Vietnam officially the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (Cộng hòa xã hội chủ nghĩa Việt Nam) is the easternmost country on the Indochina Peninsula in Southeast Asia. With an estimated 90 million inhabitants as of 2015, it is the world’s 13th-most-populous country, and the eighth-most-populous Asian country. The name Vietnam translates as “South Viet”, and was officially adopted in 1945. The country shares international borders with China to the north, Laos to the northwest, Cambodia to…

According to the information released by the Ha Long City People’s Committee, a cultural festival featuring Japanese cherry blossoms and Vietnam’s Yen Tu yellow ochna flowers is scheduled to kick off from March 11-15, 2017 at 30/10 Square. Under the theme “Integration, Cooperation and Development”, the festival will include Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange activities, an art light show, an exhibition display OCOP products of Quang Ninh as well as introduction of tourism, culture, and products of…

When referring to Halong, people often think of Halong Bay – the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site with thousands of islands, white sandy beaches, and delicious seafood. However, few people know that Halong also has a fascinating landscape beyond the bay. This is an ideal place for those who prefer a little adventure, a little challenge, to conquer and explore the city and surrounding area. From a very different perspective, you are able to feel…

Cuisine has always been the concern of the tourists when visiting Ha Long Bay. With special dishes of the sea flavor have attracted tourists from all over the world. Besides the natural wonders and scenery very charming, good food here has made a deep impression to the guests when enjoying the specialties. And in which “banh cuon cha muc” is often referred to more people. This is a popular dish for local people, but it…