Flower street portrays Thanh Hoa as land of heritage

Le Loi street in the central province of Thanh Hoa is decked out in flowers to herald the 2015 National Tourism Year that has the theme “Connecting World Heritages”.
Le Loi street in the central province of Thanh Hoa is deckedout in flowers to herald the 2015 National Tourism Year that has thetheme “Connecting World Heritages”.

The street,opened from April 1-8 by the provincial People’s Committee and theVietnam Cultural Heritage Association, looks to honour local andnational cultural heritage values.

Visitors couldsee prominent world and national cultural heritage reproductionsconverged on the street, such as the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty (ThanhHoa), Ha Long Bay (northern Quang Ninh province), Thang Long imperialcitadel (Hanoi), Ninh Binh ancient capital in Trang An landscapecomplex, Ngo Mon (Noon Gate) in Hue imperial city, Hoi An ancient town,and My Son holy site (central Quang Nam province).

They are also able to tour popular tourist attractions in the provincesuch as Ham Rong bridge, Ba Trieu temple, and Lam Kinh historical relicsite.

The same day, the provincial People’sCommittee coordinated with the Ninh Binh provincial Department ofCulture, Sports and Tourism to kick off a photo exhibition featuring thenational flower lotus and the historical relic sites, trade villages,and traditional customs of northern Ninh Binh province.

Ninh Binh is home to a number of must-see destinations, including theTrang An tourism complex - a UNESCO-recognised cultural and naturalheritage site, Tam Coc–Bich Dong caves, Phat Diem stone church, CucPhuong National Park, Van Long Nature Reserve, Kenh Ga hot springs, andBai Dinh pagoda – the largest Buddhist cultural and spiritual centre inVietnam.

The exhibition aims to connect worldheritage in the central province of Thanh Hoa with those in othercities and provinces across the country.

The 2015National Tourism Year will open on April 3 in Thanh Hoa province with aspecial art performance featuring Vietnamese world intangible culturalheritage such as “nha nhac” (royal court music), “quan ho” (love duet)of Bac Ninh, Vi-Dam singing (two kinds of folk music from central NgheAn and Ha Tinh provinces, and “don ca tai tu” (amateur singing).-VNA

See more

Delegates cut ribbon to open the 'Colours of Land of Ancestors Tourism - Phu Tho 2025' art programme and “Phu Tho – Travel to Love” tourism promotion programme. (Photo: VNA)

Phu Tho holds diverse activities to promote tourism

An art programme named 'Colours of Land of Ancestors Tourism - Phu Tho 2025' and a tourism promotion programme themed “Phu Tho – Travel to Love” opened in the northern midland province of Phu Tho on April 3 evening as part of activities of the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day Festival and the Culture and Tourism Week of Ancestral Land for the Year of the Snake.

Cao Pendant Quang Vinh is expected to join the Vietnamese national team. (Photo: courtesy of Hanoi Police)

Coach targets naturalised players to improve team

Highlighting the importance of integrating naturalised and overseas Vietnamese players amid a generational shift in the sport, coach Kim Sang-sik said: "I am committed to seeking dual-nationality players. This is not just a global trend but a common practice in Asian football, which will significantly boost our competitiveness on the international stage."

The Vietnam team train for the 2025 AFC U17 Asian Cup. (Photo: courtesy of VFF)

U17 Vietnam’s path to World Cup begins

Vietnam are aiming to secure second place in Group B at the 2025 AFC U17 Asian Cup, which would guarantee them a spot in the 2025 U17 World Cup finals.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Pham Quang Hieu speaks at the event (Photo: VNA)

Floral diplomacy helps strengthen Vietnam-Japan ties

Princess Takamado appreciated the Vietnamese Embassy’s efforts in organising the Ikebana International Fair 2024, as well as its contributions to popularising the cultures of and strengthening the friendship between the two countries.

Vice Chairman of the Phu Tho provincial People's Committee Nguyen Huy Ngoc and other delegates offer incense at the Mau Au Co Temple. (Photo: VNA)

Legendary ancestors commemorated in Phu Tho

Local leaders and citizens offered incense, flowers, and tributes to express their gratitude to Father Lac Long Quan and Mother Au Co for laying the foundations of the nation. They also prayed for national prosperity, peace, and unity. ​

At a rehearsal of the military-civilian parade to mark the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification in Ho Chi Minh City on April 30. (Photo: VNA)

Grand celebration, parade marking 50th national reunification anniversary to take place on April 30 in HCM City

A national-level celebration celebrating the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification in Ho Chi Minh City on April 30 will feature a 30-minute art performance, flag-saluting, speeches by top leaders and representatives of war veterans and young people. It will be followed by a military-civilian parade and a symbolic release of balloons and doves.

Vietnamese Consul General in Khon Kaen Dinh Hoang Linh (middle), his spouse and delegates at the event. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese community in Thailand honours cultural, traditional values

Vietnamese Consul General in Khon Kaen Dinh Hoang Linh reiterated the Party and State’s constant policy of considering the Vietnamese community abroad as an inseparable part and an important resource of the nation. The diplomat expressed his hope that the community will continue to accompany and join hands with their fellows at home in striving towards a prosperous and powerful future for the country.

The 8th reenactment of the Hung Kings' Death Anniversary ceremony organised at the Vietnam Culture Festival 2025 in Osaka. (Photo: VNA)

2025 Vietnam Culture Festival held in Osaka

The Vietnam Culture Festival 2025 in Japan's Sakai city is not only an opportunity to preserve and promote Vietnamese culture but also serves as a bridge to bring the image of Vietnam and its people closer to Japanese friends.