“Happy Vietnam” photo exhibition opens in Thailand
A captivating exhibition of 180 stunning images of Vietnam is currently on display in Bangkok, Thailand to help audiences discover the beauty and vibrancy of Vietnam and its people.
18:07, 2024/11/28
Christmas in Vietnam: A blend of Western cheer and local charm
In Vietnam, Christmas has become a youthful event that seamlessly blends Western customs with the warmth of the local people.
16:28, 2024/12/15
The untold story of the nine-ton organ at St Joseph's Cathedral
The magnificent organ is the work of a Belgian organ builder and was shipped from Japan to Vietnam to the awe of many people.
17:20, 2024/12/14
Busy high season at Thuong Mao Carpentry Village
Founded during the Nguyen dynasty in the 1800s, Thuong Mao Carpentry Village on the outskirts of Hanoi has grown steadily to become a major supplier of wood products throughout Vietnam.
16:46, 2021/03/30
Red River’s riparian area - a space worth living in
Phuc Tan's slum neighborhood has recently been changed into one of the city’s interesting places, thanks to art and community projects.
14:59, 2021/03/23
Les Misérable musical to be on stage again in April
The Vietnamese version of the French musical Les Misérable will be restaged at Hanoi Opera House in Hanoi in mid-April.
05:28, 2021/03/23
Tourism sector focuses on Hanoi
Hanoi's tourism industry needs to focus on building typical products to attract more domestic tourists to the capital.
14:49, 2021/03/22
Loudspeakers revive in Covid-19 fight
Public loudspeakers have been used as an effective communication channel in the Covid-19 pandemic prevention.
19:54, 2021/03/17
“Vietnam Creative Advertisings” Logo Competition invites entries
The contest will run in March & April 2021. The entries need to show up the unique characteristics, creativity and modernization of the Vietnamese advertising industry in the era of international economic integration.
18:05, 2021/03/17
Great Russian poet Pushkin’s monument inaugurated in Hanoi
The monument in honor of Russian great poet Pushkin in Hanoi aims to tighten the friendship between Vietnamese and Russian peoples.
19:55, 2021/03/15
Hanoi’s intangible heritages recognized national status
Among eight recently recognized intangible cultural heritages by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, two are from Hanoi.
17:04, 2021/03/15
“Cultural” stairs in Hanoi
The stair has been a familiar gathering spot of the building’s residents, both the old and the young, after work and school.
06:56, 2021/03/09
Communal house: a symbol of Vietnamese religion and culture
Communal house is a typical architecture of Vietnam showcasing the rich spiritual life of the local people.
11:28, 2021/03/05
Old green trees - a special heritage of Hanoi
Lines of trees shading Hanoi roads have become an impressive image of the capital city in the eyes of many tourists.
20:09, 2021/03/03
Culture makes creativity: expert
Vietnam currently pursues building a startup nation based on innovation, but there are remaining many difficulties challenging the country. Assoc.Prof.Dr. Bui Hoai Son talks with Hanoitimes about this issue.
20:39, 2021/03/01
March will be eventful month with loads of cultural activities
On the occasion of the International Women's Day on March 8 and International Day of Happiness on March 20, Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism will run a series of activities themed “Little Spring” for the whole month.
15:43, 2021/03/01
Old apartment buildings in Hanoi: a witness of history and culture
The old yellow-painting apartment buildings in Hanoi, apart from their own charms and characteristics, has also contributed to the development of the city.
10:56, 2021/03/01
A family meal: eating culture of Vietnamese
Eating is not only to survive but also a culture. A family meal shows he traditional culture of the people and the region.
15:20, 2021/02/26
Reading Culture Ambassador Contest 2021 launched
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism issues a guidance for the organization of the 2021 Reading Culture Ambassador Contest.
15:36, 2021/02/16
Pleasure for narcissus flower at Tet
Narcissus or Hoa Thuy Tien decorates every Hanoian's home during Tet (Lunar New Year Festival) as it is considered as a symbol of good luck and happiness.
07:19, 2021/02/14
The dance of ‘girls playing drums’
Each of the traditional folk, dances which performs on festive days in the northern region, features different tunes and dance languages, but they all show the people's wishes for a peaceful new year to come.
21:01, 2021/02/10
Nostalgia of overseas Vietnamese at Tet
For overseas Vietnamese peoe, way to home to gather with family is so long, especial during the Covid-19 pandemic time. Tet is when their nostalgia grows strong.
16:44, 2021/02/10
Bonsai kumquat in typical houses is favored
A bonsai kumquat pot in the shape of a typical communal house in the Central Highlands or an ancient house of Hanoi's Old Quarters is selling well this Tet (Lunar New Year Festival).
09:58, 2021/02/09
Making flower tourism Hanoi's specialty
Flower, a special tourist product, will help increase income for farmers and attract tourists to the capital.