Journalist Trần Mai Hưởng, former General Director of Vietnam News Agency and Việt Nam News daily, has just launched a memoir titled Hồi Ký Phóng Viên Chiến Trường (Memoir of a War Reporter). Việt Nam News reporter Lê Hương chats with him about the book and his thoughts on journalism today.

In Mỹ Nghiệp village, artisans still use the traditional methods with complex techniques and exquisite patterns to create colourful and beautiful cloth. Tourists coming to the village can experience and explore the unique culture of the Chăm ethnic group, which has been around since the 17th century.

Organised by the Hà Nội Trade, Tourism, and Investment Promotion Centre from December 15-18, the objective of the programme was to advertise and promote typical agricultural products from Hà Nội, as well as other provinces and cities.

Student Khương Hữu Anh Duy from HCM City won first prize at this year’s Arabic Poem Reciting Contest hosted by Saudi Arabian Embassy in Hà Nội on December 17.

Elder Nguyễn Thị Đức, 80, said: “We all call it Tứ Trụ Cake; it has been offered to the kings of the Lê and Nguyễn Dynasty since it came into being in the 15th century.”

Fresh ingredients, refined traditions, and secret family recipes are hallmarks of cooking in the capital. “Phở” and “cốm xào” with their distinctive flavour are Hà Nội specialities. So if you love fine foods, head to Hà Nội and enjoy these very special dishes.

Aiming to develop numerous high-quality, diverse and unique products to attract domestic and international tourists, the province has been conducting the project building rural tourism sites linked with the construction of new rural areas during the period 2021-2025 in two villages – Phiêng An and Chúa Lải.

Famous Dutch singer Emma Heesters has selected a Vietnamese design for her performance at Muziekfeest van het Jaar musical festival watched by more than 17,000 people

She has combined Western creativity with the traditional fabrics of ethnic minority groups in the northern mountainous region of Việt Nam to make unique clothes that have conquered even the most demanding customers.

Night art tours have drawn much attention, like performances in Hà Nội Chèo (Traditional Opera) Theatre, Hà Nội Cải Lương (Reformed Opera) Theatre and Thăng Long Water Puppetry Theatre.

The Christmas wishes of unfortunate children in Đà Nẵng could come true this year thanks to the "make a wish come true" Christmas trees that many hotels in Đã Nẵng are implementing. Children write down their wishes and anxiously wait for Santa to visit.

Việt Nam is home to a few islands that still possess pristine beauty and places untouched by human encroachment. These islands offer pure escape and serenity, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in their natural wonders. The following list highlights some of these exquisite islands.

Weaving plays a crucial role in the cultural heritage of the Thái people. In Con Cuông District of Nghệ An Province, locals are dedicated to preserving their traditional craft for future generations.

In order for the region to realise its full potential, An Giang has determined that innovating tourism is the way forward. From trekking tours to trail runs, new adventuring activities are being added to put the scenic region on display.

Talented French and Vietnamese artists put on a colourful light-flooded party with contemporary music, traditional Vietnamese instruments, and a unique video mapping show produced by AC3 Studio.

The Ariyana Convention Centre Danang has joined the Asia Venue Alliance (AVA) as a founding member in boosting the co-operation and power share in hosting the continent and world business events among Asian members.

Over 40 artworks featured at the NamHoCeramic 2023 exhibition showcase the artist's adoption of traditional pottery making techniques by artisans from Bát Tràng Pottery Craft Village.

The folk dances contribute to the cultural identity of the Thái community in Nghệ An province. To preserve and develop the beauty of traditional dance art, each village has a club that engages in regular activities every week.