Ho Chi Minh City’s long-awaited Metro Line No. 1 officially began operations on the morning of December 22, connecting Ben Thanh Market in District 1 to Suoi Tien Theme Park in Thu Duc City. This marks a significant turning point, 12 years after construction first commenced.By 10 a.m., all 14 stations along the metro line were open to the public. However, excitement filled the air hours earlier as crowds gathered at Ben Thanh Station—the largest on the line—starting at 7:00 AM.Speaking at the...

On December 4, 2024, Vietnam's Ba Chua Xu Temple Festival at Sam Mountain was officially inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity at the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, in Asunción, Paraguay.This is the 16th intangible cultural heritage of Vietnam recognized by UNESCO and the second intangible cultural heritage of the Southern region (after the Don Ca Tai Tu art) and is the...

On the evening of December 4, 2024, despite a heavy rainstorm, hundreds of spectators flocked to Nguyen Hue Walking Street in District 1 to witness the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Building illuminated in a dazzling 3D mapping projection show.The program, titled “Hello Vietnam”, showcased advanced 3D mapping technology that seamlessly integrated Vietnam's cultural heritage into the building’s architecture. This cutting-edge technology projected cultural symbols such as the Dong Son bro...

On the morning of December 5th, 2024, Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism officially opened the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week 2024 with the theme "Vibrant Festive Season”. The event aimed to connect tourism, culture, and sports, reinforcing the city's image as an attractive, modern, and culturally rich destination.The 4th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week will feature a diverse array of cultural, artistic, sporting, culinary events, and new tour introductions across the city. Information ...

At the heritage recognition ceremony held on November 22nd in Ho Chi Minh City, Ben Thanh Market was proudly awarded the certificate and decision for its classification as a city-level heritage site in 2024.This is the first time in over 110 years that Ben Thanh Market has been recognized as a city-level historical and cultural heritage site. This event is both a pride and a testament to the rich history, culture, and art that the structure has preserved over the years.With this achievement, ...

Tra Que Vegetable Village, located just 3 kilometers from the UNESCO-recognized Hoi An Ancient Town, has been honored as one of 55 “Best Tourism Villages 2024” by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The UNWTO’s Best Tourism Village award celebrates destinations that preserve rural traditions, landscapes, and biodiversity while promoting sustainable tourism practices. This year, the organization reviewed over 260 applications from 60 countries and selected Tra Que for its ex...

Vietnam has welcomed over 14.1 million international tourists in the first ten months of 2024, marking a significant 41.3% increase compared to the previous year, according to a recent report from the General Statistics Office (GSO).This surge in visitors can be attributed to favorable visa policies, enhanced tourism promotion efforts, and Vietnam's success in receiving several prestigious international tourism awards. In October 2024 alone, international arrivals reached 1.42 million, a slig...

Foreign tourists, mainly from Europe, have been flocking to Du Gia Waterfall in Ha Giang Province, where they can leap from high rocks into a natural pool below.Du Gia Waterfall is an emerging tourist destination in Ha Giang Province, particularly popular among European travelers seeking unique and adventurous experiences. Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the northernmost region of Vietnam, this waterfall offers a stunning natural spectacle.According to Nguyen Thuat, a local tour...

Vietnam’s che ba mau (three-color sweet soup), a delightful bean and coconut milk dessert, was recognized as one of Asia’s top 100 desserts by TasteAtlas, securing the 82nd position.The rankings were from 12,460 verified user ratings, collected out of 19,650 by mid-October.According to TasteAtlas, che ba mau is a colorful dish, often green, yellow, and red, and is a popular dessert in Vietnam. Ingredients include tapioca pearls, lotus seeds, red beans, chestnuts, and jelly. The dessert is ins...

On October 28, 2024, Lua Viet Tours employees embarked on a tree planting trip at Nui Chua National Park, Ninh Thuan province. This activity, designed to enhance environmental preservation in a tourist destination, underscores the company's dedication to sustainable tourism practices.Nui Chua National Park is renowned as the driest ecological forest in Vietnam. Despite this, its ecosystem and vegetation are incredibly diverse and rich. In 2021, it was recognized by UNESCO as a World Biosphere...