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Cuc Phuong National Park in Ninh Binh, with its lush greenery, diverse flora and fauna, and spectacular scenery, is an excellent choice for a weekend getaway from Hanoi. Established in 1962, the 22,400ha park was the very first national park of Vietnam and spans three provinces: Ninh Binh, Thanh Hoa and Hoa Binh. From mid-April to May is the famous butterfly season in the park. During this time, hundreds of different butterfly species, estimated at around 400, emerge from their slumber and take flight, filling the air with a vibrant display of colour. Their colourful wings create a magical scene at Cuc Phuong park, attracting a large number of locals and visitors. VNA Photo: Hải Yến

Over the years, the Party and State have always paid attention to protect and care for and educate children, creating a safe and healthy living environment for children to develop comprehensively in terms of physical, intellectual, spiritual and moral aspects, contributing to supplementing quality human resources for the country - "the future owners of the country". VNA Photo

The Khanh Hoa Children's Cultural Palace, located in Nha Trang city, features a unique architectural design inspired by the red scarf - a symbol closely associated with childhood and school life. This 540-billion-VND project serves not only as a modern space for children and teenagers to play and learn, but also as an architectural landmark in Nha Trang. VNA Photo: Đặng Tuấn

Along with many provinces and cities across the country, the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak province has gathered public opinions and feedback on the amendments to the 2013 Constitution for reporting to the National Assembly for consideration. VNA Photo: Hoài Thu

For over a century, the Quang Phu Cau incense village in Ung Hoa district, Hanoi, has preserved the traditional art of incense-making. In the closing days of the year, it transforms into a tourist destination, attracting both domestic and international visitors for sightseeing and check-in. VNA Photo: Thành Phương

Ms. Le Thi Thoa used to be a primary school teacher. After retiring, she volunteered to become a teacher of the special class at her residential area in Hoang Mai district, Hanoi. Every day, she patiently teaches less fortunate children to play games, learn to write each letter, helping them integrate into life. The class always has about 20 students aged from 10 to over 30 years old, with 3 different study groups: coloring, reading and writing. The class curriculum is very flexible, all based on each person's health, personality and cognitive ability. VNA Photo: Phương Hoa

Ha Tinh provincal Highway 547, a 120-km route runs along the coastline with wild beauty and green rice fields, connecting to many beaches and tourist areas. It starts from Cua Hoi (Hoi gate) in Nghi Xuan district to the junction with the National Highway 12C at Vung Ang port in Ky Anh town. VNA Photo: Hữu Quyết

After half a century of development (May 23, 1975–May 23, 2025), the Dak Lak Border Guard has not only affirmed its role as a core, specialized force in protecting national sovereignty and border security, but also a reliable support for the people of ethnic groups in the Dak Lak border area. VNA Photo: Tuấn Anh

Da Nang has nearly 30 policies to support innovative startups. At the same time, the city has also deployed a series of infrastructure projects to serve innovation, upgrading the modern digital infrastructure system to international standards: Innovative Startup Space, Software Park No. 2... to create momentum for development, enhance competitiveness and sustainable growth in the future. VNA Photo: Quốc Dũng

The coastal province of Ninh Thuan is the grape capital of Vietnam, with a total area of over 1,000 hectares. In addition to selling grapes to traders, Ninh Thuan’s growers also open their vineyards to tourists, with images of local vineyards laden with fruit as beautiful as those in Europe, creating a “fever” on social networks. The vineyards within Thai An grape village have been attracting tourists with their delicious grapes. Visitors can take photos and pick and enjoy grapes and other local specialties. The village has more than 200 hectares of grapes, including red, green, pink, and candy grapes. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn and discover the different grape varieties and growing techniques and can buy their favourite varieties to plant. VNA Photo: Nguyễn Thành

The biggest change in the Truong Sa archipelagoes today is the smoothness of communication. Truong Sa today is closer to the mainland, because anyone who has come to Truong Sa now only needs to dial a phone to call their relatives, and within a few seconds they can connect. VNA Photo: Viết Tôn

Standing at an elevation of 986m, Ba Den mountain in Tay Ninh province in the Southeastern region of Vietnam, is often called the "Roof of the Southern region" and has long been honored as a sacred mountain in the hearts and minds of the Vietnamese people. Not only associated with the legend of Linh Son Thanh Mau Bodhisattva, but it is also a blessed land and sanctuary where individuals come to seek peace, foster faith, and cultivate hope. Photo: Giang Phuong – VNA

Nuong Farm in An Giang Province uses solar energy to cultivate mushrooms using a circular agricultural model, practices that promote sustainable and efficient farming. Established in 2020 by Chau Thi Nuong, director of the Ta Đanh Agricultural Co-operative, the three-hectare farm in Tinh Bien Town grows various types of mushrooms like oyster, straw, black termite, lingzhi, and cordyceps. VNA Photo: Thanh Liêm

The Buon Ho town Party Committee in Dak Lak province has implemented the “Golden Hammer and Sickle Savings Book” model to help disadvantaged people in the locality for more than 2 years. VNA Photo: Hoài Thu

In May, Kim Lien national special relic site in Nam Dan district, Nghe An province welcomes tens of thousands of visitors from all over the country and international friends to visit and commemorate President Ho Chi Minh - the beloved Father of the nation on the occasion of the 135th anniversary of his birth. Kim Lien national special relic site is a place preserving priceless heritages about the family, childhood, life and career of President Ho Chi Minh. VNA Photo: Bich Huệ

Trung Vuong Secondary School in Hanoi is not only the cradle that has trained many generations of talented students but also carries a special pride - the honor of welcoming beloved Uncle Ho to visit 5 times. VNA Photo: Thanh Tùng

President Ho Chi Minh always cared about children. In his testament, he also spent touching words for kids. His great love for children has deeply impressed generations of Vietnamese people. VNA Photo

The National Congress of Uncle Ho's Good Children is an important event, a great festival for Vietnamese children. Held every 5 years, the Congress aims to honor children with outstanding achievements, typical in studying, training, and emulating to well implement the 5 teachings of Uncle Ho to teenagers and children. The 10th National Uncle Ho's Good Children Congress, with the theme "Vietnamese children firmly step into the new era," takes place in Hanoi on May 13-15, 2025. VNA Photo: Minh Đức

Shakyamuni Buddha’s sacred relics - a national treasure of India – was processed around Hoan Kiem lake in Hanoi on May 13 evening within the framework of the United Nations Day of Vesak Celebrations 2025 (Vesak 2025). VNA Photo