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Ninh Binh, a province nestled amidst picturesque mountains in the Red River Delta’s southernmost reaches, offers a captivating blend of natural splendor and cultural allure, approximately 100 kilometers from Hanoi. The group embarked on their journey on a Tuesday afternoon, choosing Hanoi as their gateway to explore three enchanting destinations in northern Vietnam: Hanoi, Ninh Binh Province, and Quang Ninh Province. These tourists were especially keen to embark on a unique voyage through Trang An’s network of breathtaking caves aboard small, eco-friendly boats. Indian travelers embark on a boat tour to uncover the natural wonders of the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex. Photo: Ninh Binh Department of Tourism Their itinerary included visits to temples and pagodas, each steeped in historical, religious, and spiritual significance, providing a profound insight into the local culture of Ninh Binh Province. Following their exploration of Trang An, the group savored a deligh...

Hanoi’s tourism sector witnessed remarkable growth in July, with a significant surge in both international and domestic visitor arrivals. This boom resulted in a total revenue of VND63 trillion (US$2.53 billion) for the industry, marking an impressive 18.9% increase. According to the Hanoi Tourism Department, the city welcomed 2.52 million visitors in July 2024, representing a 7.4% year-on-year increase. Of these, international arrivals are estimated at 425,000, indicating a substantial 20.8% rise, while domestic tourists exceeded 2.1 million, a 5% increase. The month’s total tourist revenue reached VND9.2 trillion ($366 million), reflecting a notable 10.3% growth.  The iconic Hanoi Opera House basking in the sunshine. Photo courtesy of Dung Dang Dang Huong Giang, Director of the Hanoi Department of Tourism, shared plans to enhance the city’s tourism offerings. These include finalizing the draft decision on “Regulations on Management Models of City-Level Tour...

According to Nguyen Anh Chung, owner of a local noodle workshop, the village was a traditional craft handed down from generation to generation. Chung noted that the vermicelli looks simple, although it’s not easy to make it both delicious and tasty. The making process includes powder making, thread forming, and drying. The main ingredient in making the vermicelli is bean powder, not rice or wheat flour like in other kinds of vermicelli. Local makers mince the beans and then put them into smooth flour. After that, they dry the flour once more before then soaking it in water. They then take the mixture and put it in a large copper bowl which has many small holes in the bottom whilst letting the flour flow into a boiling saucepan. The vermicelli will then change from dark to clear. The makers take the strings out and let it cool off before forming them into small squares on a big wooden sheet. ...