Hanoi’s architectural landmarks

Hanoi’s architectural landmarks

(VOVWORLD) - Hanoi’s charming beauty is partly attributed to its architectural works. The capital’s unique architecture, both ancient and modern, has become a magnet for visitors to the city
Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: Clashes flare up again

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: Clashes flare up again

(VOVWORLD) - A temporary Russian-mediated ceasefire between Azerbaijan and Armenia that came into effect Saturday over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region appears fragile, with both countries accusing each other of...
Night tours of Hanoi’s historic Hoa Lo Prison

Night tours of Hanoi’s historic Hoa Lo Prison

(VOVWORLD) - Visiting Hanoi in the daytime, you can visit cultural and historical relic sites, shop in craft villages, or enjoy the capital city’s typical food. How about at night? What...
Moon cakes with new flavors ready for Full Moon Festival

Moon cakes with new flavors ready for Full Moon Festival

(VOVWORLD) - Every mid-autumn season, the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi hotel introduces special moon cakes with new flavors. This year, in addition to the traditional mix of black sesame, green bean, dried apricot, and salted eggs...
Tomb house of the Co Tu

Tomb house of the Co Tu

(VOVWORLD) - A tomb house built on the grave of a dead person is typical of folk belief of the Co Tu ethnic minority who live in Vietnam’s central region....
Storm Noul makes landfall in central region

Storm Noul makes landfall in central region

(VOVWORLD) - Storm Noul, the biggest storm in Vietnam so far this year, made landfall on Friday in central provinces from Quang Binh to Quang Nam, according to the National Centre...
Tu Van villagers make national flags soulful

Tu Van villagers make national flags soulful

(VOVWORLD) - Whenever Vietnam celebrates its National Day on September 2nd, the tailors of Tu Van village in Hanoi’s Thuong Tin district get busy filling orders for national flags. Each flag...
From Academia to the Asia-Pacific

From Academia to the Asia-Pacific

(VOVWORLD) - As COVID-19 keeps on devastating all countries around the globe, its impact can be felt in all economic sectors including education. Peter Mason, CEO of Cufa, an independent, secular, not-for-profit...