Hanoi was the sole representative from Vietnam to feature in the top 100 best cities in the world in 2024, released by newswire World’s Best Cities, with the capital ranking 96th overall.

Linh Ung - Bai But Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula is the largest and most beautiful among the three Linh Ung pagodas in the central city of Da Nang. It boasts a poetic and romantic landscape in the sacred atmosphere of Vietnamese Buddhism.

For ethnic groups in the Central Highlands, the gong is not only a musical instrument but also a magical tool used in their polytheist religion, and is therefore held in solemn esteem by local people. Join us on a tour to the region to see how the M’Nong people, an indigenous ethnic group, have attempted to preserve their gong space.

Over the course of more than a millennium, the Thang Long-Hanoi region has undergone profound transformations, leaving distinct imprints on the memory of those acquainted with it, be they residents or visitors.

With unique architectural works, Lam Kinh, a special national relic site in Lam Son town, Tho Xuan district, in the north-central province of Thanh Hoa, is both a local and national treasure. Join us to learn more about the site.

The Vietnam National Tourism Authority (VNAT) under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on January 26 launched a video clip entitled "Nha Trang - Khanh Hoa: Touching your heart!" as part of the activities to promote the south-central province’s tourism within the VNAT’s tourism communications programme on digital platforms.

“No electricity, no schools and no stations” are what travellers say about Ho riverine island in Cang Long district in the Mekong Delta’s Tra Vinh province. Nighttime tours without electricity use have become a unique and attractive offering, giving tourists an experience not easily found elsewhere.

Pa Khoang Lake, the largest reservoir in Dien Bien province, is nestled among majestic natural surroundings and boasts a refreshing climate and abundant lush vegetation. Its setting makes it ideal for the development of eco-tourism and resorts, providing a perfect opportunity for visitors to explore and relax amid nature.

The People’s Committee of Quang Binh province has recently approved the Tu Lan Cave exploration tourism project in Minh Hoa district’s Tu Lan forest area. The project will receive investment of 25 billion VND (more than 1 million USD) and is expected to cater to 10,000-12,000 domestic and foreign tourists each year.

Many localities across the country welcomed first domestic and international visitors with boutiques and presents on the very first days of 2024.

The renowned resort town of Sa Pa in Vietnam’s northern mountainous province of Lao Cai has gone through 120 years of tourism development. Since the French placed the first marker on Mt Fansipan in 1903 and built a resort to welcome guests, Sa Pa has become a national tourist area and aims to secure international standing.

Ha Long Bay-Cat Ba Archipelago in the northern Province of Quang Ninh and neighbouring Hai Phong City is the first Vietnamese inter-provincial site listed by the UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage. UNESCO’s recognition has enhanced the value of this vast, majestic, and beautiful area.

Na Hang Lake in the northern province of Tuyen Quang has been dubbed “Inland Ha Long Bay” in the mountainous region and has become popular among domestic travellers.

Binh Dinh province meets international requirements to host the Powerboat Race F1H2O Grand Prix. The tournament is expected to be a highlight in the province’s smokeless industry in 2024.