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Ramuwan festival: Unique cultural practice of Cham people in Binh Thuan

The festival begins with its most significant ritual: the grave-visiting ceremony, where families pay tribute to their ancestors at Cham cemeteries.

Quang Ninh yet to permit cave dining on Bai Tu Long Bay

Authorities in Cam Pha city, the northeastern province of Quang Ninh, have not granted permission to any entity to convert caves in Bai Tu Long Bay into large-scale dining venues, according to Pham Le Hung, Chairman of the city People's Committee.

Ngoi Hoa Bay: The hidden ‘Halong Bay on land’ in Hoa Binh

Escape to Ngoi Hoa Bay in Hoa Binh, a stunning destination with emerald waters, lush greenery, and exciting outdoor adventures. Discover its beauty, culture, and must-visit attractions.

British traveler tries VN's iced coffee: Shocked at first, but now addicted

A British tourist’s viral social media post humorously describes his first sip of Vietnamese black coffee as overwhelming - yet he quickly fell in love with the bold flavors and rich café culture.

Bo Da Pagoda: A hidden spiritual treasure with Vietnam’s largest stupa garden

Bo Da Pagoda, a historical site dating back to the Ly Dynasty, is a sacred destination in northern Vietnam.

Da Lat bans horse-drawn carriages around Xuan Huong Lake

Da Lat has banned horse-drawn carriage rides around Xuan Huong Lake due to safety concerns, unregulated operations, and environmental issues.

The walking fish of Vietnam: Why mudskipper is a must-try specialty

Only found in the wild, the mudskipper is a rare and cherished dish in Vietnam, especially in Ca Mau, where locals have perfected ways to prepare it.

Da Nang floats idea of attracting cruise tourists

For the whole year 2025, Da Nang aims to welcome 11.9 million visitors, including 4.8 million foreigners, representing year-on-year rises of 10% and 17%, respectively.

Taste Atlas names Vietnam’s pickled scallion heads among world's best

The traditional Vietnamese dish, often enjoyed during Tet, has been recognized as one of the finest pickled vegetables globally, securing the 19th spot on Taste Atlas’ list.

VN Salt Craft Festival 2025 to open in Bac Lieu

The Vietnamese Salt Craft Festival - Bac Lieu 2025 will open in the Mekong Delta City of Bac Lieu from March 6-8.

Mang Den’s breathtaking mountain landscapes take social media by storm

A stunning 17-second video of Mang Den has gone viral, amassing 2M views! Discover why this hidden gem in Vietnam is captivating travelers.

Aphrodisiac or myth? Why goat testicles are a hot-selling delicacy in Vietnam

Discover why goat testicles - Vietnam’s unique delicacy - are considered a prized specialty and how they’re prepared.

Taste Atlas ranks Vietnamese street food among the best in Southeast Asia

Taste Atlas highlights 26 Vietnamese dishes in its top 100 Southeast Asian street foods list, with cháo lòng and bún đậu mắm tôm making the cut.

Quang Ninh aims to attract 20 million visitors with over 170 events

Quang Ninh expects to welcome 20 million visitors, including 4.5 million international arrivals, and gain 55 trillion VND (2.2 billion USD) in tourism revenue.

Mekong Delta cities utilise local advantages to promote regional tourism

Localities in the Mekong Delta region have been striving to develop distinctive tourism products to turn the region into a prominent tourist area in Vietnam as designated in the national tourism master plan for the 2021-2030 period.

Bat Long Pagoda: the golden temple shining in the middle of a lake

Located on a small island in Ninh Binh’s Hoa Lu City, Bat Long Pagoda impresses visitors with its glittering golden details and rich history.

Group of 45 brings 40kg of sausage, 150 loaves of bread on bus trip

For a spring trip from Ben Tre to An Giang province, a large family prepared 40 kilograms of homemade sausage, 150 bread rolls, 4 kilograms of noodles, and dozens of pre-prepared chickens and ducks.

Brothless pho in Lang Son keeps diners cool and refreshed

Unlike traditional pho served with hot broth, Pho chua (sour pho), a common dish in northern mountainous provinces such as Ha Giang, Cao Bang and Lang Son, lacks broth and is prepared differently from traditional pho.

Kien Giang releases mobile app to boost tourism

The coastal province of Kien Giang has released a mobile application to help tourists explore interesting local destinations and tourism services.

Vietnam’s Cha Ca La Vong earns top spot in Asia’s seafood rankings

In its latest list of 100 best seafood dishes in Asia, Taste Atlas ranked Cha Ca La Vong third, celebrating its fragrant grilled fish, aromatic herbs, and signature fermented shrimp sauce.