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Craft villages need mentors to keep traditions alive

Trinh Quoc Dat, Chairman of the Vietnam Craft Village Association, said craft hubs with strong production, market access and decent incomes tend to attract young workers. Bat Trang commune draws labour from nearby areas, and some families send children to study ceramics before they return to develop the craft and study new designs and glaze lines.

Two Vietnamese documentary heritage collections added to UNESCO regional register

Community-based tourism helps reduce poverty in mountainous areas

Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam: 950 years of Vietnam’s tradition of learning

Green tourism boosts Da Nang’s competitiveness

Ho Chi Minh City: Ward pioneers scientific index to measure residents’ happiness

The initiative is considered a pioneering step in local governance, aiming to place people’s satisfaction and quality of life at the centre of policy-making and development planning.

Da Nang expands tourism space at world’s most beautiful village

Recognised as one of the world’s 50 most beautiful villages in 2025, Cam Thanh coconut village in Hoi An Dong ward, the central coastal city of Da Nang, is attracting between 6,000 and 7,000 visitors a day.

Vesak celebrations promote Vietnam’s humanitarian traditions

The main Vesak ceremony is scheduled for May 31 and will feature a flower-adorned vehicle parade and a floating lantern festival at the Nghinh Luong Dinh relic site along the northern bank of the Huong River.

Ninh Binh captivates visitors with heritage flower seasons

The northern province of Ninh Binh is drawing visitors not only with its dramatic mountains and cave systems, but also with vibrant flower seasons unfolding across its heritage landscapes. The combination of natural scenery and immersive live performances is turning the former imperial capital into an increasingly popular destination for seasonal tourism.

Happy Vietnam 2026 human rights media awards launched

The awards will continue to be organised nationwide with two categories: photo and video. Eligible participants include Vietnamese citizens and foreigners aged 15 and above.

Vietnam performs first awake brain surgery on child patient

The hospital announced on May 19 that the patient, a 12-year-old boy, recovered well after surgery, remained fully conscious and showed no new focal neurological deficits. Post-operative imaging indicated that the tumour had been almost completely removed. Doctors are continuing close monitoring and preparing further treatment plans to support the child’s full recovery.

Da Nang exhibition showcases advanced German scientific research

The exhibition reflects the important role of science within German culture while also showcasing Germany’s broad international scientific cooperation network for students and young researchers worldwide.

‘Pho’ finds its flavour across Europe in cultural roadshow

Essence of Hue preserved in fresh lotus tea

At the Hue Tien Y white lotus pond in Phu Xuan ward of Hue city, artisan Vo Dai Phong tends the lotus flowers used to make lotus tea. In early May, the lotus flowers begin to bloom, marking the start of the tea-scenting season.

Tua Chua tea emerges as a high-value crop in Dien Bien

From the north-western province of Dien Bien, Tua Chua tea is steadily gaining ground in the agricultural market. Combining rare tea resources with modern processing, it has become both a cultural symbol and a key source of local income.

Japan hosts first standardised Vietnamese language proficiency test

As bilateral ties between Vietnam and Japan continue to expand, demand for Vietnamese language learning in Japan has also grown rapidly among OVs, educational institutions, businesses and Japanese people interested in Vietnam. Against this backdrop, the introduction of a standardised proficiency test is expected to provide an official and widely recognised benchmark for Vietnamese language skills.

7 Wonders Day to spotlight UNESCO heritage jewel Ha Long Bay

A special event entitled 7 Wonders Day with a series of attractions and experiences for both residents and visitors will be held in Ha Long city, Quang Ninh province, on July 7 to honour the elected New 7 Wonders of the World and Nature.

‘Pho’ finds its flavour across Europe in cultural roadshow

Salt makers endure harsh sun to preserve traditional craft

Under the scorching sun and harsh winds, salt farmers in Tan Mai ward, the central province of Nghe An continue to work tirelessly every day, not only to earn a living but also to preserve their fading-away traditional cultural value.

Digital technology enhances museum experience

Numerous museums today are combining vivid storytelling with flexible applications of science and technology, in line with the orientation for renewing cultural institutions outlined in the Politburo’s Resolution No. 80 on the development of Vietnamese culture.

Yosakoi dance boosts Vietnam-Japan friendship

The traditional Japanese Yosakoi dance was introduced to Vietnam through cultural exchange activities in 2008. Since then, the dance has become popular among young people.

Phu Quy special zone leverages tourism, fisheries for sustainable development

The Phu Quy special zone, an island district off the south-central coast of Vietnam, is capitalising on its strong marine economy potential, particularly in tourism and fisheries, to transform the island’s economy, improve local livelihoods and position itself as a key sea-based economic hub.

Hung Yen artisans keep tussah silk tradition alive

In the northern province of Hung Yen, the journey of tussah silk begins in the lush mulberry fields of Vu Tien commune and ends at wooden looms in Le Loi commune. Amid modern life, this traditional craft continues to be quietly preserved by local artisans.

Destinations refresh products to enhance tourist experiences

A surge in visitor numbers during the Hung Kings Commemoration Day and the April 30–May 1 holidays underscored Vietnam’s rising tourism appeal, fueled by refreshed travel products and improved visitor experiences.

Vietnam’s tourism sector gears up for vibrant summer season 2026

With high expectations for strong growth in both visitor arrivals and revenue across the country, local authorities and tourism businesses are upgrading infrastructure, refreshing tourism products and improving service quality in preparation for what is expected to be a vibrant peak travel season, attractive and experience-rich destination for both domestic and international travellers.