Da Sy Blacksmith Village - a fascinating destination for traditional craft enthusiasts
Famous for its handcrafted knives and scissors, Da Sy Blacksmith Village in Hanoi offers visitors a unique glimpse into Vietnam's traditional metalsmith craft.
18:29, 2025/02/13
Five Vietnam pilgrimage destinations perfect for spiritual seekers
From North to South, handpicked suggestions offer the perfect opportunities for those seeking spiritual experiences and a deeper connection to themselves.
23:13, 2025/02/08
Top picks of Vietnam’s must-visit destinations in 2025
In 2025, domestic tourism is gaining popularity among Vietnamese travelers, driven by the desire for new experiences close to nature and cultural diversity.
18:05, 2025/02/04
Lunar New Year tourism boom sets new records
Hanoi emerged as a leading destination during the Vietnamese Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday, recording 142,000 foreign arrivals, an increase of 15.8% over the previous year.
22:24, 2025/01/01
Hanoi sees record visits during 2025 New Year holiday
Hanoi kicked off the 2025 New Year holiday with an impressive tourism boom.
20:40, 2024/12/31
Brightly decorated streets for New Year 2025 in Hanoi
As the New Year and Lunar New Year approach, the streets of Hanoi are adorned with vibrant decorations, including flags, flowers, and festive slogans, to celebrate the arrival of 2025 and the country’s major holidays.
11:38, 2024/12/31
Countdown events and fireworks to welcome New Year 2025 in Hanoi
With the New Year just around the corner, let The Hanoi Times take you on a tour of the most exciting celebrations taking place in Hanoi!
08:58, 2024/12/31
Hanoi Tourism: Paving the way for sustainable development
As it looks to the year ahead, the city is focused on driving more sustainable and comprehensive development to enhance its tourism offerings and impact.
15:04, 2024/12/29
Bustling Tu Lien traditional kumquat village in high season
For Vietnam's biggest national festival - Tet or Lunar New Year- a kumquat pot has become necessary for home decoration, mostly for those in the northern region.
18:48, 2024/12/26
Red River Tourism: Jewel hasn't sparkled yet
Hanoi plans to launch new water-based tourism activities to tap potential of the Red River, which is essential to the city's tourism and sustainable environment and urban development to 2050.
22:29, 2024/12/24
Fireworks to light up skies over Hanoi for New Year celebrations
Hanoi will welcome both the New Year 2025 and the traditional Vietnamese Lunar New Year with spectacular fireworks displays across the city.
06:50, 2024/12/20
Hanoi's flower villages are in full Tet preparation mode
Flower villages in Hanoi are busy preparing for Tet, the year's most important traditional festival for Vietnamese people.
22:35, 2024/12/17
Wellness resort celebrates Vietnamese culture and environmental conservation
The launch of a luxury resort in Vietnam's central region, dedicated to exceptional service, is expected to attract "responsible travelers" and breathe new life into the local tourism scene.
22:28, 2024/12/15
Pedestrian areas in the capital: Innovating to be more inviting
After many years of operation, some pedestrian zones in Hanoi retain their charm, while others have fallen into a state of desolation.
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.
23:02, 2024/12/14
Explore 400-year communal house in Quoc Oai
The communal house, which covers over four hectares, features the traditional architectural style.
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.
12:58, 2024/12/14
Xam Xuyen Communal House - Historical testimony and architectural masterpiece
The ancient communal house is a national treasure, a reminder of the battle fought nearly 1,000 years ago against the invading Chinese Song Dynasty.
07:12, 2024/12/13
Exhibition of 20th century Vietnamese art: A rendezvous with masters of painting
Art lovers will have an extraordinary opportunity to immerse themselves in unique paintings that beautifully recreate key stages of Vietnamese fine art.
16:29, 2024/12/12
Legendary architect designs new Hanoi Opera
Designed by world-renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano, Hanoi's new opera house will be a major cultural landmark, expected to bring international visitors to the city.
09:45, 2024/12/12
Promoting Hanoi's tourism through cinematic lens
The world has projected a more appealing image of Hanoi and Vietnam, increasing the number of foreign visitors.
09:09, 2024/12/12
Hanoi's ancient silk village promotes cultural values, traditional trade
Van Phuc silk-weaving village in Hanoi is famous for its soft and delicate products, steeped in traditional Vietnamese culture.
18:38, 2024/12/11
Ngoc Than Communal House worship the first king of Vietnam
The communal house is dedicated to Ly Bi and Pham Tu, and their stories are carefully preserved in the sacred texts maintained at the site.
18:27, 2024/12/11
Drawing tourists to Duong Lam through crafts
A local artist has consistently adhered to traditional craftsmanship in creating distinctive works of art to attract visitors to the historic village of Duong Lam.