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Mekong Delta province promotes agricultural tourism

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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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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