Hanoi implements campaign to support digital transformation at localities

Hanoi implements campaign to support digital transformation at localities

All126 communes and wards across Hanoi simultaneously carrying out the “45-day campaign from August 1 to September 15, 2025 to support digital transformation activities at communes and wards during the initial phase of implementing the two-tier local administration model.” The campaign aims to raise public awareness of digital transformation, promote the application of information technology at the grassroots level, contribute to the effective operation of the two-tier local administration model, and build a modern, transparent administration that better serves residents and businesses. Photo: Hoàng Hiếu – VNA
Hanoi’s incense village captivates travellers

Hanoi’s incense village captivates travellers

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
Retired teacher with special class

Retired teacher with special class

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
Scenic route along Ha Tinh province’s coastline  

Scenic route along Ha Tinh province’s coastline  

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
Dak Lak Border Guard, solid support at border

Dak Lak Border Guard, solid support at border

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 focuses on innovative startups

Da Nang focuses on innovative startups

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
Ninh Thuan vineyards open to tourists

Ninh Thuan vineyards open to tourists

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
Ba Den mountain – a pilgrimage to sacred land

Ba Den mountain – a pilgrimage to sacred land

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
Mekong Delta women develop sustainable solar-powered production

Mekong Delta women develop sustainable solar-powered production

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
Kim Lien national special relic site preserves priceless heritage of President Ho Chi Minh

Kim Lien national special relic site preserves priceless heritage of President Ho Chi Minh

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
School prouds of welcoming Uncle Ho for 5 times

School prouds of welcoming Uncle Ho for 5 times

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
Uncle Ho and his great love for children

Uncle Ho and his great love for children

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
National Uncle Ho's Good Children Congress - a great festival for Vietnamese children

National Uncle Ho's Good Children Congress - a great festival for Vietnamese children

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
Le Phuong Bao Ngoc – a talented girl in Hanoi

Le Phuong Bao Ngoc – a talented girl in Hanoi

Le Phuong Bao Ngoc, an eight-grade student at Ngo Si Lien Secondary School (Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi), is not only an attractive MC, but also knows how to act and sing. Ngoc has been an excellent cadre of the Ho Chi Minh Vanguard Children's Union for many years, receiving a Certificate of Merit from the Ho Chi Minh Vanguard Children's Union Central Committee, the National Kim Dong Award; First Prize in the 2024 "Hanoi Children's Talent"; First Prize in the 2023 Hanoi Reading Culture Ambassador Contest... along with 8 consecutive years of achieving the title of Excellent Student. VNA Photo: Minh Đức
Hai Phong – Seven decades on from liberation, a city on the rise

Hai Phong – Seven decades on from liberation, a city on the rise

On 13 May 1955, Hai Phong was officially liberated, marking a major milestone in the resistance against French colonial rule and the beginning of the reconstruction of northern Vietnam. Over the past seven decades, the heroic port city has continually risen, becoming one of the country’s key economic drivers and taking on the shape of a modern, dynamic urban hub. Hai Phong is now undergoing a strong transformation, striving to become a regional-level city and an international logistics centre. VNA Photo
Da Teh Lake - A national scenic site

Da Teh Lake - A national scenic site

Da Teh Lake (My Duc commune, Da Huoai district) is one of the largest irrigation projects in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong. The reservoir has played a crucial role in transforming the ecosystem and natural landscape of the region. Recognised as a national scenic site, Da Teh Lake has long been a source of pride for local ethnic communities. VNA Photo: Hồng Đạt