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A senior official from Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has refuted claims suggesting that Ha Long Bay could be removed from the UNESCO World Heritage List. In a recent interview with VTC News , the official dismissed the rumors, providing clarity on the actual purpose of UNESCO’s upcoming visit. Additionally, a representative from the expert group representing Vietnam at the World Heritage Committee also refuted the misinformation in an interview with Tuoi Tre newspaper on Monday. The representative clarified that Vietnam has invited a team of UNESCO experts to assess the implementation of eight new recommendations provided by UNESCO and to discuss conservation risks to Ha Long Bay. According to the Department of Cultural Heritage, the expert team is expected to arrive in Vietnam in January. Reuters recently reported on UNESCO’s plans to send a team of experts to evaluate potential risks to the conservation of Ha Long Bay due to concerns over development proje...

As 2025 approaches, Hanoi opens its arms to all, inviting everyone to join the vibrant countdown celebrations and fireworks displays to welcome the New Year. Major countdown events 1. Herbalife Countdown 2025 – Venue: Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square – Time: 8:15 PM, December 31 to 12:20 AM, January 1, 2025 Get ready for a dynamic music and light show featuring renowned artists, DJs, and cutting-edge performances. 2. Trust The Moment Grand Music Festival – Venue: August Revolution Square, in front of the iconic Opera House – Time: 7:30 PM, December 31 A free-for-all event with DJ Vicetone and top Vietnamese artists, coupled with a dazzling light show and livestream coverage. 3. The Glamorous Countdown 2025 – Venue: K-Town Square, Vinhomes Ocean Park 2 – Time: 8:00 PM, December 31 to 12:30 AM, January 1, 2025 Witness spectacular music and light shows by artists like Vu Cat Tuong and DALAB.  Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake, a popular spot for fireworks displays. ...

Hanoi has witnessed remarkable progress over the past year, especially within its tourism industry. Despite economic headwinds on both domestic and international fronts, the city’s tourism sector demonstrated a robust recovery and significant growth. According to the Hanoi Tourism Department, Hanoi experienced a boom in tourism, welcoming 27.86 million visitors, reflecting a 12.7% increase from the previous year. This included 6.35 million international tourists, a substantial rise of 34.4%, along with 21.51 million domestic visitors, indicating a healthy 7.5% growth. This influx of tourists has had a positive ripple effect on the economy, with total revenue estimated at VND110.52 trillion (approximately US$4.61 billion), an encouraging increase of 18.3%. These impressive figures were revealed during a conference on the tourism sector’s roadmap for 2025, held on December 30. They underscore the resilience and growth of Hanoi’s tourism industry in 2024. The capital’s tourism sector n...