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Hung Yen preserves traditional craft of aromatic incense making

Hung Yen preserves traditional craft of aromatic incense making

Amidst the ever-changing pace of modern life, the herbal scent in Cao residential group in Son Nam ward, northern province of Hung Yen, evokes traditional cultural values essential to Vietnamese families during the Lunar New Year. For the locals here, incense making is not merely a livelihood, but a rural memory preserved and passed down for over three centuries.
Int’l friends dedicated to My Son heritage site

Int’l friends dedicated to My Son heritage site

Throughout 2026, experts from Poland, India, Italy, and Japan continue to excavate relics hidden beneath the ground and apply appropriate scientific solutions to restore and conserve urgent structures, with the aim of preserving intact the core values of the My Son World Cultural Heritage Site.
Vietnamese Tet celebrated worldwide

Vietnamese Tet celebrated worldwide

With more than six million Vietnamese living overseas, traditional Lunar New Year (Vietnamese Tet) celebrations have gone beyond festive gatherings to become a bridge of cultural diplomacy. Tet away from home is not only about longing for homeland, but also an affirmation of cohesion of the global Vietnamese community.
Ancient religious monuments shape cultural tourism in southern Khanh Hoa

Ancient religious monuments shape cultural tourism in southern Khanh Hoa

The system of ancient pagodas and towers in Khanh Hoa province is emerging as a key highlight in the development of cultural and spiritual tourism. These structures not only reflect the cultural depth of Champa civilisation and Buddhism but also serve as appealing stopovers on journeys exploring the South Central Coast.
Toyota sales in Vietnam jump 45% in January

Toyota sales in Vietnam jump 45% in January

With strong momentum from the start of the year, Toyota Vietnam expects to maintain positive business performance in the coming months, contributing to the continued vibrancy of the country’s automobile market in 2026.
Vietnam’s traditional Lunar New Year cuisine shines in Laos

Vietnam’s traditional Lunar New Year cuisine shines in Laos

A spring food festival was recently held at a Lao-Vietnamese bilingual school in Vientiane to celebrate the Lunar New Year 2026 and the success of the Party Congresses in both Vietnam and Laos. The event was attended by Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Minh Tam, along with representatives of the Lao Ministry of Education and Sports.
Charcoal grills glow in Dien Chau’s coastal villages ahead of Tet

Charcoal grills glow in Dien Chau’s coastal villages ahead of Tet

In recent days, hundreds of charcoal kilns in the coastal villages of Dien Chau commune, Nghe An province, have been kept burning as residents work tirelessly to grill sea fish for the Tet market. The traditional craft not only generates income for hundreds of households and provides stable employment for thousands of local workers, but also adds diversity and a distinctive character to the economic structure of fishing villages with long-standing maritime traditions.
Quy Nhon wins ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2026

Quy Nhon wins ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2026

Previously, Quy Nhon was also honoured with the ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award in 2020 and 2024, demonstrating its consistent commitment to environmental protection, urban cleanliness and sustainable tourism development.
Experiential tourism boosts appeal of coastal Khanh Hoa

Experiential tourism boosts appeal of coastal Khanh Hoa

Alongside traditional resort stays, experiential tourism is emerging as a major trend in the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa. By focusing on natural landscapes, indigenous culture, and local livelihoods, the “Land of Agarwood” is successfully carving out a unique appeal for domestic and international visitors alike.
Hung Yen farmers prosper from flower and ornamental plant cultivation

Hung Yen farmers prosper from flower and ornamental plant cultivation

In recent years, Hung Yen has been known not only for its longan specialty but also for rapid growth in flower and ornamental plant cultivation. With a modern approach to agricultural production, many households have earned billions of dong, underscoring the sector’s role in sustainable development.
Get on Hanoi 2026 – A Green Journey kicks off

Get on Hanoi 2026 – A Green Journey kicks off

A new feature of the 2026 event is the fusion of activities with “Tet of the Mong comes to the city,” held by Tay Ho ward, and the “Gia Lai Day in Hanoi – Introduction of National Tourism Year Gia Lai 2026” hosted by Gia Lai province. Together, they are expected to create a diverse and distinctive array of experiences for both residents and visitors throughout the three-day event.