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Tornado devastates Ninh Binh, leaves six dead and widespread ruin

A sudden storm ripped through Ninh Binh at dawn, toppling homes, trees, and power lines in less than 10 minutes.

Typhoon Bualoi lashes Hanoi, causes traffic chaos and flying debris

Heavy rain and strong winds caused by Typhoon No. 10 (Bualoi) disrupted morning traffic in Hanoi and caused dangerous incidents across the city.

Photographer wins top prize for breathtaking whale series

A stunning series of whale photos off Quy Nhon earns a top prize in the 2025 Heritage Journey photo contest.

Step inside the French Consul General’s 150-year-old Saigon residence

The 150-year-old French Consul General’s residence in Ho Chi Minh City opened its doors to the public for a rare look at its historic treasures.

Exclusive mooncake shop in Ho Chi Minh City sparks long lines

With no agents or online sales, this bakery forces customers to line up early to get their hands on limited-edition Mid-Autumn mooncakes.

Understanding Islam through a visit to Hanoi’s Al-Noor Mosque

Vietnam’s only mosque in the North welcomes non-Muslim visitors, offering insight into Islamic culture and peaceful interfaith exchange.

Ancient 9-ton bell resurfaces as Co Le Pagoda gains national relic status

The thousand-year-old Co Le Pagoda in Ninh Binh, home to a 9-ton bronze bell, is now recognized as a national special relic.

VN celebrates 80 years of unity in diversity through ethnic, religious exhibit

A powerful display in Hanoi honors the cultural richness and national unity of Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups and 16 religions over eight decades of development.

Coastal resort projects in HCMC abandoned, prime land left idle

Despite multi-million-dollar investments, luxury resorts along Ho Chi Minh City’s coast sit deserted, overrun by weeds and time.

The only temple in Vietnam dedicated to a foreign princess

Ninh Binh’s Thuong Temple honors Lao Princess Nhoi Hoa, a symbol of Vietnam-Laos friendship.

Hanoi’s only fire god temple stands tall in Old Quarter for centuries

A rare temple devoted to Vietnam’s fire deity remains a spiritual anchor in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, preserving history, culture, and faith.

Hoi An’s dark past becomes a powerful heritage destination

Nestled in the heart of the ancient town, the Hoi An Prison relic preserves memories of revolutionary struggle and has become a meaningful destination for both locals and tourists.

Historic diplomatic archives, Madam Nguyen Thi Binh's notes unveiled in Hanoi

For the first time, the notes of Madam Nguyen Thi Binh and pivotal diplomatic documents are on display, tracing 80 years of Vietnamese diplomacy.

A thousand-year-old pagoda unites Buddhism, Taoism, and charity in Hanoi

Kim Co Pagoda stands as a rare multi-faith site, bridging three traditions while supporting the community through compassion and volunteerism.

Timeless landmarks that define Vietnam’s provinces and cities

Each province and city across Vietnam’s S-shaped stretch of land boasts iconic landmarks and structures that vividly reflect their historical development and cultural heritage.

Linh Phuoc: Da Lat’s ‘bottle pagoda’ of a million ceramic shards

Linh Phuoc Pagoda in Da Lat (Lam Dong Province) is considered one of a kind for its striking architecture and for housing multiple structures that have set Vietnamese and even world records.

Vietnam’s largest bronze bell rings out from sacred Bai Dinh Pagoda

Weighing 36 tons and echoing up to 10 kilometers, the Dai Hong Chung bell stands as a spiritual and architectural marvel.

Ba Mu Pagoda’s ancient gate becomes Hoi An’s top photo hotspot

The only remaining part of a 17th-century pagoda, this intricately designed gate captivates visitors with its moss-covered charm and serene heritage ambiance.

26 million students sing national anthem in first-ever unified school opening

Vietnam’s 52,000 schools held a synchronized livestream ceremony to celebrate the opening of the 2025-2026 academic year and the Ministry of Education’s 80th anniversary.

Fireworks dazzle Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on National Day

Stunning fireworks displays lit up Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City skies as Vietnam marked the 80th anniversary of National Day.