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The Management Board of Hoan Kiem Lake and the Hanoi Old Quarter has announced an entrance fee for two of its historic sites: the Ancient House on Ma May Street and the Cantonese Assembly Hall on Hang Buom Street. For just VND20,000 [~US$0.86], visitors can step back in time and explore these hidden gems, which offer a fascinating glimpse into Hanoi’s rich cultural heritage. The Cantonese Assembly Hall, located at 22 Hang Buom Street, is a hidden gem in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. The Cantonese Assembly Hall, established nearly 400 years ago, showcases a unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and French architectural influences. Spanning 1,800 square meters, this spacious and well-preserved building once served as a religious center and a hub for trade and arbitration among the Chinese expatriate community. Today, it stands as a testament to the vibrant history of the region. The Ancient House on Ma May Street is one of only 14 preserved ancient houses from the late ...

The exhibition, which is focused on the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, will be held until January 10 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ngoc Son Temple’s recognition as a special national monument. Visitors to the exhibition. Photo: Nguyen Yen The displayed documents at Ngoc Son Temple, Jade Island, and Hoan Kiem Lake provide an overview of the lake throughout different eras. The exhibition is divided into three sections. The first section, titled “Historical Memories,” showcases old photographs of the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake from the feudal period to 1975. The second section, “Imprints of Pearl Island,” features documentary photos that highlight the beauty of Ngoc Son Temple and its unique value. The third section, “Forever with Time,” introduces the preservation and promotion of the value of Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. Despite experiencing historical ups and downs and undergoing several restorations, the temple retains its ancient architecture...

The Hanoi Tourism Department is planning to develop two tourist routes called “Explore the Heritage Road in the South of Thang Long” to promote the heritage and handicraft villages in the capital city. This initiative aims to create new tourism destinations and products for the city. Along the Central Hanoi – Thanh Tri – Thuong Tin – Phu Xuyen route, visitors will have the opportunity to visit Ngau Village in Thanh Tri District, Phuc Am Village in Thuong Tin District, and Cuu Village in Phu Xuyen District. Ngau Village is renowned for its winemaking and the splendid architecture of Ngau Pagoda. Visitors can enjoy the scenic beauty and ancient monuments, as well as explore the local wine producers and the unique products of the region under the OCOP (One Commune One Product) program. Phuc Am Village is famous for its votive offering tradition. As visitors enter the village, they can immediately sense the bustling and vibrant atmosphere of the upcoming Tet (Lunar New Year) celebratio...

Vietnam aims to attract 17-18 million international tourists by 2024, as stated by the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).  Sunrise at Ha Long Bay. Photo: Thuy Edna It is expected that the total tourism revenue in 2024 will reach VND 840 trillion (US$34.6 billion), which is 1.25 times the total revenue in 2023 and 1.2 times the figure in 2019. To achieve these targets, the VNAT will carry out key programs and initiatives, develop sustainable  tourism  action plans, implement the action program set by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and promote the development of new tourism products. In addition, the VNAT will conduct thematic tourism marketing campaigns, establish a national tourism database, and launch promotional activities at both domestic and international levels. Despite the significant recovery this year, the global travel industry still faces difficulties and challenges in the coming year due to unpredictable global co...

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 2) notable headlines Foreign ambassadors positive on relations with Vietnam in 2023 Vietnam rides through economic difficulties Enterprises enjoy more advantages to boost market expansion from EVFTA Birthplace information added on new Vietnamese passports Soft power contributes to Vietnam’s development Various activities take pace in ethnic culture and tourism village in January Hanoi enters New Year with fresh optimism Textile-garment targets up to 48 billion USD in 2023 export turnover Localities welcome first New Year visitors President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) welcomes Australian Ambassador Andrew John Lech Goledzinowski. Foreign ambassadors positive on relations with Vietnam in 2023 Indian and Australian Ambassadors have expressed their optimism about relations with Vietnam this year across multiple fields in their remarks for the New Year. According to the diplomat, flourishing economic collaboration between both nations has b...