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The Vietnam Beauty Fashion Fest 9, as part of the esteemed international male beauty pageant, showcased the exquisite talent of three prominent Vietnamese designers: Viet Hung, Minh Chau, and Tran Thien Khanh. Their collective presentation featured four breathtaking collections of the iconic ‘ao dai’, a traditional Vietnamese garment renowned for its graceful elegance. Adding to the allure of the event, the current Mr. World titleholder, Jack Heslewood, graced the runway, donning an ‘ao dai’ with poise and sophistication. Mr. World 2024, Jack Heslewood, captivates the audience as he struts down the catwalk in a sublime ‘ao dai’ designed by Tran Thien Khanh. The Vietnam Beauty Fashion Fest 9, hosted in Vung Tau City, showcases the harmonious blend of traditional Vietnamese fashion and modern charm. Photo: Supplied The presence of renowned Vietnamese beauty queens and runners-up, including Que Anh, Ha Kieu Anh, Bui Khanh Linh, Hanh Nguyen, Lam Bich Tuyen, Hien Helen, and An...

The ASOCIO DX Awards, held annually, are a prestigious recognition of exceptional achievements in the field of digital technology utilization and implementation. Nominees for these awards include distinguished individuals, organizations, and businesses from the 24 member economies that comprise ASOCIO. This year’s awards ceremony celebrated excellence in ten diverse categories: Outstanding Tech Organization, Smart City, Digital Government, EdTech, HealthTech, Cybersecurity, ESG, Emerging Digital Solutions & Ecosystem, Women in Tech, and Public/Private Partnership. Vietnam’s achievements were highlighted at the ASOCIO DX Awards 2024, with nine representatives receiving honors. Specifically, Thua Thien-Hue Province garnered recognition by winning the ASOCIO Smart City Award. This accolade serves as a testament to the province’s dedicated efforts in constructing a smart city and accelerating digitalization. Over the years, Thua Thien-Hue has initiated and implemented numerous e-go...

The charming Tra Que Village, nestled amidst the Co Co River and lush paddy fields, captivates 20,000-30,000 visitors annually with its unique allure. The highly anticipated title-awarding ceremony will grace Hoi An in mid-December, celebrating this village’s well-deserved recognition. Tra Que Village stands out for its commitment to traditional farming practices. Its vegetable growers proudly embrace manual labor and sparingly use chemical fertilizers, resulting in a distinctively aromatic harvest. The captivating fragrance of herbs in Tra Que Vegetable Village enthralls visitors. Photo : B.D. / Tuoi Tre The herbs cultivated here possess an unparalleled aroma, a testament to the village’s dedication to quality. With approximately 40 hectares of vegetable farms, Tra Que Village is a bustling hub of agricultural excellence. Local farmers meticulously tend to a diverse range of 40 vegetable varieties, supplying supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels in Hoi An and the nearb...

The exhibition Water Installation and Heritage of Hang Dau Water Tower will open on November 17 as part of the Hanoi Creative Design Festival 2023. It is an art space of light installation made of recycled materials and a unique water sound system that reproduces the natural sound of water. The light installation expands the vision of the beautiful enclosures, while the materials, recycled from urban waste, emphasize the impact of the city on the natural environment. Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., the project was realized by architect Cao The Anh and artist Nguyen Duc Phuong. Through the exhibition, the artists hope to highlight the role of water in life and the connection between man and nature and to make people aware of the importance of preserving the natural environment. This exhibition also aims to allow people to admire the beauty inside an architectural work that has been dormant for decades. Hang Dau Water Tower is located at the intersection of Hang Than, Hang Luoc, Hang Gi...

The Ho Tram tourism strip in the southern province of Ba Ria – Vung Tau, for example, has seen a surge in development of world-class resorts in recent years. More than eight projects have given guests from Vietnam and abroad a taste of luxury holiday experiences. The location benefits from year-round warm weather and a coastline that rivals any in Vietnam. Most of these resorts are self-contained, making them appealing to overseas visitors who only need to communicate in English. They provide a safe option for food and services. For many tourists, simple tasks like buying food can be challenging due to the language barrier. This is a common issue in non-English-speaking countries. Golf has also become a focal point of Vietnamese tourism. Several development and tourism companies have opened golf courses across the country, attracting revenue from international travelers who enjoy playing the sport. Ho Tram, for instance, offers a featured golf course within a short drive from most re...

Built in 1815, the pagoda showcases traditional Khmer architecture and decorations. The walls and towers are adorned with cups, bowls, and dishes, creating a mesmerizing work of art. The first thing that catches visitors’ attention is the three-entrance gate with three towers, each intricately carved with colorful patterns in the traditional Cambodian style. The center tower stands out with a glass box housing a solemn seated Buddha statue. Surrounding the pagoda is a fence adorned with images of Apsara dancing goddesses, symbolizing peace and prosperity. On both sides of the path leading to the pagoda, there are statues of the Kerno goddess. These statues have the face of the Apsara goddess, symbolizing eternal beauty, and the body of the Garuda mythological bird, symbolizing power. The campus of Chen Kieu pagoda is surrounded by lush green trees, creating a serene atmosphere. Nguyen Thi Nhung, a tourist from Hanoi, said, “The ancient pagoda is spacious and has a quiet and f...

Recently, French tiktoker Will Courageux posted three short clips on his channel “Will in Vietnam,” featuring French Ambassador Olivier Brochet exploring Hanoi’s street food. French Ambassador Olivier Brochet (right) and tiktoker Will Courageux sample  Hanoi’s specialty of banh cuon . Photo: Screenshot Shortly after assuming his post in September, the ambassador wasted no time in delving into Hanoi’s culinary delights. Accompanied by his partner, he tried out bun cha , grilled pork,  banh cuon , steamed rice crepes, and ca cuong , dipping sauce made with Lethocerus indicus. The ambassador found these dishes to be incredibly delicious. The adorable videos of Will and the ambassador quickly won the hearts of Vietnamese netizens, particularly among the young audience. In one of the clips, Will and the ambassador visited a renowned banh cuon eatery on To Hien Thanh Street in Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi. They ordered two servings of banh cuon and eagerly savore...

A series of exhibitions and installations of contemporary Vietnamese works are on display until the end of November within the framework of the Hanoi Creative Design Festival 2022. The space of the lantern installation by artist Xuan Lam at Center for Culture and Art No. 22 Hang Buom Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. Photo: Lan Tran  Being displayed at the Center for Culture and Art No.22 Hang Buom Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, is a unique series of contemporary art exhibitions and installations inspired by the Vietnamese heritage and history of 40 individuals and groups of contemporary artists in Hanoi. The exhibition features eight major art spaces, including the art installation “Fairy Skites”; the artifact show “Memories of 22 Hang Buom”, the lantern installation “Past and Present Meeting”, the art installation “Five Elements”, the 3D Game installation space “Air Skylen”, among others. Accordingly, the “Fairy Skites” features images of kites created...

International contestants participating in the final round of the Miss Tourism World 2022 contest will promote the culture and tourism of Hanoi and the other four localities in Vietnam.  International contestants and the Founder of the beauty contest arrive in Hanoi. Photo: VGP On November 14-16, a group of 71 contestants will visit landscapes, and cultural and historical sites in Hanoi, including Hoan Kiem Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam, Thang Long Imperial Citadel, Bat Trang traditional pottery village. They will also have the chance to enjoy the city’s cuisine and the art of Xam  folk singing. From November 16 to 26, the contestants will visit cultural heritages and tourist destinations in the northern provinces of Ninh Binh, Phu Tho, Son La, and Vinh Phuc, including Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Special National Historical Relic of Hung Kings Temple, Tay Thien Scenic Relic Site...