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Hanoi is aiming to attract 24 million visitors in 2023, with four million of them being international tourists. With two months remaining in the year, the number of foreign arrivals has already reached 3.6 million. According to the Hanoi Department of Tourism, the total number of tourists visiting Hanoi in the first 10 months of 2023 has reached 20.7 million, a 34.3% increase compared to the same period in 2022. Among these visitors, there were 3.6 million international tourists, a 3.5-fold increase compared to the same period last year. The number of domestic travelers was 17.1 million, a 19.1% increase. The total revenue from tourism activities during this period was estimated at VND76.3 trillion ($3.1 billion), a 66.7% increase compared to last year. In October 2023, Hanoi welcomed 1.81 million visitors, a 17.2% increase compared to the same month last year but a decrease of 11% compared to September 2023. The number of foreign arrivals in October reached 411,300, a 67.7% increas

Co Loa Citadel , located about 20 km north of downtown Hanoi, is the oldest building in Vietnam with a long history. Its name “Co Loa” comes from Sino-Vietnamese and means “old spiral”, as the structure is shaped like a spiral. An ideal travel destination in Hanoi The Pearl Fountain or My Chau-Trong Thuy Fountain in Co Loa Citadel from a bird’s eye view. Photo: Vuong Loc Together with the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the Co Loa Citadel testifies to the thousand-year history of the nation. The ancient citadel is associated with the legends of Vietnam’s ancestors, such as King An Duong Vuong founding the capital and building the citadel, the magic crossbow of Kim Quy (Golden Turtle) shooting down hundreds of invaders at once, or the tragic love story of Princess My Chau and her expatriate husband Trong Thuy. In addition, its wondrous architecture makes it a unique tourist attraction in Hanoi. Known as the largest ancient citadel in Vietnam, the Co Loa Historical Site c

An American expat who is well-known for his efforts in cleaning up Hanoi has been collecting second-hand items and selling them to raise funds for environmental protection activities since 2019. The project aims to raise awareness about the importance of fixing, recycling, and reusing old items instead of throwing them away. The shop is located in a three-floor house on Lac Long Quan Street in Tay Ho District, Hanoi, where young people have come up with projects to revitalize the city, reduce waste, and study the reuse of second-hand products to protect the environment. The small shop is filled with a wide range of items that are neatly arranged. “At the beginning, we had more foreign customers visiting the shop, but now we have more local customers,” said Tran Nguyen Ngoc, a part-time employee and teacher at the shop. Every day at 9:00 am, Ngoc classifies and arranges items while receiving donations from residents across the northern region. As the project gained popularity, more

Many restaurants from Michelin’s prestigious selection will be featured at the 2nd Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival, which will take place from November 3 to 5 on the walking area of Tran Nhan Tong Street, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi. This event offers tourists a chance to explore the traditional cuisine, street food, snacks, and signature dishes available in the capital, ranging from local street vendors to high-end restaurants. The Hanoi Tourism Department expects that the activities and attractive displays at the event will stimulate tourism and enhance the image of Hanoi as an appealing and secure tourist destination. One of the highlights of this year’s Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival is the Food Court, where visitors can delve into Hanoi’s rich and distinctive culinary scene, including the offerings from Michelin-starred restaurants. Moreover, artisans, craft villages, souvenir shops, and tour operators will also have the opportunity to showcase and promote their products while seekin

As the winner in the Established Artist category, Minh Tien will receive a cash prize of VND500 million (US$20,300) and will compete with winning artists from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand for the prestigious UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year 2023 Award. UOB (United Overseas Bank) is a Singaporean multinational banking corporation. The painter also stands a chance to be selected for a one-month residency program at the prestigious Fukuoka Asian Art Museum in Japan. The 2023 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year award will be announced at an awards ceremony in Singapore on November 8, 2023. Through “Thuy Phu – Water Palace”, artist Minh Tien conveys the concept of impermanence, illustrating the continual transformation of history and religion through the imprint of architecture. Using airbrush painting techniques, the artist skillfully creates the reflection of St. Joseph’s Cathedral on the hood of a car, as the cathedral casts its silhouette on the rain-slic

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  carried out a reforestation campaign to plant 1,000 trees in Dakrong Nature Reserve in Quang Tri Province, north-central Vietnam. The four students attending Le Quy Don High School in Quang Tri’s Dong Ha City sowed a total of 1,000 saplings of breeds native to Dakrong Nature Reserve within one day, the provincial chapter of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union confirmed on the same day. The initiative, called ‘Green Era,’ started in August and raised over VND120 million (US$4,884), all of which was used to purchase the 1,000 saplings. After planting trees on one hectare of land in Dakrong Nature Reserve, the group plans to launch another fundraising campaign to expand reforestation efforts to a different area. Ha Si Dong, the People’s Committee of Quang Tri Province’s permanent deputy chairman, praised ‘Green Era’ as a meaningful, practical, and responsible campaign. “This project prompts considerable contemplation among adults,” affirmed Dong. Like us on Facebook or follow u

The underground Opera House station is the second among 14 stations of the first metro line to reach completion. The metro station is 190 meters long, and 26 meters wide, and features four basements. Its first basement encompasses such facilities as a waiting lounge, ticket machines, a restroom, and automated fee collection gates, while the second and fourth basements function as platforms where passengers can board trains.  The third floor houses equipment for employees at the station, a safety control system, a rest area, and rooms containing electric tools and devices. The Opera House station was designed to have five exits to Lam Son Park, Union Square Tower, and Pasteur Street. The 19.7-kilometer-long metro line, which carries a price tag of VND43.7 trillion (US$1.8 billion), has 17 trains, each consisting of three cars and designed to run at up to 110 kilometers per hour above the ground and 80 kilometers per hour underground. Each Japanese-manufactured train is 61.5 meters

On the evening of October 28, the Hanoi Singing Contest, organized by Hanoi Radio and Television, held its final round. The contest featured 12 contestants across three genres: Chamber Music, Folk Music, and Light Music, as well as a song about Hanoi. Tran Thi Van Anh, an 18-year-old contestant from the central province of Ha Tinh, competed in the folk music genre and won first prize. She is the youngest participant in this year’s competition. The Hanoi Singing Contest marks Van Anh’s first entry into a professional music contest. During the final round, Tran Thi Van Anh delivered an outstanding performance. Her talent and dedication were clear to the judging panel, earning her the top prize. The photo captures the intensity and emotion of Tran Thi Van Anh’s performance, which deeply impressed the audience and judges. In addition to Tran Thi Van Anh, three more contestants were recognized for their exceptional performances. Ho Van Kanh received second place in the light music catego

Vietnam International Fashion Week Fall Winter 2023 is set to take place at the Quan Ngua Sports Palace in Hanoi from November 8-11, playing a vital role in shaping the future of Vietnamese fashion. According to Trang Le, Chairman of the Association of Southeast Asian Fashion Designers (CAFD) and President of Vietnam International Fashion Week (VIFW), the 16th season of VIFW will bring together esteemed designers such as Ivan Tran, Thao Nguyen, Hoang Quyen, Prio Oktaviano (Indonesia), Cao Minh Tien, and Henry Kof, among others.  President of Vietnam International Fashion Week Trang Le (center) and fashion designers. Photo: The Hanoi Times Notably, designer Xuan Thu Nguyen (Netherlands) will be making a homecoming with her brand XUAN. She will be the first Vietnamese designer invited by the French Haute Couture Federation to participate in the Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. The event will also showcase collections by young designer Phan Dang Hoang, who recently left

With only a few days left until Halloween (on October 31) season 2023, Hanoi’s downtown toy streets are filled with colorful playthings and masks, hats, mannequins, skeletons, and scythes, providing selfie photo opportunities for many young people. Hang Ma Street Hang Ma Street is a street in Hanoi that is the go-to spot during the Halloween season. A month ahead of the festival, Hang Ma Street is brightly and magically decorated with a series of mannequins, masks, clothes, colorful lanterns, and scary toys. These days, it is packed with people shopping, taking selfies, and savoring the lively environment. Hang Ma Street is an ideal backdrop for photography on this occasion. Ho Guom Pedestrian Street Every Halloween, young people often turn the wide pedestrian street into a fashion runway where they show off their bizarre costumes and unique makeup. There are also many interesting activities such as dressing up, mask painting, exciting magic shows, or street performances. Don’t w

EPVN was established in 2007 by parents who wanted to assist orphaned children in Vietnam and enhance the relationship between Vietnam and France. Its main goal is to improve the living conditions of children in orphanages and disadvantaged families in Vietnam through humanitarian aid, such as providing supplementary food or milk for infants, conducting vaccination campaigns, organizing medical activities, supplying hygiene products, and raising awareness in these areas. Speaking at the gala, Vietnamese Ambassador to France Dinh Toan Thang expressed his appreciation for the work EPVN has done for Vietnamese children. He emphasized that the Vietnamese culture week in Versailles is an important and meaningful event, particularly as the countries celebrate the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic relations and the 10th anniversary of their strategic partnership. Mayor of Versailles François de Mazières highlighted that the culture week has showcased the spirit of solidarity and creati

Every November, the Thao Nguyen Flower Garden on the banks of the Red River in Hanoi has become a must-visit destination for ox-eye daisy lovers. This year, the flowering season came early, with the flowers in full bloom since late October. The 2,000-square-meter flower garden features more than 10,000 daisies planted in midsummer and in full bloom in late fall and early winter. According to the owner of the flower garden, the daisies here are sown in a cold nursery. The young plants are then nurtured for four to five months to mature and produce the most brilliant flowers. The most favorable time to photograph the daisy in the gardens is early in the morning and late in the afternoon, when the sunlight is not too intense and allows for more harmonious and fairly bright photos. The garden is in full bloom in late fall and early winter. Photos: Huy Pham/The Hanoi Times The plants produce the most brilliant flowers in this season. The tiny pure w

From the lighthouse at Dai Lanh cape, Tortorelli operated a drone to capture, as he described it, “the stunning array of colors that adorned the sky”. “As I watched the live feed from my drone, the scene unfolded before my eyes like a dream,” said Tortorelli, who shared a photo of the sunrise with his 9,000 Instagram followers @with.b3n. “In that moment of serenity, a sense of gratitude filled my heart for the privilege of witnessing such an awe-inspiring morning.” A photo taken by Benjamin Tortorelli of Mui Dien lighthouse in Phu Yen Province, south-central Vietnam. That July sunrise was not Tortorelli’s first photograph from Phu Yen. In fact, the 35-year-old photographer’s Instagram is filled with photos of Phu Yen landmarks that he has captured during his seven visits to the province. These include snapshots of the Tuyet Diem salt fields and O Loan Lagoon. A bird’s-eye view taken by Benjamin Tortorelli of farmers working on a salt field in Tuyet Diem salt vi

The event will provide a unique opportunity for businesses, F&B representatives, and culinary enthusiasts in the capital to explore the potential for further development in the South American nation while enjoying the flavors of traditional dishes, cocktails, and the exquisite taste of Peruvian specialty coffee. The culinary week will be organized by the Embassy of Peru in Vietnam in collaboration with Á Âu Vocational Guidance and Sheraton Hanoi Hotel, which will feature special activities such as cooking and mixology classes for students, as well as demonstrations of Peruvian cuisine. Participants will have the chance to experience the enticing array of flavors of famous dishes prepared by Peruvian chef Jose Maria Murga Brescia at the Oven D’or Restaurant of Sheraton Hanoi Hotel. From 2012 to 2023, the World Travel Awards organization has nominated Peru 10 times on the list of the world’s top culinary tourism destinations. Peru has also been honored in the category of top

The purpose of the festival is to showcase the beauty of Vietnam’s landscapes and people, as well as to foster international exchanges through various photography-related activities. This festival is part of a series of events celebrating the National Tourism Year 2023, which is hosted by Binh Thuan province and carries the theme “Binh Thuan – Green Convergence”. Ma The An, Director of the Department of Fine Arts, Photography, and Exhibition, stated that the festival provides an opportunity for photography enthusiasts and professionals from both Vietnam and abroad to exchange ideas and showcase their artworks. Out of the 2,252 submissions from 147 photographers representing 15 countries and territories, only 200 photos by 82 participants were selected for the exhibition titled “Vietnam through the lens of international photographers” in Phan Thiet City. These photos are also available for viewing on the website of the Department of Fine Arts, Photography, and Exhibition at ape.

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam-Japan diplomatic relations, the Japanese Embassy in Hanoi announced a street food initiative to promote the culinary culture of both countries. As part of the project, two Vietnamese chefs and one Japanese chef will collaborate to create new dishes that blend traditional Vietnamese and Japanese cooking techniques and ingredients, showcasing culinary solidarity. The recipes for these innovative dishes will be featured on the organizing board’s website at https://ift.tt/kmJb6Fj, along with an opportunity for online voting. Renowned Vietnamese cuisine researcher in Japan, Chef Shinobu Ito, will contribute two dishes created from simple yet representative ingredients of both culinary traditions. These dishes include Okonomiyaki-flavored grilled rice paper and grilled rice balls flavored with fish sauce. The two Vietnamese chefs, Huynh Thanh Lam and Nguyen Ba Phuoc, will present a unique fusion of popular Vietn

The audience who completely filled Nguyen Du Indoor Stadium were captivated by the breathtaking performances of Vai, a three-time Grammy Award-winning artist, and his talented colleagues. They were truly amazed by Vai’s extraordinary Hydra guitar, a multi-faceted instrument with two headstocks and three necks, featuring 7 and 12-string guitars, a 4-string ¾ scale length bass, 13 sympathetic harp strings, half-fretless necks, single-coil, humbucking, piezo, MIDI, and sustainer pickups, as well as floating and hardtail tremolo bridges and phase splitters. This concert in Vietnam marks Vai’s first performance in the country, celebrating his 45-year-long music career and promoting his latest album, Inviolate. Vietnam is the inaugural destination of Vai’s Inviolate World Tour in Southeast Asia. Vai, at the age of 63, is an accomplished American guitarist, songwriter, and producer. He has been nominated for Grammy Awards 15 times and has been honored with the prestigious award three

The Vietnam Professional Basketball League (VBA) organized the selection process for outstanding individual awards during the 2023 VBA Finals. The selection board consisted of prominent figures in the Vietnamese basketball community, including deputy chairman of the Vietnam Basketball Federation (VBF) Huynh Trong Khai and Nguyen Tran Phuc, a member of the VBF inspection committee. After preliminary considerations, 17-year-old Pham Nhat Thai Quang was selected to join the ‘Rookie of the Year’ candidate roster. The nominee list for the ‘Rookie of the Year’ award at the 2023 VBA. Photo: VBA The rising star from the Thang Long Warriors created quite a buzz during the initial phases of the 2023 VBA season thanks to his remarkable courage and confidence.  In the group stage alone, the teenage guard played a total of 274 minutes. Quang played in 17 out of 18 matches for the Thang Long Warriors, including two appearances in the starting lineup.  He maintained an average of 4.7

‘Weekend 31,’ the English singer on Sunday wrote on her verified Facebook account while posting photos capturing moments from the 31st show of her ‘Weekends with Adele” residency at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The residency is a series of Friday and Saturday night shows, which began on November 18 last year and is scheduled to wrap up on November 4 this year.  In the photos, the singer is seen in a dress designed by Cong Tri, a luxury brand owned by renowned Vietnamese designer Nguyen Cong Tri, whose designs have been worn by stars from around the world several times in recent years. “Adele chose a Swarovski-adorned velvet dress customized by Cong Tri for a performance at the ‘Weekends with Adele’ live show in Las Vegas, USA,” the brand announced on its verified Facebook account on Tuesday. A photo posted on Cong Tri brand’s verified Facebook account shows English singer Adele wearing a dress by Nguyen Cong Tri in the 31st show of her ‘Weekends with Adele’ residency co

Every day, Nguyen Tuyet Nhung patiently waits until 7 p.m. for her children and grandchildren to come home from school and work, and the entire family gathers around the table. Sharing a meal and discussing their day is a tradition that Nhung’s family strives to uphold, even in the absence of her late husband. “In today’s world, my children are either busy or engrossed in their own social interests, and I feel that dinner time is the only opportunity for family interaction,” she expressed, emphasizing the importance of family culture in fostering a civilized society. This concern is also shared by the authorities of Hanoi city. According to Do Dinh Hong, the Director of Hanoi’s Department of Culture and Sports, there is still a prevalence of uncultured behaviors in daily life, and families face challenges in strengthening the connection between family members. The moral standards of Hanoi people and the capital’s family value system are being undermined in today’s society. To address

Hanoi has been awarded the prestigious title of World’s Best Golf City Destination 2023, surpassing famous cities like Paris and New York in the field of golf tourism. This achievement was announced at the 10th World Golf Awards ceremony held on October 23 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Representatives of Hanoi at the award ceremony of the 10th World Golf Awards 2023 in the United Arab Emirates. Photo: World Golf Awards An online voting was conducted on the worldgolfawards.com website to select the best golf destination, and Hanoi received positive feedback from golf experts, media organizations, golf tour companies, golf course owners, hotels, and golf associations from various countries worldwide. A representative from the Hanoi Tourism Department expressed that this award is a great source of pride for Hanoi, showcasing the city’s continuous efforts in the development of the tourism industry. Situated in the northern part of Vietnam, Hanoi benefits from its ide

In 2020, photographer Nguyen Hai and his team embarked on a second expedition to explore Hang Tien Cave. Starting from Tan Hoa Commune, they rode their motorbikes towards Cao Quang commune in Quang Binh. Upon reaching the hill, Hai had to trek through forests, mountains, and streams to reach the meadow. After hours of walking on the rocky path, the photographer arrived at the Hang Tien camping site, situated beside a cool, emerald stream. One of the most significant characteristics of this destination is its vortex-looking shape that resembles the eye of a storm. Photo: Nguyen Hai Hang Tien (Fairy Cave) is the largest dry cave in the Tu Lan cave system, located in Tuyen Hoa district, Quang Binh province, about 70 km west of Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park. It stands approximately 70 m high and 50 m wide. The best time to visit this outdoor attraction is during the dry season, which runs from April to August. One of the defining features of this destination is its vort

Six Universities named in THE World Rankings THE (Times Higher Education) is one of the most famous and influential university rating organizations globally, along with Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). According to the latest announcement by THE, Vietnam has six higher education institutions in the world university rankings for 2024. The six are Duy Tan University in Da Nang, Ton Duc Thang University in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam National University in Hanoi, Vietnam National University in HCMC, and Hue University. Vietnam National University in Hanoi (VNU) is named in the 1201–1500 range out of 1904 ranked higher education institutions, according to the published results. Vietnam National University in Hanoi (VNU) 1004 higher education institutions from 108 nations and territories are listed in THE 2024 rankings. THE uses the WUR 3.0 rating system this year, with several c