Duanwu festival at Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers Its pyramid-shaped dumplings are composed of five different fillings wrapped in aromatic bamboo leaves, with each dumpling hand-crafted by skilled chefs from Li Bai Cantonese restaurant. The dragon boat dumplings can be purchased individually or in gift sets, and a tasting booth is set up at the hotel lobby from 9am to 7pm daily. Held annually on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, the Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated widely in other nearby markets. The festivities vary from region to region, but share several distinctive features with ceremonies such as dragon boat races, folk entertainments, and feasts lavished with rice dumplings. A notable part of celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival is spending time with family members and friends. This year, the Dragon Boat Festival falls on June 22. Gastronomes can savour the freshly cooked dragon boat dumplings at Li Bai restaurant or indulge in the convenience of … [Read more...] about Duanwu festival at Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers
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Danang hosts international Fireworks Festival
Danang hosts international Fireworks Festival Finnish fireworks team Joho Pyro Professional Fireworks were the champions of DIFF 2019. At this year’s event, they hope to bring several elements, including catchy and joyful music such as the song “Circle of Life” from the Lion King soundtrack. The Danang team from Vietnam will tell a story of peace and friendship, divided into three parts. The first part is a combination of music and colours and lights to awaken the audience’s emotions. The second part will use vibrant music combined with fireworks effects, expressing Danang people’s ability to overcome the pandemic. The final part will combine epic, explosive modern music, conveying a wish for the world to have peace, stability, and happiness. The opening night of DIFF 2023 sees artists such as Ho Ngoc Ha, Tung Duong, and beloved young singers such as Lam Bao Ngoc and Anh Tu take part. It was set to be a colourful music and dance party that was impressively choreographed. … [Read more...] about Danang hosts international Fireworks Festival
Khanh Hoa sea festival: Over 6,000 join Ao dai parade
At the Ao dai parade (Photo: VNA) Khanh Hoa (VNA) – More than 6,000 women wearing Ao dai (the Vietnamese traditional long dress) took to street in a parade at the April 2 Square in Nha Trang beach city in the south central province of Khanh Hoa to honour the costume as a heritage of the nation as part of the 2023 Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa Sea Festival. Speaking at the June 4 parade, Dinh Van Thieu, Vice Chairman of the provincial People's Committee said the special cultural event contributes to preserving and promoting the beauty of Ao dai, affirming its value as part of Vietnam's cultural heritage. The Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa Sea Festival opened on June 3 evening with a live-broadcast ceremony which featured an artistic light show of 1,653 drones. At an artistic light show of 1,653 drones as part of the opening ceremony (Photo: VNA) Lasting until June 6, the 10th edition of the festival is set to treat visitors to more than 70 events taking place in Nha Trang and other … [Read more...] about Khanh Hoa sea festival: Over 6,000 join Ao dai parade
Ninh Binh promoting cultural values for sustainable tourism
One significant event showcasing unique local culture is the Trang An Festival 2023, which included a wide range of traditional art and cultural activities. Visitors were particularly drawn to the exhibition displaying more than 30 photo negatives highlighting unique local culture . Many exhibitions, cultural festivals, and art exchanges have been held in Ninh Binh, highlighting the richness and diversity of the local culture and promoting solidarity in the community. To boost sustainable tourism development, Ninh Binh has implemented various projects and plans to preserve and promote its cultural heritage, which has become a vital resource and soft power for local development. More than 200 traditional festivals have been held around the province so far. It has also been successful in creating unique tour packages that incorporate traditional craft villages and spiritual-historical relics. With its unique blend of cross-cultural influences and natural wonders, … [Read more...] about Ninh Binh promoting cultural values for sustainable tourism
Ly Son island swimming event successful, to become annual tourism product
Nearly 250 athletes take part in the first sea swimming Ly Son Cross Island tournament on May 28. (Photo of organisers) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - The open sea swimming competition on Ly Son island was highly appreciated for its organisation and preparation as it was held for the first time in the central province of Quang Ngai last weekend. In its inaugural race, nearly 250 athletes, locals and foreigners, swam in the middle of the sea paradise and overcame ancient craters and millions of years of volcanic sediment as well as diverse coral reefs. They were guided by a special corridor made of national flags from the start to the finish of the three-category competition entitled Ly Son Cross Island. Khoa Sun and Nguyen Thi Thu Trang won the men's and women's 5km, respectively. Vo Tri Trung and Tran Thanh Binh were winners of the men's and women's 2km classes. Nguyen Dang Khoa and Dang Linh Giang topped the men's and women's 1km divisions. "Congratulations to all the … [Read more...] about Ly Son island swimming event successful, to become annual tourism product
Legal synchronisation can unlock agro-tourism potential
At a conference on solutions to develop and promote investment in real estate for agricultural tourism in Vietnam on May 25 in Hanoi, an action programme was discussed to create motivation for agro-tourism and rural development. Legal synchronisation can unlock agro-tourism potential Organised by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism and the Vietnam National Real Estate Association (VNREA), it was the first time that a large-scale event discussed such issues. Nguyen Van Khoi, chairman of VNREA, said that the development of agricultural tourism is gradually becoming a trend in rural areas, especially in agricultural economy countries like Vietnam. It not only benefits the industry but also contributes to increasing the value of the land, raising opportunities for economic development, and improving the lives of local people. “In order to increase the value of the land through the development of agricultural and rural tourism, a sustainable development … [Read more...] about Legal synchronisation can unlock agro-tourism potential