Muong Thanh Bridge, a historical relic site that witnessed the victorious battle of Dien Bien Phu, is gradually deteriorating. As such, the local tourism sector has been upgrading the bridge in preparation for the 65th victory anniversary celebrations next year. Muong Thanh Bridge spans over Nam Rom River. This historical relic site once witnessed the monumental victory of Dien Bien Phu in its past. Nowadays, it has become a tourism destination in Dien Bien province. However, over the years, the bridge’s condition has been rapidly deteriorating, badly in need of repair. The repair and upgrade of the bridge is projected to be completed by next January. The initial structural design is to be kept intact. The upgrade costs nearly 129,000 USD and is part of preparations for celebrating the 65th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu victory on May 7 next year.–VNA … [Read more...] about Dien Bien Phu battlefield relic in repair
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Project on preserving Dien Bien Phu battle site
The project aims to express the deep gratitude of the Party, State and people of Vietnam to the heroes and martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the Dien Bien Phu victory. Deputy Prime Minister asked the Dien Bien Provincial People's Committee to complete the project to report to the Politburo and submit it to the Prime Minister in the fourth quarter of 2018. Based on the functions and tasks, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Ministry of Defense were also asked to coordinate with the Dien Bien provincial People's Committee in completing the project. The Dien Bien Phu battlefield complex features 45 relic sites, of which eight were put into operation to serve tourists. They include the Museum of Dien Bien Phu Victory, a victory statue, A1 Hill, Him Lam relic site, the command tunnel of French General De Castries, the Muong Phang relic site, a monument featuring soldiers pulling artillery by hand, and a parade field to commemorate the great victory. … [Read more...] about Project on preserving Dien Bien Phu battle site
Free entrance for Dien Bien Phu Historical Victory Museum on National…
Dien Bien Phu Historical Victory Museum (Source: dienbienphu.com.vn)It is part of activities to mark the 73rd anniversary of August Revolution (August 19th) and National Day (September 2nd). Dien Bien provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism instructed relevant agencies to organize activities such as an artistic performance praising the Party, beloved Uncle Ho and the homeland; folk games; exhibition on historical periods and provincial socio-economic achievements and culture of ethnic groups in the province. In addition, a film week will be held for people in remote and disadvantaged communes./. Compiled by BTA … [Read more...] about Free entrance for Dien Bien Phu Historical Victory Museum on National…
Laos awards Order of Friendship to People’s Committee of Dien Bien
Laos awards the Order of Friendship to the People’s Committee of Dien Bien province and third-class Order of Labour to the province’s police. (Photo: VNA) Dien Bien (VNA) – Laos has awarded the Order of Friendship to the People’s Committee of Dien Bien province and third-class Order of Labour to the province’s police. At a ceremony held in Dien Bien Phu city on May 23, Secretary of the Party Committee and Governor of Luang Namtha province of Laos Pheththavone Philavan, on the behalf of the Lao President, presented the orders to the People’s Committee and the police of the northern mountainous province. In his remarks, the Lao Governor said Dien Bien was a base for the Lao revolution during the country’s struggle for liberation while Vietnamese voluntary troops participated in campaigns to liberate northern Laos, including Luang Namtha province in 1962. In recent years, Dien Bien and Luang Namtha have expanded cooperation in the fields of … [Read more...] about Laos awards Order of Friendship to People’s Committee of Dien Bien
Efforts made to fully tap Dien Bien Phu’s tourism potential
The Dien Bien Phu battlefield complex features 45 relic sites, of which eight were put into operation to serve tourists. They include Museum of Dien Bien Phu Victory, victory statue, A1 Hill, Him Lam relic site, command tunnel of French General De Castries, Muong Phang relic site, monument featuring soldiers pulling artillery by hand, and parade field to commemorate the great victory. The Museum of Dien Bien Phu Victory is one of the most significant works to mark the 60th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu victory in 2014. The Government, relevant ministries and sectors and local authorities have paid due attention to carrying out various projects to preserve and restore the relic sites. Particularly, the inauguration of the Museum of Dien Bien Phu Victory in 2014 was one of the most significant works to mark the 60th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu victory (May 7). According to Vu Thi Tuyet Nga, vice director of the museum, more and more tourists have come to the complex of … [Read more...] about Efforts made to fully tap Dien Bien Phu’s tourism potential