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Reliving Autumn traditions in the heart of Hanoi

Who doesn't love the Mid-Autumn Festival? It's a fabulous time of year for national families, and you won't find bigger beaming smiles than on the faces of Hanoi's children.

Hanoi Autumn Festival 2023 promotes unique cultural, tourism values

The Hanoi Autumn Festival will be held for the first time, aiming to promote the capital city’s destinations and tourism products and attract travelers to the locality.

Hanoi to invest $2.70 billion on fifth metro line

The Appraisal Council for the National Master Plan for 2021-2030 With a Vision to 2050 has started the appraisal process for a pre-feasibility study report for the metro line connecting Van Cao Street and Hoa Lac Urban Area in Hanoi.

Short circuit of motor scooter behind tragic fire that killed 56 in Hanoi

the origin of the fire was concluded to be located in the area adjacent to the southern wall, approximately 2.3m from the eastern wall on the first floor.

Salt coffee, a Hue delicacy, conquers Hanoi taste buds

Hanoi has recently introduced another speciality to its gourmet coffee repertoire: Salt coffee, a treat originating from Hue.

Hanoi enhances fire prevention, control efforts after mini apartment blaze

Public concern has grown significantly regarding fire safety in tall apartment buildings due to evident lapses.

A tour of Vietnam’s most modern theatre

With two auditoriums, the most modern stage in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, this place will meet all performance requirements for a variety of different art forms.

Dengue fever cases see sharp rise in Hanoi

The capital of Hanoi has become a hot spot for dengue fever, with 2,000 cases detected last week, representing a two-fold increase compared to the previous weeks.

Nearly VND27 billion donated to Hanoi apartment fire

As much as VND26.50 billion has been donated to the survivors and families of a recent tragic apartment fire in Hanoi which left 56 dead and dozens of people injured.

Hanoi halts entertainment activities, commemorate fire victims

Hanoi authorities have decided to temporarily suspend all cultural events, sport games and entertainment activities from September 14 to 17 following the deadly mini apartment building fire that killed 56 people and injured 37 others.

Dozens killed and injured in Hanoi apartment fire

Dozens of residents were injured and killed in a blaze at a nine-storey apartment block in Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi on September 12 evening.

Hanoi Tourism Ao dai Festival 2023 to take place in October

Hanoi Tourism's Ao Dai (Traditional Long Dress) Festival, as an annual event, will create a brand for the capital's tourism, stimulate travel and attract visitors to the city.

Hanoi biggest promotional event to open next month

“Hanoi Promotion Month 2023', the largest promotion event of Hanoi, will begin on October 27, offering an entire month of big discounts, some even reaching 100%.

Visiting Co Do Village: Hometown of fine arts lovers

Co Do Village, home to many well-known painters of Vietnam, is a must-visit travel destination in Hanoi.

Hanoi reports over 1,000 cases of dengue fever within a week

Hanoi’s Department of Health said on September 4 that the capital recorded an additional 1,129 cases of dengue fever between August 25 and August 31.

Eight elevated stations of Nhon-Hanoi Station Urban Railway completed

The construction progress of the elevated section of the Nhon-Hanoi Station urban railway line has reached 99.54 per cent with the completion of eight stations, according to the Hanoi Metropolitan Railway Management Board (MRB).

Hanoi welcomes nearly 17 million tourist arrivals in eight months

About 16.9 million tourists visited Hanoi during the first eight months of 2023, rising 36.2% year on year, reported the municipal Tourism Department.

Hoan Kiem District: The core of capital cultural industry

The district prioritizes the preservation and utilization of traditional cultural values to become Hanoi's creative center and favorite tourist destination.

Hanoi to host Tourism Gift Festival in October

The Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival 2023 will be organised from October 6-8 in the capital city as part of a series of activities to mark the 69th anniversary of its Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2023).

Hanoi: Hoan Kiem pedestrian zones to open throughout National Day holiday

The People’s Committee of Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem district has decided to extend the opening time of local pedestrian zones to four days during the National Day holiday, from September 1 to 4.