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Sulimsky, one of the world’s leading singers, will join forces with the Sun Symphony Orchestra to present an extraordinary New Year concert. The concert will feature the delightful Carnival Overture of Dvořák and his beloved Symphony No. 9 “From the New World”, both composed during the same period as the Biblical Songs, representing a prolific era of masterpieces by the composer. In addition, Vietnamese soprano Dao To Loan will grace the stage, performing special songs composed by Van Cao. Sulimsky has achieved great international acclaim throughout his career. In 2010, he emerged as the winner of the International Giacomo Lauri-Volpi Competition in Italy. Notably, his portrayal of Prince Kurljatew in Tchaikovsky’s Charodeyka (Enchantress) in Christof Loy’s production at the Theater an der Wien in 2014 garnered significant attention. Since then, Sulimsky has continued to excel, making his debut at the Salzburg Festival in 2018 as Tomsky (Pique Dame) under the baton of Mariss Janso

The expert team from the Archaeological Survey of India, under the Indian Ministry of Culture, has started surveying the tower in Tuy Hoa City, as the first step towards its preservation and refurbishment. This restoration plan was established based on a memorandum of understanding signed between the Vietnamese and Indian governments. On Sunday, the Indian experts measured the tower, used drones to capture the relic, and created 3D scans of the structures for data collection. Due to its deteriorated state over the years, the Tuy Hoa authorities have requested the Indian experts to propose suitable repair and recovery solutions. The team plans to replace damaged bricks, treat cracks, reinforce structures, remove harmful organisms, and clean up the inside of the tower. During the process, they will ensure that the sightseeing experience for visitors is not disrupted. The Nhan Tower holds great significance as a signature symbol of Tuy Hoa and Phu Yen. It was built between the late 11th a

The duo initially dominated with impressive scores of 7-1, 9-3, and 15-5, but faced a challenge when Indian opponents Arjun Cheema and Rhythm Sangwan narrowed the gap with a 15-11 victory. Despite a strong performance from both Vietnamese athletes, they only managed to secure a narrow victory with a 0.2-point lead over their Indian rivals. While the gold medal is a promising start for the team at the Asian tournament, it does not count as an Olympic qualifier. Currently, Vietnam has earned only one spot for the Paris Games thanks to Trinh Thu Vinh, who achieved a fifth-place finish in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the 2023 ISSF World Shooting Championships in Azerbaijan last August. Vietnamese athletes Pham Quang Huy (R) and Trinh Thu Vinh (L) cheer with head coach Park Chung Gun after winning the gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2024 in Indonesia, January 9, 2024. Photo: Nhung Nguyen / Tuoi Tre The ongoing

The festival, organized by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade and the Vietnam Cuisine Culture Association, showcases a combination of traditional and contemporary art programs, along with various national Tet rituals. The event features over 150 booths exhibiting a diverse range of Vietnamese products and specialties from different regions. Many tourists gather to observe artisans wrapping and cooking “banh chung” (a square glutinous rice cake), a traditional dish during the Tet holiday. A special attraction of the festival is a calligraphy market where calligraphers, dressed in “ao dai” (Vietnamese traditional long dress), sell calligraphy works written in black and yellow ink on red paper. Visitors also have the opportunity to participate in traditional folk games such as stilt walking, tug of war, blindfolded clay pot breaking, and mandarin square capturing. A booth showcasing “To He” (toy figurines) attracts

This is the Lao Prime Minister’s first visit to Vietnam after he was elected head of the Government of Laos on December 30, 2022. The visit takes place at a time when relations between the two countries are developing well, with a high level of trust developed in political ties. In the photo, the two PMs and their spouses walk to the Government Office for talks During previous reciprocal visits, Vietnamese leaders affirm the consistent policy of giving the highest priority to consolidating and cultivating the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation with Laos. Meanwhile, Lao leaders thank the Party, State and people of Vietnam for standing side by side with the Party, State and people of Lao ethnic groups in all circumstances, vowing to cement their close-knit ties. Vietnam currently has 241 investment projects in Laos with a total registered capital of US$5.47 billion, retaining its third position among foreign inv

Vcrown, a publication on beauty pageants, organized the Miss Vcrown battle to select the most outstanding beauties, all of whom gained titles at major international beauty contests in 2023, including Miss Universe, Miss International, Miss Earth, Miss Grand International, and Miss Supranational. Phuong was the only Vietnamese representative to be listed on the list. The Khanh Hoa-born beauty, 28, was named as the fourth runner up at Miss Grand International 2023 during the grand finale which was held on October 25 in Ho Chi Minh City. She also won the best national costume prize, alongside the entrants from Japan and Nigeria. Phuong, who is an architect and model, stands at 1.76 meters tall with body measurements of 87-63-95. She has previous experience in beauty pageants having clinched a Top 5 finish at Miss Universe Vietnam 2022. The post Le Hoang Phuong: One of Miss Vcrown’s Top 20 Finalists appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .

Thuy shared that the outfit was designed by Nguyen Viet Hung, taking inspiration from the Nghe, a mythical creature in Vietnamese traditional culture. The dress features a 3D image of Nghe on the shoulder, which is a distinctive highlight. The costume is also accessorized with a scepter showcasing the head of the Nghe and a headdress with stylized phoenix and sun motifs. It is expected that this unique outfit will contribute to Thuy’s success in the competition. Doan Thu Thuy is 28 years old and comes from Phu Tho province in northern Vietnam. She was crowned as Miss Fitness Vietnam 2022 during the grand final held in Ho Chi Minh City last year. Standing at 1.73 meters tall and weighing 56kg with body measurements of 85-62-95, Thuy is currently working as a model and fitness coach. The Miss Global pageant was first organized in 2013 and is known for its wide age range, allowing contestants between 18 and 35 years old. This year marks the 10th edition of the beauty contest, at

Attendees of the event will have the opportunity to savor a total of 121 traditional Tet dishes from the north, central, and south regions. The highlight of the festival will be an exhibition showcasing Tet feasts, along with captivating performances of traditional music. The event will also offer a range of Tet dishes from different parts of the country. This year, there will be stalls displaying popular folk games and toys such as “to he” – toy figurines made from rice dough – and paper paintings. Le Hoang Phuong, the fourth runner-up of Miss Grand International 2023; Le Nguyen Ngoc Hang, the second runner-up of Miss Intercontinental 2023; and Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc, the winner of Miss Intercontinental 2022, have been appointed as the festival’s ambassadors. The festival is open to both domestic and international tourists, and it is expected to attract over 80,000 visitors this year. The inaugural edition of the festival took place in 2020 and welcomed approximately 50,000 partici

The event was chaired by Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and head of its Commission for Communication and Education, Nguyen Trong Nghia, and Politburo member, Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee’s Secretariat and head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee, Li Shulei. During the forum, the two sides had fruitful discussions and shared valuable insights in various areas including economy, politics – society, literature, and art. Li commended the research achievements of Vietnamese experts and scholars across different fields, recognizing their positive contributions to the Vietnam – China friendship. He also expressed China’s readiness to further expand the exchange of ideas with Vietnamese counterparts on mutual concerns. In his concluding remarks, Nghia expressed his confidence that cultural and academic exchanges between the two Parties and states will strengthen mutual understanding and trust, as wel

With the Vietnamese Lunar New Year representing the zodiac sign of the Dragon, numerous dragon-shaped ornamental plants have been created to celebrate this special occasion. These stunning kumquat bonsai trees are displayed throughout the streets of Hanoi, creating a warm and festive atmosphere for the Tet holiday. People are filled with joy as they welcome the Year of the Dragon with high hopes and expectations. The dragon, a mythical creature, holds great significance in Vietnamese culture. According to Eastern beliefs, the dragon symbolizes royal authority, prosperity, luck, and power. During Tet or Lunar New Year, alongside peach blossoms, kumquat trees are essential ornamental plants in Vietnamese households. A kumquat tree adorned with fruit is believed to bring brightness, warmth, and good fortune to the family. On Lac Long Quan Road in Tay Ho District, Hanoi, these elegant kumquat bonsais shaped like sacred dragons catch the attention of passers-by. Duy Khanh/The

Throughout the year, Vietnam’s relations with UNESCO have reached new heights, with a record number of mutual visits that have contributed to the deepening of bilateral ties and the utilization of the organization’s knowledge and resources for the country’s development. Furthermore, the year 2023 marked significant milestones in Vietnam’s multilateral external relations at UNESCO, illustrating the international community’s trust and support for Vietnam’s ability to make valuable contributions and effectively manage global multilateral institutions. It is worth noting that Vietnam, for the first time, held positions in five key management mechanisms of UNESCO simultaneously, including three Vice Chair positions. Vietnam’s accomplishments were also recognized and celebrated at UNESCO, with the country earning numerous titles and a variety of its cultural and natural heritages receiving prestigious honors. Notably, Ha Long Bay-Cat Ba Archipelago was acknowledged as a world natural her

During their two-month stay in Germany the previous year, the Le Brothers had the opportunity to connect and engage with individuals from the Vietnamese expatriate community residing in various cities such as Halle, Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, and Leipzig. These individuals come from diverse backgrounds and historical periods. They include international students and labor exchange workers who arrived in the 70s and 80s, immigrant workers who came after Doi Moi (Renovation) in the 1990s, second-generation young people born and raised in Germany, and Vietnamese students who have been studying abroad in recent years. To visually showcase their experiences, the Le Brothers have created a multimedia installation consisting of hundreds of carefully selected photo documents from a pool of over 1,500 items. The installation also features a video in which the twin artists engage in conversations with Vietnamese individuals living in Germany. The photos are printed in various dimensions and hun

The ‘Iran Film Week in Hanoi’ organized by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Vietnam is a cultural event celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Iran and Vietnam. The organizers believe that the film week will provide an excellent opportunity to learn about Iran and gain a better understanding of how values such as kindness, modesty, tolerance, and piety are passed down through generations in Iran. On January 10, the film event will kick off with “So Close, So Far,” a drama film directed by Reza Mirkarimi. This captivating film explores themes of life, death, and parental love. The story revolves around Dr. Alam, a renowned yet arrogant neurologist who discovers that his seven-year-old son is suffering from an inoperable condition. Driven by his love for his son, Dr. Alam embarks on a journey to reunite with him and find a way to save him. “So Close, So Far” was awarded Best Film at the 33rd Fajr International Film Festival in Tehran in 2015 a

According to the media outlet, the broth is simmered for hours with cinnamon, star anise, and other warm spices in order to create a wonderfully aromatic base for this rice noodle soup. It noted that Pho is among the nation’s most recognized culinary exports, although the soup is a relatively new food, wrote Andrea Nguyen, author of “The Pho Cookbook”. And while today’s Pho restaurants typically serve a wide range of flavors, beef is the original. By 1930, the soup was served with slices of raw beef cooked gently in the broth, CNN wrote. The website shared that today, pho bo remains the most beloved version enjoyed by local people, with options including the original raw beef, a mix of raw and cooked beef, brisket and tendon. CNN’s list also features other delicacies such as Banga of Nigeria, Borscht of Ukraine, Bouillabaisse of France, Caldo verde of Portugal, Chorba frik of Algeria, Libya and Tunisia, Chupe de camarones of Peru, Gazpacho of Spain, Groundnut soup of West Africa,

A Vietnamese Lunar New Year (Tet) festival is scheduled to take place in the Japanese city of Amagasaki on February 3-4, ahead of the Lunar New Year’s Eve. The festival will feature art performances, fashion shows, folk games, trade promotion, and cultural activities, according to VOV. The festival is part of the celebrations for Tet, which is the biggest annual event for Vietnamese people around the world. The program is organized by the Japan-Vietnam Trade Association with the sponsorship of Amagasaki City and the Vietnamese Consulate General in Osaka. This year, the festival will also have the participation of the Vietnamese Association in Kansai, the Vietnamese Association in Kobe, the Reiwa-International Business Innovation Association, the Japan-Vietnam Support Association, and the Kansai Vietnam-Japan Cultural and Sports Exchange Association. Calligraphy writing will be performed at the program “Homeland Spring – Vietnamese Tet Amagasaki 2024”. The highlights of the

Vietnam’s “bamboo diplomacy” and “Make in Vietnam” chip production efforts have been highlighted by Swiss journalist Guy Mettan in an article published on online newspaper bonpourlatete.com on January 12. The article was released ahead of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s attendance at the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, according to VNA. The article of Swiss journalist Guy Mettan. Photo: VNA In the early 2000s, the author visited Vietnam several times to prepare for a book on the Geneva Accords, which ended the war and restored peace in Indochina in 1954. The author was fascinated by the remarkable changes in the country since then. The article mentions that 2023 was a busy year for Vietnam, with its “bamboo diplomacy” policy and efforts to become a new hub of the semiconductor industry. Vietnam took full advantage of the opportunities brought by the international situation, increasing its foreign activities and st

The Tan Dinh Church in Ho Chi Minh City is ranked fourth in a global list of 8 prettiest pink destinations that can “fulfill every Barbie lover’s fantasy.” The listing is carried by an article in the Hindustan Times, a prominent Indian English daily. “Tan Dinh Church, located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, is a stunning architectural marvel and an iconic pink landmark,” the article says. The Tan Dinh Pink Church in Ho Chi Minh City was built in 1876 and is 60 meters high. Photo: Local Vietnam It notes that Tan Dinh is “the oldest Catholic church in Ho Chi Minh City…founded in 1864. The pink exterior paint job was applied in 1957. The interior, which is painted an even brighter pink, is the real surprise. For those who adore pink, it will be an amazing joy since it is like standing inside a wedding cake.” The article calls the church a “captivating pink landmark.” The other destinations mentioned in the list in order are Lake Hillier in Australia; Jaipur

This is the second time the Indonesian leader has visited Vietnam as a State guest, the first being in September 2018. Local artists performed various art shows during the event. Martial artists showcased Pencak Silat, a traditional Indonesian martial art. Pencak Silat is also popular in Vietnam and has helped local athletes achieve great results in international competitions. Traditional Vietnamese martial arts were also showcased during the event. The event is expected to foster friendship and mutual understanding between Vietnam and Indonesia. The two State leaders took a group photo with the martial artists. The post President Thuong and Indonesian counterpart witness martial art showcases appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .

The VBA Awards 2023 recognized outstanding individuals in 12 categories, honoring players and coaches from the 2023 season. Notably, Saigon Heat players dominated the awards, winning half of them, including prestigious categories voted on by the professional advisory board. Kentrell Barkley, the foreign player from the Saigon Heat, was the season’s standout superstar, winning the titles of Most Valuable Player, Dunk of the Year, and Basket of the Year. The Saigon Heat’s Nguyen Huynh Phu Vinh, the 2.03-meter-tall center, was named Local Player of the Year, while Vo Kim Ban, the explosive guard, received the Favorite Player of the Year award. Matt Van Pelt, the coach of the Saigon Heat, was honored as the Coach of the Year, being the only coach to secure two consecutive VBA championships. The Nha Trang Dolphins also had a successful night, winning four awards. Dominique Tham was named the Heritage Player of the Year, and Madarious Gibbs won the Block of the Year. Nguyen Hoang Phuc

Throughout my entire life, I have always been against having a pet. I used to frown upon and make comments about those “crazy” people who bring their dogs or cats everywhere with them. However, a few months ago, my wife surprised me with a six-week-old dog named Mun. This brought up a new question for me: how do foreigners take care of their pets in Vietnam? There is no doubt that every country has different cultural norms when it comes to pets, whether it’s in cafes, restaurants, offices, or shopping malls. But I had no idea how I would take care of a dog in an apartment in Ho Chi Minh City. My initial concern was about my apartment. Every floor of the building has a sign that says no dogs or cats allowed. However, in true Vietnamese spirit, this seems to be a rule that is not really enforced. While it’s clear that the management does not allow dogs or cats, almost every other apartment seems to have one. From what I gather, this rule is only enforced if there are complaints. Until

The question that is often asked is: how can one enjoy Ho Chi Minh City when they know they will have to deal with rain? Well, there is good news. The rain in Ho Chi Minh City is quite predictable during about 80 percent of the wet season. Different regions in Vietnam have different wet seasons, but in Ho Chi Minh City, you can expect an afternoon storm to roll in anytime after 2:00 pm. These storms, especially the heavy ones, usually only last for an hour or so before the skies clear up and everything returns to normal. Many locals simply plan their day around the rain. In fact, when the rain is most predictable, locals rarely take out their raincoats because they are able to stay indoors during the short periods of precipitation. However, this can also lead to major traffic congestion when everyone leaves work at the same time after the rain has passed. Commuters ride in the rain in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, May 25, 2020. Photo: Chau Tuan / Tuoi Tre As a tourist in Ho

Fansinpan summit is located 9km away from the center of Sapa Town, Lao Cai Province, Vietnam. It has an altitude of 3,147m and takes approximately 2 days to hike to the top. Before 2016, Fansipan used to attract a minimum of 1,000 trekkers daily due to its breathtaking panoramic view from the summit and its relatively easy hiking trail. However, in February 2016, a cable car was built to transport visitors from the base of the mountain to a station near the summit, making it a highly popular tourist attraction. The stunning natural scenery of Fansipan surrounded by clouds. Photo: Hoang Trung Hieu Cloud hunting is an intriguing activity that depends on various factors such as time, temperature, climate, and even luck. Ideal conditions for cloud hunting include windy weather, foggy surroundings, and no rain. Each year, starting from early November, tourists flock to Fansipan to search for beautiful clouds that often appear after rain showers. It is widely regarded that Fan

The cooperation agreement to bring the global hotel management brand Oakwood to the northeastern province of Quang Ninh was signed by The Ascott Limited and Sun Group on January 10. Representatives of The Ascott Limited and Sun Group officially seal the management agreement. Photo: Linh Bui Premier Village Ha Long Bay Resort will be rebranded as Oakwood Ha Long. Speaking at the management agreement signing ceremony, Serena Lim, chief growth officer of The Ascott Limited, said the Oakwood brand had been established in the local market since 2016, and with evolving guest preferences, the brand will be refreshed later this month to align with the rekindled appetite for travel. “Taking the Oakwood brand across a growing width of asset classes, the new Oakwood Ha Long will be the first property under the brand to feature an all-villa inventory,” she stated. Known for its core value of ‘Home + Beyond’, Oakwood captures the essence of comfort and convenience, offering a warm