Tourism in hanoi

With a large student population, Hanoi aims to explore more opportunities for educational cooperation with Australia. Hanoi is seeking further cooperation with Australia in education and tourism, said Nguyen Van Phong, Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee, on September 26. Hanoi Party Committee Vice Secretary Nguyen Van Phong (right) presents a painting of the One Pillar Pagoda to Australian Ambassador to Vietnam Andrew Goledzinowski. Photo: The Hanoi Times Education and tourism are the two high-potential sectors that Hanoi will further explore in its relations with Australia, Hanoi's Deputy Party chief said at a meeting with Australian Ambassador to Vietnam Andrew Goledzinowski. Hanoi is now home to some 2.3 million primary, middle and high school students and 60% of all universities and colleges in Vietnam, he said. Phong noted that Hanoi plans to develop the Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park into a satellite city west of downtown Hanoi and that … [Read more...] about Hanoi highlights education as key cooperation with Australia

The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism carries out a communications campaign with a series of videos themed “Vietnam: Travel to Love” on Youtube digital platform. (Photo: Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism) Hanoi (VNA) – With digital transformation accelerated, a kaleidoscope of smart tourism offerings has been developed to provide new experiences for travelers and help recover the tourism industry, which was battered by the COVID-19 pandemic. The "Wonders of Vietnam" project was launched as part of Google Arts and Culture that allows everyone to explore art, history and wonders of the world. (Screenshot photo) Featuring 35 stories and over 1,300 sumptuous photos of iconic sites, historical heritage, nature, cuisine and culture of Central Vietnam, the project is a unique way for hungry travellers to virtually explore. It is also an important part of Google’s overall support of the local tourism industry, which has been badly affected by pandemic-related … [Read more...] about Digitalisation drives tourism recovery

Since reopening its doors to tourists on March 15, 2022, Hanoi has implemented a number of measures to attract more holidaymakers both at home and abroad. The Hanoi Department of Tourism has certified 29 food service establishments, 51 shopping establishments, nine entertainment establishments, and one sports establishment. More than 170 activities, including significant cultural and tourism events, have been held. Additionally, Hanoi has recognized over 2,000 products under the One Commune-One Product (OCOP) programme, accounting for approximately 22% of the country’s total OCOP products. This year, Hanoi aims to serve 22 million tourists, including 3 million foreigners. To encourage visitors to extend their stays, Hanoi has focused on developing highly specific and tailored products, including golf tourism, Red River tourism, nighttime tourism , culinary tourism, and autumn tourism, among others./. VNA … [Read more...] about Hanoi renews tourism offerings to attract visitors

The number of tourists to Hanoi hits 18.9 million in the first nine months of 2023. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi's tourism sector is working harder to promote the domestic market besides attracting international tourists to the capital city. The municipal Department of Tourism said travel management agencies and firms have rolled out activities to boost the sale of made-in-Vietnam products and local specialties through tourism. Hanoi hit 18.9 million in the first nine months of 2023, up 36.5% year-on-year, reported the municipal Department of Tourism. Of the figure, foreign tourist arrivals reached 3.2 million, marking a four-fold increase compared to the same period of last year and surpassing this year's target of 3 million, while the number of domestic visitors rose by 20.2% year on year to 15.7 million. Total tourism revenue was estimated at 69.3 trillion VND (2.88 billion USD), up 66.9% year-on-year. VNA … [Read more...] about Hanoi works harder to promote domestic tourism market

At a press briefing for the event on September 20, Nguyen Mai Anh, deputy director of Hanoi Centre for Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion (HPA), which is hosting the event, said, “The festival aims to promote Hanoi as a tourist destination and showcase the city's unique culture and cuisine.” The event is expected to host representatives from 14 different cities and provinces, all seeking to promote their own tourism products and services, including Ha Giang, Lao Cai, Yen Bai, Hai Duong, Thai Binh, and Ninh Binh. Several activities will be held over the weekend to help both tourists and locals experience cultural activities such as how to make an Ao Dai, traditional music lessons, artistic street performances, and visits to historic villages. A seminar on events organisation and golf tourism will also be held, along with a photography exhibition displaying images of autumn in Hanoi. The highlight of the event will be an impressive performance of dragon dancing. … [Read more...] about Hanoi to host Autumn Festival in late September

The 2023 Hanoi Fall Festival program will take place from September 29 to October 1 at Hoan Kiem Lake walking street and Hanoi Children's Palace. The first Hanoi Fall Festival with the theme "Hanoi - Come to fall in love" will be held at Hoan Kiem Walking Space and Hanoi Children's Palace from September 29 to October 1, aiming to promote travel to the capital in Autumn, the season when Hanoi is considered to be at its best. The information was announced by Deputy Director of Hanoi Promotion Agency (HPA) Nguyen Thi Mai Anh at a press conference in Hanoi on September 20. Foreign tourists visit Hanoi's Book Street. Photo: Hoai Nam/The Hanoi Times According to Anh, this is the first iteration of an event showcasing Hanoi's culture and cuisine on Capital Liberation Day (October 10). The festival will feature 150 booths from people's committees in 10 districts of Hoan Kiem, Me Linh, Quoc Oai, Ung Hoa, Ba Dinh, Nam Tu Liem, Cau Giay, Dong Anh, Ba Vi and Gia … [Read more...] about Hanoi Fall Festival 2023 captivates visitors with unique activities

The art initiative "Torito de Pucará: Ambassador of the Peruvian Highlands" introduces Vietnamese audiences to the aesthetic essence of this breathtaking Latin American nation. The exhibition "Torito de Pucará: Ambassador of the Peruvian Highlands" has been opened in Hanoi, featuring 18 handmade ceramic Pucará bull statues, one of the most specific symbols of traditional Peruvian pottery. Initiated by the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the exhibition is an activity to celebrate 29 years of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Peru. The exhibition is a display of the unique art and culture of Peru. Photo: Department of International Cooperation As for the theme, "torito" means "little bull". The bull statues are created by skilled artisans from the pottery village of Checca Pupuja in the district of Jose Domingo Choquehuenca, province of Azangaro, in southern Peru. Visitors contemplate the bull statues. Photo: Department of … [Read more...] about Peruvian culture showcased in Hanoi bull statue exhibition

OCOP products, traditional handicrafts, and processed foods will be on display at the Hanoi Agricultural Products Festival in Soc Son District. The Hanoi Agricultural Products Festival 2023 will be held in Soc Son District from September 28 to October 1. It is an important agricultural trade promotion event in the city's activities to celebrate the 69th anniversary of the capital's Liberation Day (October 10). Hoang Thi Ha, head of Soc Son District Economic Office, said the district is coordinating with Hanoi Promotion Agency (HPA) to organize the event with 160 booths showcasing 1,500 agricultural products, processed food, agricultural products, handicrafts, OCOP (One Commune One Product) products from Soc Son District, Hanoi and 30 provinces and cities across the country. The products exhibited at the festival are certified with standard packaging, labels and full traceability stamps. The previous iteration of the Hanoi Agricultural Products Festival held … [Read more...] about Hanoi Agricultural Products Festival to take place this month

This is one of cultural activities and festivals to be held in the resort town, aimed at promoting its tourism potential as well as developing the town into a tourism destination of international level. Taking place until September 30, the week includes a program for visitors to experience and explore Sapa, an international mountain marathon Sa Pa, an exhibition of agricultural products, a full moon festival night, and a dance sports festival, among others. Earlier on the same day, the authorities of Sapa town organized ceremonies inaugurating a number of projects, which were built to mark 120 years of tourism in the town. After 120 years of development since the French marked the first step on Mt. Fansipan in 1903, today the resort town of Sa Pa has become a national tourist area, continually in the top 10 most popular destinations in the country and top 28 most attractive destinations in the world. Sa Pa, 315 km from Hanoi, is endowed with wonderful resources in terms … [Read more...] about Culture Week marking 120 years of tourism in Sapa opens

The 2023 Hanoi Fall Festival from September 29 to October 1 will bring visitors the beauty of Hanoi's landscape, culture and gastronomy. With a vast array of cultural and tourist activities, the Hanoi Fall Festival 2023 is expected to boost the capital's tourism industry, Nguyen Thi Mai Anh, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Promotion Agency (HPA), told The Hanoi Times . Foreign tourists enjoy the fall in Hanoi. Photo: Hoai Nam/The Hanoi Times What is the meaning and purpose of Hanoi Fall Festival 2023 with the theme "Hanoi - Come to fall in love"? Through surveys of tourists' experiences when coming to the capital, we have learned that the ideal time to travel to Hanoi is in the fall, from August to November every year, as this is the most pleasant period in Hanoi in terms of weather, with clear blue skies and fresh breeze. This is the best time for visitors to explore scenic spots and enjoy the capital's unique cuisine. In particular, CNN recently … [Read more...] about Hanoi Fall Festival 2023 to boost capital tourism