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The Mekong Delta region’s ‘floating season,’ which occurs annually from August to November, is a unique time when rising water levels transform low-lying areas, rivers, and canals into temporary floodplains. On Thursday afternoon, locals and visitors gathered at Dike No. 1 Area in Thuong Thoi Hau A Commune, Hong Ngu District, Dong Thap Province, to embrace this natural phenomenon and enjoy a refreshing dip. Such community gatherings have become a beloved tradition during the annual flooding season. Each day, as the sun begins to mellow in the late afternoon, families converge on the flooded fields for a playful escape from the day’s heat. Children, donning life jackets, joyfully splash and play in the flooded fields of Hong Ngu District, southern Vietnam. Their beaming smiles capture the essence of this unique tradition. Photo: Tong Doanh Safety is a priority, and children who cannot swim are securely fastened into life jackets, holding tight to their parents. Older, m...

Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC is set to receive a boost ahead of their upcoming match against Quang Nam FC, as their star player, Rafaelson, has acquired Vietnamese citizenship. The club is preparing the necessary documents to submit to the Vietnam Football Federation, allowing Rafaelson to play under his new Vietnamese name at the Thien Truong Stadium on Monday evening. Expressing his joy at becoming a Vietnamese citizen, Rafaelson said, “I am thrilled that my dream of becoming a Vietnamese citizen has finally come true. I have a deep love for this country, and I am committed to giving my best on the football field.” The journey of Rafaelson, born in 1997 in Pirapemas, Brazil, to becoming a Vietnamese citizen is quite remarkable. He first moved to Vietnam in 2020 to play for Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC, located in the northern province of Nam Dinh. His talent was quickly recognized, and he went on to play for other prominent clubs, including Da Nang FC and Binh Dinh FC, before returning to Nam Di...

The Hanoi Heritage Marathon course is designed to meet global standards, offering four standardized distances (5km, 10km, half, and full marathon) certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races. Runners will trace a path through Hanoi’s iconic landmarks, including Hoan Kiem Lake and the Hanoi Flag Tower, to name a few. Photos: Hanh Le The race commences at Thien Quang Lake, winding through the enchanting Old Quarter with its 36 historic streets, and then meandering along the picturesque West Lake, offering endless photo opportunities. The course then ventures into the more modern districts of Hai Ba Trung, Hoan Kiem, and Ba Dinh, showcasing the vibrant, contemporary side of Hanoi. The full marathon is a comprehensive tour of Hanoi’s lakes, passing by Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake, and the serene Truc Bach Lake. Runners will also get to glimpse the historic Ba Dinh Square and the majestic Hanoi Flag Tower. The annual Hanoi marathon at...

Tim Pile, a lifestyle and travel journalist of SCMP, wrote an article stating that Hoi An is a picturesque city located on the central coast of Vietnam. With its blend of wooden Chinese shophouses, French colonial buildings, ornate temples, and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, the Old Town was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999. Pile mentioned that Hoi An, once a bustling trading port in Southeast Asia, now attracts a large number of tourists who come to explore the city and have custom clothing made at a fraction of the cost back home. In the evening, the Old Town is illuminated by lanterns, creating a magical atmosphere that captivates visitors. Lantern-making workshops have also become a popular activity among tourists. The article suggests that instead of staying in the city center, many travelers prefer to have a beachside accommodation. An Bang Beach, just three kilometers away from the Old Town, is renowned for its white sands and sparkling blue waters, an...

The annual event, scheduled for October 27-29, will attract a total of 87 teams competing in four categories of basic, advanced pick-up trucks, advanced SUVs, and open. The competition has expanded its routes this year to a record-breaking 15, marking the highest number of race tracks in VOC history. An aerial view of the venue for the Vietnam Off-Road PVOIL Cup 2023. Photo: PVOIL VOC To keep the races engaging and unpredictable, the organizers have renewed approximately 30-40 percent of the roads compared to previous years and enhanced previously unexplored areas, ensuring fresh challenges for participants. Specifically, the advanced pick-up class features an entirely fresh and separate circuit. As outlined in the schedule, the opening ceremony of the PVOIL VOC 2023 will be highlighted by a demonstration paragliding flight on October 28 conducted by a squad who recently participated in the 2022 Paragliding World Cup held in South Korea. The event will be broadcast li...

A 20-year-old student, Nghiem Ngoc Anh, eagerly escorted a group of foreigners to visit Sword Lake in Hanoi. She proudly showed them Turtle Tower, an intriguing structure located in the middle of the lake, and narrated the story behind its name. As a second-year student at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Nghiem Ngoc Anh believes that she represents not only the Hanoi Free Private Tour Guides (HNFTGs) but also serves as a cultural and tourism ambassador for Hanoi. In 2015, a group of Hanoi students established HNFTGs with the aim of improving their English communication skills, deepening their historical knowledge, and acting as goodwill ambassadors for Vietnamese culture and history to tourists from all corners of the world. Operating under the slogan “Hanoi’s Little Ambassadors,” the club now boasts over 2,000 active members after nearly 8 years. Members of the club conduct tours of Hanoi’s famous tourist attractions, sharing the historical significance of each site. The unique...