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The inaugural AFL Asia Cup was hosted at the Thanh Long Sports Complex in Ho Chi Minh City’s Binh Chanh District from December 6 to 8, 2024. AFL, the governing body for Australian rules football, introduced this unique and dynamic sport to Asia, with the first tournament taking place in Vietnam. This historic event was exclusively for Asian citizens, featuring 15 teams and approximately 300 players from across ten countries and territories: Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Japan, Laos, Pakistan, and Thailand. The tournament was a free-of-charge event, welcoming spectators to witness the exciting matches and celebrate the growth of this sport in the region. The Japanese Men’s team, champions of the 2024 AFL Asia Cup, held from December 6 to 8, 2024, in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo : AFL Asia Facebook page The competition was fierce, with ten men’s teams and five women’s teams from Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Thailand participating. The fin...

Large crowds, especially tourists, are visiting Hon Ba Mountain during the ongoing National Day holiday (September 2) in Vietnam. With public workers enjoying a four-day weekend, many are taking the opportunity to explore this scenic destination, located over 50 kilometers from Nha Trang City, in Khanh Hoa Province. Sitting at an altitude of 1,578 meters above sea level, Hon Ba Mountain offers a year-round cool climate and a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. One of the mountain’s most notable attractions is the house of Swiss-French doctor and bacteriologist, Alexandre Emile Jean Yersin, who has a close association with Vietnam. Built 110 years ago, the house has recently been renovated to preserve its historical significance and better accommodate tourists. The structure has been designated as a national cultural relic site by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, recognizing its importance in the country’s history. To visit Dr. Yersin’s house, tourists must join...