Da Nang to host International Paramotor Competition 2012
The Danang International Paramotor Competition 2012 will be held at the Eastern Sea Park in Son Tra District from May 23rd to 27th.

Xoan singing promoted as a draw to tourists
Twelve groups and 59 individuals were honoured at a ceremony in the northern province of Phu Tho on February 18 for their contributions to preserving hat Xoan (Xoan singing), the world intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent protection.

Vietnam film week in Sri Lanka
A Vietnam film week kicked off in Colombo city, Sri Lanka, on February 15.

Vietnamese - Korean fine art exhibition
A joint fine art exhibition by 14 Vietnamese and Korean artists will be held at 49 Nguyen Du Street, Hanoi, on February 14, marking the occasion of 20 years of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and Korea.

Heritage tourism spotlights green growth
A large number of local and foreign researchers, managers and experts discussed the role of heritage tourism in achieving environmentally sustainable growth, at an international seminar in the central city of Hue on Feb. 14.

Vietnamese architecture featured through Thai brushes
An exhibition of paintings by four Thai artists opened in Bangkok on February 12, featuring both old and new Vietnamese architectural styles.

Vietnam one of top 10 best destinations for 2012
The world’s renowned travel guide, the Lonely Planet, has rated Vietnam ’ Mekong Delta region ninth out of the 10 best value destinations for 2012.

Concert to marks 20th anniversary of Vietnam – Korea diplomatic ties
A concert marking the 20th anniversary of Vietnam –Korea diplomatic relations took place at the Grand Plaza hotel in Hanoi on February 6.

Pilgrims flock to Tran temple’s seal opening ceremony
The seal opening ceremony at the Tran temple in the northern province of Nam Dinh, took place on the 14th night of the first lunar month, which fell on February 5, attracting thousands of visitors.

HCM City street food attracts more tourists
Tourists are not only attracted by famous landscapes, beauty spots or shopping centres but also by regional specialties and street food has long played an exciting role in different cuisines throughout the world.