Vietnam hosts International Piano Competition
The Vietnam International Piano Competition & Festival aims to become one of the most prestigious piano competitions and cultural events in the country.
01:07, 2024/11/22
Finding ways to unlock Hanoi's suburban tourism potential
To make Quoc Oai District a magnet for visitors, the local government planned to improve service quality and work with travel agencies to include its destinations in tour itineraries.
22:45, 2024/11/21
Are Vietnamese people living healthier lives?
From sunrise workouts in bustling parks to cleaner meals on family tables, Vietnam is quietly embracing a lifestyle centred on health and wellness.
17:23, 2024/11/20
Hang Ma Street gears up for festive season
Locals look forward to the holiday season, and Hanoi's Old Quarter is a hive of activity as Christmas preparations get underway.
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.
20:52, 2021/03/06
King Ly Thai To makes a milestone in the city's history
With the relocation of the capital and a comprehensive reform, Ly Cong Uan (King Ly Thai To) and his descendants succeeded in building a strong nation.
10:54, 2021/03/06
A Vietnamese specialty is among CNN's nominations for 20 of the best soups around the world
The CNN U.S television channel has recently ranked the Pho bo or beef noodle soup at the second position among 20 best soups of the world.
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.
17:33, 2021/03/04
‘Workation’: The rise of a hybrid travel trend after the pandemic
According to the survey, 52% of Vietnamese travelers have already considered booking somewhere to stay in order to work from a different destination, while 57% would be willing to quarantine if they could work remotely.
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.
15:57, 2021/03/03
Exhibition: “Those who do not move, do not notice their chains”
The exhibition, held by international and Vietnamese female artists in Hanoi to commemorate life and work of Rosa Luxemburg, will be opened to public from March 5 to April 12
16:34, 2021/03/02
The Gala Concert “Hope” at Hanoi Opera House
The symphony concert entitled “Hope” will kick-off a series of music performances by Vietnam Symphony Orchestra in 2021.
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.
18:48, 2021/02/28
Banh Chuoi – The Nostalgic Food of Childhood
Although the ingredients to make this addicting dish sound fairly simple: ripe bananas, sugar, flour, turmeric powder, making banh chuoi requires the exceptional skills of a master artisan.
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.
15:37, 2021/02/25
Scent of grapefruit flowers filled up streets of Hanoi
The flowers fragrance breeze could be smelled in the streets where a flower vendor is about to pass by.
10:23, 2021/02/25
Ma May ancient house: where Vietnamese home is kept
Located in Hanoi's Old Quarter area, Ma May Street is unique as it is home to many of the city’s oldest houses.
17:04, 2021/02/24
Hanoi determined to turn Thang Long Imperial Citadel into a heritage park
Hanoi Party chief Vuong Dinh Hue urges experts and practitioners to focus on analyzing objective and subjective reasons from policies to execution, that hampering the conservation works.
09:46, 2021/02/24
Taking photoshoots without facemasks in “Hoa Ban streets” in Hanoi
Amid elegant spring days, some usually quiet streets in Hanoi like Bac Son, Hoang Dieu among others, are becoming increasingly boisterous with people taking snapshots of Ban trees in full bloom. However, most of them don't wear facemask.
07:02, 2021/02/22
Stunning wild pear flowers in Hanoi streets
Late-February to early-March is the best time of year to observe the vibrant wildflower of pear in some streets in the capital city.
22:11, 2021/02/21
Bun Oc – an iconic dish of Hanoi
The stars of this dish are, obviously, snails. And sometimes they can be unsightly to look at. However, once you get over the sight, you’ll know why this dish has gained quite a lot of prominence among the people.
22:10, 2021/02/21
Hang Trong folk print- a touch of the legacy in the modern life
Hang Trong folk prints are the traditional trait of an ancient capital. The seemingly forgotten technique has been awakened recently.