As one of four core sites in the Trang An Landscape Complex, the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital Relic Site in Ninh Binh is a destination rich in national cultural and historical value. On an area of more than 300 hectares, the ancient capital of Hoa Lu is a relic complex with walls, caves, temples, tombs, and especially the ancient temples. The site attracts a large number of tourists every year. Ninh Binh province has succeeded in tapping tourism associated with spiritual attractions over recent years. The province has introduced projects and plans to promote the cultural and historical values of the Hoa Lu ancient capital. The link between tourism and culture in Ninh Binh has helped boost the preservation of cultural values, especially the identity of and differences in local culture. Tangible and intangible cultural heritage items in Ninh Binh are valuable resources contributing to promoting the image and value of the province’s tourism sector. These are expected to … [Read more...] about Ninh Binh moves to entice tourists to spiritual attractions
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Ninh Binh infuses cultural elements into OCOP products
Bo Bat pottery items are a signature product of Yen Thanh commune in Yen Mo district, Ninh Binh province. In order to produce items that are more unique and relevant to the province’s historical and cultural values, local artisans have added images of tourist attractions and historical relic sites in the province, including temples worshipping King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh and the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, among others. Bo Bat pottery items are among various products promoted under the OCOP programme, which gives these products a good name. This not only helps craftsmen and traders, but also promotes the historical and cultural values of the province at large. In order to promote cultural values in these OCOP products, Ninh Binh province has studied its localities to revive traditional crafts while promoting those already available. Efforts by the local authorities have paid off, with more and more local products becoming known. Ninh Binh’s … [Read more...] about Ninh Binh infuses cultural elements into OCOP products
Samsung to build 7th ‘hope school’ in Vietnam’s Binh Phuoc Province
The latest school within the ‘Samsung Hope School’ project will be built in southeastern Vietnam’s Binh Phuoc Province following a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between South Korea’s Samsung Electronics Vietnam Co. Ltd. (SEV), local authorities, and relevant agencies. The MoU was inked on Tuesday between the project’s investor, SEV, and the administration of the province’s Dong Xoai City, the provincial Department of External Affairs, and the Korea Food for the Hungry International (KFHI), as a continuity of the project to provide comprehensive learning and development opportunities for children throughout Vietnam. The new school, to be built in Dong Xoai in the near future, will be the seventh to be built so far by SEV in Vietnam, after those in Bac Ninh, Thai Nguyen, Bac Giang, Lang Son, Dong Nai, and Vinh Phuc Provinces. Samsung Hope School is one of many key social responsibility projects of SEV with the mission of spreading knowledge, sharing vision, and creating … [Read more...] about Samsung to build 7th ‘hope school’ in Vietnam’s Binh Phuoc Province
Tourist arrivals to Quang Binh see 2-fold rise during nine months
Tourists explore the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park in Quang Binh province. (Photo: VNA) Quang Binh (VNA) – The central province of Quang Binh, dubbed the “kingdom of caves”, welcomed over 3.6 million tourist arrivals in the first nine months of 2023, soaring 2.32-fold year on year, reported the provincial Department of Tourism. It attracted more than 3.5 million domestic visitors while the number of international arrivals shot up over four-fold to 89,380 during the period. Revenue from accommodation services topped 454 billion VND (18.6 million USD), up 1.35-fold from a year earlier, statistics showed. This year, Quang Binh has continued to receive positive assessment from both domestic and foreign tourists and magazines such as Lonely Planet (the US), The Travel (Canada), Wanderlust (the UK), Booking.com, and the Saigon Times, the department said. It noted that the province has stepped up tourism promotion and connectivity, boosted investment from the … [Read more...] about Tourist arrivals to Quang Binh see 2-fold rise during nine months
Samsung Hope School to be built in Binh Phuoc province
The document was inked by the People’s Committee of Dong Xoai city in Binh Phuoc province, Samsung Electronics Vietnam Co., Ltd., and the Korea Food for the Hungry International. Choi Joo Ho, General Director of Samsung Vietnam, said 2023 marks the 10th year of the Samsung Hope School project in Vietnam, which have come to different provinces like Bac Ninh, Thai Nguyen, Bac Giang and Lang Son, benefiting more than 5,000 disadvantaged children. Tran Tue Hien, Chairman of the Binh Phuoc People’s Committee, noted that the project demonstrates the social responsibility of Samsung, while opening up new, long-term cooperation opportunities between Samsung Vietnam and Binh Phuoc. The school will be provided with modern equipment, with specialized rooms, aiming to facilitate students’ comprehensive development. Its construction is scheduled to begin later this year in Dong Xoai city. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Samsung Hope School to be built in Binh Phuoc province
Frasers Property Vietnam and GELEX Group break ground on Bac Ninh project
Industrial Centre YP2C is scheduled to be completed in the second quarter of 2024 and will feature 34,500 sq.m of high-quality industrial and logistics space Industrial Centre YP2C is scheduled to be completed in the second quarter of 2024 and will feature 34,500 square metres of high-quality industrial and logistics space designed in accordance with Frasers Property’s premium estates concept that reflects its commitment to healthy, sustainable, and high-performing industrial assets. The 3-in-1 multi-functional industrial space will seamlessly integrate showroom, office, and production assemblies with 7,000sq.m dedicated to a green recreation park and on-site service centre to support occupier wellbeing in the estate. According to Lim Hua Tiong, CEO of Frasers Property Vietnam, Bac Ninh is a strategic manufacturing hub in the northern key economic zone that is contributing to Vietnam’s push to move up the value chain. Nguyen Trong Hien, chairman of GELEX Group, stated, said … [Read more...] about Frasers Property Vietnam and GELEX Group break ground on Bac Ninh project
Vietnam’s 9 UNESCO world heritage sites
1. Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago The Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago boasts limestone islands and lush islands, creating its unique natural charm. Photo by VnExpress/Tran Dat On September 16, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee added the Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago to its list of world natural heritage sites. This latest recognition brings Vietnam's tally to three natural heritages, five cultural heritages, and a mixed natural and cultural property. According to the Department of Cultural Heritage, the Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago earned UNESCO recognition due to its natural beauty, which includes limestone islands cloaked in foliage and limestone peaks rising above sea level. The area's vistas, featuring lush islands, saltwater lakes, and limestone cliffs, contribute to its unique appeal. 2. Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay itself has received UNESCO accolades twice before. In 1994, it was designated … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s 9 UNESCO world heritage sites
Activities bring joy to children during Mid-Autumn Festival
State President Vo Van Thuong shared the joy with children at a special event in the southern province of Binh Phuoc on September 27. Some 100 children in the province, including 50 who lost their parents from COVID-19 and 50 who are disadvantaged, received Mid-Autumn gifts and scholarships worth 2 million VND (equivalent to 83 USD) each from the President. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited and presented gifts to children from disadvantaged backgrounds undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Haematology and Blood Transfusion on September 28. Similar activities have been held in hospitals around Vietnam. “The Hue Central Hospital has held numerous activities to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival this year, so that kids can feel at home. The activities are hoped to cheer them up and encourage them to return to good health,” said Hoang Thi Lan Huong, Deputy Director of the Hue Central Hospital. Over 600 orphans from 20 orphanages and charitable shelters in … [Read more...] about Activities bring joy to children during Mid-Autumn Festival
Recruitment soaring in tech titan positions
Photo: Duc Thanh In the working session between Chairwoman of Bac Ninh People’s Committee Nguyen Huong Giang and Goertek Group on September 12, the leader of Goertek reported on construction progress of its third plant located in Nam Son-Hap Linh Industrial Park. According to Goertek, one of Apple’s largest acoustic products suppliers, the construction of this third facility is accelerating. To prepare for the operation, the corporation is continuously placing notices on the recruitment information on its website as well as at online job fairs. The $300-million factory in Nam Son-Hap Linh Industrial Park, which will produce consumer electronics, communication equipment, and optical equipment, will go into operation in April 2024, with the total recruitment demand up to 50,000 people. Foxconn and Luxshare ICT Vietnam have simplified recruitment procedures and offer competitive incomes to employ a large volume of employees. Nguyet Ha, HR staff of Foxconn Quang Chau, said … [Read more...] about Recruitment soaring in tech titan positions
Vietnam resolved to strengthen ties with Bulgaria: top legislator
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (L) and Chairwoman of the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) Korneliya Ninova, who is also President of the Parliamentary Group "BSP for Bulgaria". (Photo: VNA) Sofia (VNA) – Vietnam is resolved to consolidate and strengthen its relations with Bulgaria in all the Party, legislature, government and people-to-people diplomacy channels, as well as connectivity between businesses and localities of the two countries, National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue told Chairwoman of the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) Korneliya Ninova, who is also President of the Parliamentary Group "BSP for Bulgaria". At the meeting on September 26 (Bulgaria time), part of Hue’s official visit to Bulgaria, the Vietnamese top legislator thanked the Bulgarian NA for approving the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) just before his visit, which he said is an important step for the agreement to take effect. The leader lauded … [Read more...] about Vietnam resolved to strengthen ties with Bulgaria: top legislator