Mekong Delta region charms visitors
Being considered as the “Rice bowl” of Vietnam, the Mekong Delta region brings the magic inside that appeals all those who have come to this immense land. VNA
Three Vietnamese dishes among world’s best in 2018
Australian travel website Traveller has picked three dishes from Vietnam in their list of world’s best dishes in 2018. In the 10th spot is oc, popular throughout Vietnam’s four seasons. Oc is the Vietnamese word for snail – freshwater and salt, big and small. “The preparation varies with the species of snail. Some are fried…
Na Hang lake: A great area to get out of the city at the weekend
Taking a boat trip on Na Hang lake in Tuyen Quang province amid the cool breeze in late autumn is a sound choice to get out of the city at the weekend, allowing visitors to forget their busy schedules at work and refuel their positive energy for the coming week. Na Hang lake is located…
Delicious food for early-winter days in Hanoi
During early-winter days with cool weather in the early morning and at nightfall in Hanoi, it is very interesting for both Hanoians and visitors to enjoy specific delicious food. Nhan Dan
Admiring the clouds on top of Chieu Lau Thi Peak
Located in Ho Thau commune, Hoang Su Phi district, Ha Giang, Chieu Lau Thi peak is part of the Tay Con Linh mountain range, which is known as one of the most diverse ecological populations in Vietnam’s northern region. It is the home to the Dao, Nung, La Chi, and H’mong ethnic minority groups, each…
A bowl of fish cake noodles that will leave you wanting for more
A Ha Noi restaurant serves steaming bowls of various kinds of noodle soups with three types of vegetables to warm your stomach. When the weather starts to turn chill, nothing can be as satisfying as slurping on a steaming bowl of delicious sour and spicy noodles soup. Besides bun rieu (salty tomato broth, served with crab…
Buckwheat flower festival in Ha Giang promises diverse activities
An annual festival centring around buckwheat flowers, the iconic flower of the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang, and the unique cultural values of local ethnic groups will begin on November 23. Director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Hong Hai said this year’s festival themed colourful flowers on the stone…
Lung Cu Flag Tower
Locations: At 1700m above the sea level, in the peak of Rong (Dragon) Mountain, Lung Cu Commune, Dong Van District, about 20km from Dong Van Town. Characteristics: This is the north pole of Viet Nam. The way to the flag tower includes of 283 rock steps. The flag tower is 33.15m in height, 3.8m in…
Experiencing local life in Lang Son
Located in about 170km northeast of Hanoi, Lang Son played a role in the historic Bac Son Uprising against the French in 1940. The area has not only beautiful natural landscapes but also traditional culture values highlighted by tours to the village. Chu Thi Thu Phuong, director of Quynh Son Commune’s homestay Management Broad, said…
Hanoi in changing season
Hanoi on the verge of the new season always has its own charm, with foliage full of colours and lakes dim in the early morning fog. The city is waking up early because of the slow wheel turns from venders’ bikes and footsteps jogging on the roads. The city goes to sleep late, as people…