry collection wins highest prize of Literature and Arts Award 2023
Minh Anh is the youngest recipient of Literature and Arts Awards 2023. Photo courtesy of Minh Anh HÀ NỘI A poetry collection by a 16-year-old student from HCM City has won the highest prize at the Literature and Arts Awards 2023. Minh Anh, a member of the HCM City Union of Literature …
Read More »Artist couple gets their first solo exhibition
“Tà xùa Peak” by Dương Ngọc Thăng. HÀ NỘI – A painting exhibition by a couple, Nguyễn Thị Quỳnh and Dương Ngọc Thăng, has opened in Hà Nội. This is the first solo exhibition by the two artists, who were born in the mountainous Hà Giang Province and the northern …
Read More »Exploring new tourist hotspots in Lào Cai
Brightly coloured brocade products at Cao Sơn Market are chosen by many tourists as attractive, unique gifts. — Photo mia.vn By Thanh Nga The northwest provinces have always captivated travel enthusiasts with their wild natural beauty, unique culture, vibrant costumes and delectable cuisine. Among these provinces, Lào Cai stands prominently. …
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