Da Lat city's century-old railway station doubles as tourist draw
Perched at over 1,500 metres above sea level in Lam Dong province, Da Lat Railway Station is seen as one of the oldest and most beautiful stations in Vietnam and former Indochina. Beyond its architectural pedigree, the station now doubles as a tourist draw, pulling visitors eager to ride the Da Lat–Trai Mat tourist train through the Central Highlands.
Film market to debut at 2026 Hanoi International Film Festival
A film market will make its debut at the eighth Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF) 2026, scheduled for November 24–28, aiming to create an annual film trading platform and support the professional and internationally integrated development of Vietnam’s film industry ecosystem.
RoK media decodes “Phu Quoc phenomenon”: Why Guam and Saipan are being replaced
Once the default choice for the Republic of Korea (RoK)'s families, Guam and Saipan are steadily losing ground to a rising star in Southeast Asia. Recent reports by The Korea Herald and Korea JoongAng Daily analyse Phu Quoc as an emerging tourism phenomenon. The island's success is attributed not only to competitive costs but also to activities that are redefining the multi-generational vacation experience.
New momentum injected into Ho Chi Minh City’s cultural industries
As it strives to become a regional cultural hub, Ho Chi Minh City is pursuing a dual-track approach of upgrading cultural infrastructure while reforming governance, and the fresh launch of the Phu Tho Circus and Multi-purpose Performance Centre is deemed a demonstration of its resolve to unlock resources and drive cultural industries forward.
Vietnam Culture Day: Rendezvous of identity, internal strength
The designation of November 24 as Vietnam Culture Day sends a message that goes well beyond creating another paid public holiday. At its core, it is a deliberate affirmation by the Party and State that culture must stand on equal footing with economy, politics and society in the national development strategy, said Assoc. Prof. Dr Bui Hoai Son.
Ngoc Lang Nam Hai in Ho Chi Minh City highlights deep-rooted whale worship
Ngoc Lang Nam Hai in Ho Chi Minh City, widely known as the whale cemetery, has become a distinctive spiritual and cultural landmark for coastal residents, reflecting a long-standing belief system deeply intertwined with the lives of fishing communities.
Open classrooms nurture young people’s love for heritage
Hue, a heritage-rich former imperial capital, rolled out its heritage education programme in 2019, offering students immersive “open classrooms” that promote direct interaction and experiential learning, deepening their understanding of history, culture and national identity while nurturing a love for their homeland.
World-renowned pianist Kevin Kenner to perform in Vietnam
Internationally acclaimed pianist Kevin Kenner, winner of the 12th International Chopin Piano Competition, will perform in Vietnam next month in a chamber concert titled “In Gratitude”, alongside Vietnamese pianist Nguyen Viet Trung and a quintet of guest artists.
Must-try experiences in Sa Pa during National Reunification holiday
During the upcoming Hung Kings Commemoration Day (April 27) and the Liberation of the South and National Reunification holidays (April 30) – May Day (May 1), Sa Pa, a celebrated destination in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai, will welcome visitors with a captivating blend of breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural experiences distinctive to Vietnam’s northwest highlands.
New cruise route linking Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays launched
A new cruise service connecting Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh province and Lan Ha Bay in neighbouring Hai Phong city officially commenced operations on April 20, offering visitors a seamless journey across two of northern Vietnam’s most renowned seascapes.
