Kitchen Gods' farewell ritual: A cherished Vietnamese tradition
Today, on the 23rd day of the 12th lunar month, Vietnamese families prepare a feast to see the Kitchen Gods off to heaven as part of the traditional Vietnamese Tet ceremony.
22:44, 2025/01/25
Tet time tensions: How to cope and be joyful
Welcome to another edition of Words on the Street. We're going to dig into some of Hanoi's most pressing issues.
22:09, 2025/01/17
Hanoi kicks off the Spring Calligraphy Festival in celebration of Lunar New Year
The annual cultural event will welcome locals and visitors alike from now until February 9, 2025, offering a delightful experience in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
21:20, 2025/01/14
Hanoi revives historic Tet traditions in Duong Lam Ancient Village
Travelers are invited to experience the charm of Vietnam's ancient Tet celebrations in the picturesque village of Duong Lam on the outskirts of Hanoi.
23:11, 2024/10/15
“Story of Hang Streets”: New magnet for tourists to Hanoi
The "Story of Hang Streets" realistic scene tour program explores the elegant lifestyle and well-mannered conduct of Hanoi people in the 1940s and 1950s.
06:46, 2024/10/10
Hanoi's Liberation day celebration: Sharing from a Peruvian in love with the city
Cesar Guedes first came to Vietnam in 2017 and was impressed by Hanoi’s blend of tradition and modernization.
11:31, 2024/10/05
Hanoi ao dai festival for tourism promotion
This fall, Hanoi plans to hold cultural events to honor the ao dai, a traditional Vietnamese dress that symbolizes a strong sense of cultural identity, and to attract tourists.
08:34, 2024/10/04
Premier Museum of Nature to be built in Quoc Oai
The new Vietnam National Museum of Nature is expected to meet the task of preserving natural heritage, serving scientific research, and the interests of the community.
22:01, 2024/10/02
Hang Can Street: Ancient charm of modern capital
The narrow streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter are filled with intriguing secrets that captivate residents and pique the curiosity of visitors alike.
15:48, 2024/09/22
Nostalgia for Hanoi draft beer
Since the subsidy era, it has been a common Hanoi practice to enjoy draught beer from glass cups on the sidewalks while chatting with friends and eating boiled peanuts.
23:24, 2024/09/08
Hanoi: Relic restored in capital's heart
The extensive restoration of Dien Hong Flower Garden is a key initiative of Hoan Kiem District People's Committee to preserve this valuable Hanoi heritage.
23:24, 2024/09/06
Hanoi reviews preparations for major events
The Culture for Peace Festival will be held for the first time in Hanoi to commemorate the city's major events.
18:51, 2024/08/28
Hanoi's tourist attraction brings back era of subsidies
The exhibition in central Hanoi attracts travelers interested in learning about the city's historical features as well as young people.
19:52, 2024/08/11
Lacquer painting exhibition now underway in Hanoi
The combination of lacquer and carving techniques gives traditional folk paintings a new appeal.
00:18, 2024/08/06
Ba Dinh promotes tourism through OCOP and traditional products
To date, Ba Dinh District boasts 26 OCOP-certified products with ratings of three stars or higher, seven of which have achieved a four-star rating.
14:05, 2024/08/04
UN celebrates 25th anniversary of "Hanoi - City for Peace"
Hanoi is still the only capital in the Asia-Pacific region to have received this recognition, confirming the efforts and contributions of the Vietnamese people to world peace.
22:50, 2024/08/01
Continue to build progressive Vietnamese culture imbued with national identity
For the past five decades, culture has maintained its indispensable role as a "torch to light the nation's way forward" in socio-economic development.
17:16, 2024/07/27
Hanoi offers attractive 2024 autumn tourism packages
Hanoi in autumn has become one of the most picturesque destinations in the world, providing a wide range of unique and tempting tourism offers.
17:46, 2024/07/20
Rustic charm of Hanoi's street vendors: Timeless beauty
Hanoi is a serene and beautiful city known for its street vendors who offer travelers a charming and authentic experience while strolling around Hanoi and tasting their snacks.
13:57, 2024/07/17
Vietnam Summer Camp 2024: Uniting young overseas vietnamese with their homeland
The Vietnam Summer Camp is an opportunity for young overseas Vietnamese to gain a deeper understanding of their heritage and roots.
20:04, 2024/06/24
Hanoi's historic Bat Trang Village now more accessible by public transport
Bat Trang, a historic pottery village near Hanoi, becomes more accessible with new public transport options.
20:40, 2024/06/23
Snacking in alleys of Hanoi's Old Quarter
Aside from the sidewalk food and drink stalls, citizens are keen on wandering the small alleys of downtown Hanoi for irreplaceable tastes and vibes.
17:43, 2024/06/12
Integrating cultural and human values into Hanoi's urban planning: Key to sustainable development
Hanoi, with its thousand-year heritage and uniquely historical and cultural layers along the Red River, stands as one of Southeast Asia's most vibrant cities.
18:51, 2024/06/10
Vivacious celebration of Tet Doan Ngo in Hanoi
Since the time of transition from spring to summer has come with a climate conducive to the proliferation of insects and diseases, it is significant to hold Tet Doan Ngo to help people stay healthy.