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An Giang pushes green overhaul of Phu Quoc for APEC 2027

With more than 137 trillion VND (over 5 billion) earmarked for APEC-related investments, Phu Quoc is positioning itself not only as the host of a global event, but as a pioneering net-zero island, aspiring to become a “Green lighthouse” that inspires sustainable development across the region and the world.

Vietnamese in Thailand expect stronger bilateral ties

Late artist Ngo Manh Lan celebrated with top honour at De Men Children Awards

Vietnam in international MVs: From visual appeal to tourism potential

Vietnam Children’s Picture Book Festival to open in Ho Chi Minh City

Make-up art in Tuong (classical opera) brings characters to life

In Tuong (classical opera), make-up or “face painting” plays a crucial role. Audiences can tell a character’s personality at first glance from the actor’s face.

Hanoi ranks 25th among world’s most interesting cities in 2026

Hanoi has been ranked 25th among the world’s 50 most interesting cities to live and explore in 2026 by Time Out, underscoring the Vietnamese capital’s rising appeal on the global tourism map.

Circus, magic gala celebrates national holidays

According to Director of the Vietnam Circus Federation Tong Toan Thang, the “Three-Region Circus and Magic Gala 2026” will feature nine performances at the Central Circus Theatre in Hanoi.

Hung Kings commemoration features traditional values, national spirit

The Hung Kings Commemoration Day is a major occasion to honour the legendary founders of the nation’s foundation, and also a thread binding Vietnamese communities worldwide – where the past, present, and future meet within a unique spiritual and cultural space.

Banh mi festival returns, celebrating Vietnam’s global street food icon

This year’s edition offers a series of immersive experiences, including a “memory zone” that traces the evolution of banh mi (Vietnamese baguette) from its early introduction to its modern-day variations. The space recreates familiar street-side stalls from different regions, alongside interactive activities and cultural “check-in” spots.

To-do list for dengue fever prevention

Since the beginning of 2026, surveillance data show 31,927 cases and four deaths nationwide due to dengue fever. Cases were recorded early in the year, mainly in southern provinces and cities. The number of infections may continue to rise in the coming months, especially during the rainy season.

Quang Ninh launches traditional sailboat tours along Ha Long Bay

The initiative follows strong public and visitor interest during the recent Lunar New Year (Tet), when the sight of the traditional wooden boat with its signature red sails drew widespread attention, both on-site and across social media, particularly among international tourists.

Chinese art show hits Hanoi, pushing ‘Silk Road’ friendship

The Hanoi exhibition uses art as a bridge to bolster people-to-people friendship between Vietnam and China, pool public support and create new energy for closer ties in culture, tourism and trade. It’s also meant to keep the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between the two countries steady and growing for the long haul.

Cuc Phuong Museum promotes nature conservation awareness

With more than 20,000 biological, geological and archaeological specimens, the Cuc Phuong Museum, located in the Cuc Phuong National Park in Ninh Binh province, is emerging as a major “visual classroom” for community education. Its fossils and traces are no longer lifeless exhibits but vivid stories that inspire visitors to protect nature.

Vietnam’s pet care market emerges as lucrative investment opportunity

Across the Asia-Pacific, 60% of respondents own pets, while Vietnam’s pet ownership rate stands at 79%, among the highest in the region. Notably, 55% of Vietnamese pet owners have two or more pets, signalling that pet ownership has evolved from a hobby into a modern lifestyle choice.

Phu Quoc welcomes over 1 million int'l visitors in first four months

Phu Quoc special zone in An Giang province received more than 1 million international visitors in the first four months of 2026, up 61.5% year-on-year and reaching nearly 50% of its annual target.

International visitors flock to Phu Quoc to enjoy safe, friendly, high-quality destination

According to Nguyen Vu Khac Huy, Chairman of the provincial Tourism Association, Phu Quoc’s tourism boom is driven by expanded air connectivity, a surge in high-end resorts, visa exemptions, and recognition in global travel rankings. Notably, the island has been named among the world’s top four trending destinations for 2026.

Vietnam emerges as Southeast Asia’s top travel hotspot in 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam posted the fastest tourism growth in the region, welcoming 6.76 million international arrivals, up 12.4% year-on-year. Key markets such as China, the Republic of Korea and Taiwan continued to underpin demand.

Hung Kings Temple Festival to feature diverse activities

The Hung Kings Commemoration Day – the Hung Kings Temple Festival and the Ancestral Land Culture and Tourism Week in the Year of Binh Ngo 2026 will take place from April 17 to April 26, 2026 (from March 1 to March 10 of the lunar Year of Binh Ngo), featuring many new highlights and distinctive activities. The event is held to honour national cultural identity and the cultural values of the Hung Kings era, while affirming the sacred significance of Hung Kings Commemoration Day as a national holiday.

Cho Ro ethnic minority group's Sayangva festival recognised as national intangible cultural heritage

Sayangva is the most important traditional festival of the Cho Ro community in Dong Nai. Deeply rooted in agricultural beliefs, it expresses gratitude to heaven and earth and deities, especially the Rice Goddess, while praying for bumper harvests and prosperous lives.

Preserving filial piety in modern life

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, traditional values remain a vital link connecting people to their roots. The principle of “remembering the source of the water we drink” - a cornerstone of Vietnamese culture - continues to be preserved and passed down through generations.

Vietnam to join Venice Art Biennale with first national showcase

As Vietnam makes its debut at the Biennale, the exhibition “Vietnam: Art in a Global Flow” does not seek to assert its position through scale or grand statements, but rather opens up a space for meaningful artistic dialogue - an invitation to listen to subtle voices, contemplate in stillness, and reflect on the capacity to nurture sustained creative energy in a dynamic and ever-evolving art world.

Po Klong Garai Tower stands as a symbol of Cham architectural legacy

The Po Klong Garai Tower, a special national relic site of architecture and art in Khanh Hoa province, was built in the late 13th century in honour of King Po Klong Garai, who made significant contributions to the development of irrigation systems.

World Coffee Heritage Forum opens in Dak Lak

Dak Lak is known as the 'capital' of Vietnamese coffee, with rich, fertile basalt red soil ideal for agriculture. The coffee provides livelihoods for thousands of locals and has developed a unique cultural space, closely tied to the socioeconomic life, customs and identity of local communities.

Greater efforts needed for heritage to shape Hanoi’s identity

As suggested by UNESCO experts, heritage should be approached as an integrated system encompassing space, people and everyday life. This perspective can inform urban planning, cultural tourism development and the creation of clear economic drivers.