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Hanoi, a vibrant city with a unique blend of history, culture, and modern influences, offers a plethora of exciting experiences for visitors. Exploring the picturesque French Quarter, visitors can immerse themselves in the local cuisine, charming parks, and captivating historical sites. On the first day, travelers have the opportunity to delve into the rich traditions and history of the area. Starting the day with a coffee on Trieu Viet Vuong Street is a must, followed by a classic egg coffee at the iconic Grande Dame of Hanoi, Sofitel Metropole Legend. For a true local experience, a bowl of hot Phở noodles at Phở bò Ấu Triệu is a delicious way to begin your culinary journey in Hanoi. The architectural wonders of Tran Hung Dao, Ly Thuong Kiet, and Hai Ba Trung streets are a sight to behold. A visit to the Vietnamese Women’s Museum or the infamous Hoa Lo Prison provides a glimpse into the city’s fascinating past. These sites hold valuable stories and offer a deeper understanding of...

New cold air on the morning of October 2 forces residents to find suitably warm clothing before going out to brave the cold weather. Due to the impact of the cold snap, it turns cold with rain at night and early in the morning in the northern region, including in the capital city. Locals wrap up in thick layers of clothing and put on face masks in a bid to avoid the cold breeze whilst travelling by motorbike around Hanoi. Students don long-sleeved shirts while heading to school on time. The new cold snap is forecast to send temperatures tumbling to a low of 20 degrees Celsius to 21 degrees Celsius in the lowlands and 16 degrees Celsius in the highlands over the next few days. Some people share that they can’t fully adapt to the weather conditions when it suddenly turns cold. Indeed, many choose to travel by bus to avoid the cold air. Many Hanoians go out to the street in warm clothes. Others also prepare face m...

Get ready for a captivating cultural journey as we present a unique concert experience, blending the indigenous language of Quechua with modern pop influences. The event promises to enchant audiences with its vibrant songs and dynamic dances, offering a fresh take on Peruvian and Vietnamese cultural fusion. More than just a musical performance, this event strengthens the bond between Peru and Vietnam, creating a platform to celebrate and explore the rich traditions of both nations. Headlining the concert is the renowned Peruvian singer, Lenin Tamayo, often hailed as the founder of ‘Q-pop’. His distinctive style merges traditional Andean folk music with modern pop instrumentation and dance, creating an immersive and unforgettable experience. Tamayo’s lyrics artfully weave together Quechua, the ancient language of the Inca Empire, with Spanish, creating a unique linguistic tapestry that reflects Peru’s cultural diversity. Adding to the cultural exchange, Peruvian singer Yolanda Pin...

The Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam will host the annual Japanese Film Festival in Vietnam later this month to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Japan and Vietnam. The festival will take place in Ho Chi Minh City from October 27 to November 9 (at CineStars Hai Ba Trung); Danang from November 17 to 19 (Metiz Cinema); Haiphong (Galaxy Nguyen Kim Cinema) from December 1 to 3; and in Hanoi from December 8 to 21 (National Cinema Center). Japanese movies presented at the Japanese Film Festivals in Vietnam have been known to be the latest releases in Japan with a variety of titles and genres that offer the audience the opportunity to see Japan from different perspectives. Eight Japanese movies are set to be screened during the nearly two-month film festival including the drama titled The Water Flows To The Sea, the comedy/romance film Liar x Liar, the anime The First Slam Dunk, and others. The highlight of the fest...

GU Bistronomy partnered with the WMF brand to successfully host an event celebrating the incredible 170-year journey of Germany’s leading household brand – WMF in Hanoi. Chef Stephan and his companions prepared for the commemorative party. Photo: GU Bistronomy The event saw an enthusiastic turnout of numerous guests, food connoisseurs, and enthusiasts of premium household products. Chef Stephan’s six-course menu presented an unparalleled culinary experience, expertly blending the exquisite flavors of the freshest ingredients with his culinary expertise. The beautifully presented dishes reflected European culinary finesse while still carrying Chef Stephan’s distinctive personal touch from his renowned Chef’s Table by Stephan Zoisl in Singapore. Accompanied by a meticulously curated selection of premium Italian wines, each dish reached new heights of taste and sophistication. “The menu launched in Hanoi is completely novel, prepared, and presented entirely by WMF’s high...

Kinofest, an annual German Film Festival organized by the Goethe Institute, has returned to audiences in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City for its 2023 edition from November 1 to 7. A scene from the movie Liebe, D-Mark, Tod (2022, Cem Kaya). Photo: Screenshot Initiated by the Goethe-Institut Southeast Asia with the participation of Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Timor-Leste, and New Zealand, Kinofest 2023 will showcase the latest award-winning films of German cinema, including those awarded at the Berlinale Film Festival. Diverse in genre and subject matter, this year’s Kinofest film series revolves around the themes of connection, immigration, and cultural interference in contemporary German life. The topic of migration captivates audiences in Germany, and cinema serves as an effective medium to express social issues in a compassionate way. The idea of migration in the context of globalization is not limited to a specific region ...

American guitarist Steve Vai (Steven Siro Vai) performed brilliantly in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on October 19 evening as part of his Inviolate World Tour, receiving thunderous applause from spectators, reported VOV. The fully-packed Nguyen Du Indoor Stadium was enthusiastically entertained by famous songs performed by Vai, a three-time Grammy Award winner, and his colleagues. American guitarist Steve Vai and his Hydra guitar. Photo: Whammy Bar Session They were really impressed with Vai’s Hydra guitar which is a multi-functional instrument with two-headstocks, three-necks that hosts 7 and 12-string guitars; a 4-string ¾ scale length bass; 13 sympathetic harp strings; half-fretless necks; single-coil, humbucking, piezo, MIDI and sustainer pickups; floating and hardtail tremolo bridges and phase splitters. This is the first performance in Vietnam for the 63-year-old American guitarist, marking 45 years of his music career and promoting his album Inviolate. Vietnam is t...

The event was described by the UK Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew as an opportunity to showcase the UK’s exceptional cultural traits to the Vietnamese people. It aims to deepen bilateral ties, improve mutual understanding, and initiate dialogues for cooperation in various fields. He expressed his hope that the people of Da Nang would gain a deeper understanding of UK culture and its people, thus contributing to the consolidation of friendship between the two countries. Highlighting the strong strategic partnership between Vietnam and the UK, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Ho Ky Minh emphasized the importance of the musical in promoting bilateral cultural exchanges that enhance friendship and mutual understanding. He also mentioned the ongoing delegation exchanges and wide range of cooperation programs between Da Nang and the UK. The event featured mesmerizing musical performances by Impact Theatre Saigon, including Lion King, Wicked, Les Miserables, and MAMA MI...

Based on the data provided, Touring Data has reported that Blackpink’s concerts in Hanoi had the sixth highest revenue among all the Asian stops on their world tour. The concerts were part of Blackpink’s Born Pink world tour and sold a total of 67,443 tickets, generating a revenue of US$13.66 million. Touring Data also mentioned that this made Hanoi the tour stop with the eighth highest number of tickets sold, a remarkable achievement considering the competition from K-pop’s traditional markets like South Korea, China, and Japan. Blackpink debuted in 2016 and consists of four members: Jennie, Lisa, Jisoo, and Rosé. Since then, they have achieved international success with hits like “Ddu-Du Ddu-du”, “Kill This Love”, and “Pink Venom”. The Born Pink world tour began late last year and has grossed around US$260.6 million so far, with 1.5 million tickets sold. This makes it the highest grossing girl group tour of all time, surpassing the previous record set by the Spice Girls’ 20...

The giveaway is carried out on Seek Sophie’s Instagram account (@seeksophie), and is open from 20 October 2022 to 6 November 2022. Epic Giveaway Alert: Free Bali Adventures for 1 Year The giveaway winner will win free adventures in Bali for an entire year. They can choose from Bali bucket list experiences such as hiking Mt Batur, snorkeling with Manta Rays in Nusa Penida, going on off-the-beaten-path adventures such as waterfall canyoning, paragliding, and even Balinese mud wrestling! There’s no better way to celebrate travel’s reopening than to see Asia’s Paradise Island with new eyes! Terms and conditions Giveaway participation period is from 20 October 2022 to 6 November 2022, 11:59 pm. The giveaway is limited to one winner. The winner may book any number of Bali adventures on Seek Sophie over the course of a one-year period, for her/himself, friends, and family. The total booking value of the adventures shall not exceed S$500 in value. To participate in the give...

Business Briefing Gold rate: VND 66.5 million/tael (buying) – VND 67.52 million/tael (selling) Stock news: Securities stocks likely to be cheaper Growth forecast: Budget revenue forecast 14.3% higher than plan this year Export news: Sweet potato to be officially exported to China Weather Forecast In the coming days, the North and Central regions will be affected by the continental cold high-pressure blade Business Briefing Gold rate On October 23, the domestic gold price continued its upward momentum with the highest increase of VND 300,000 per tael. SJC gold price in Hanoi and Da Nang is listed at VND 66.5 million/tael (buying) and VND 67.52 million/tael (selling). In Ho Chi Minh City, SJC gold is still buying at the same level but sold for VND 20,000 less. DOJI gold price in Hanoi is listed at VND 66.5 million/tael (buying) and VND 67.5 million/tael (selling). Photo: Zing News Stock news: Securities stocks likely to be cheaper The group of securities ...

The visit takes places at a time after Vietnam completed its role as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2020-2021 tenure and it was elected to the UN Human Rights Council for the 2023-2025 tenure. During high-level talks in Hanoi, Guterres affirms Vietnam is one of the indispensable members of the United Nations, and it has been and will make practical contributions to the common work of the United Nations. While staying in Hanoi, UN chief Guterres meets with Vietnamese Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong. Trong affirms Vietnam’s consistent foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation and development, diversification and multilateralization of foreign relations, noting Vietnam is an active and responsible member of the international community. Guterres expects that Vietnam will take the leading role in responding climate change and that the United Nations will continue to cooperate...