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Here is my attempt at rewriting the provided text: The upcoming festival will mark a special occasion as it will be the 17th time the thrilling horse race has taken place in the picturesque mountainous region. From June 2 to June 8, Bac Ha stadium will come alive with the sound of hoofbeats as jockeys from Lao Cai and neighboring provinces such as Tuyen Quang, Ha Giang, and Lai Chau gather to showcase their skills. The race will cover a total distance of 1,500 meters, with the horses racing seven laps around the track. Adding to the excitement, the organizers will be awarding first, second, and third prizes to the top competitors. But the festival offers more than just a horse race; it’s a celebration of culture and tradition. The Bac Ha White Plateau Festival will feature captivating art performances by local ethnic groups and a unique tour that explores ancient tea trees. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the region. Well-known for its vibrant rur...

The story of ‘Morgue Sticky Rice’ is an intriguing one, and I’m excited to share it with you. In conversation with the *Tuoi Tre* (Youth) newspaper, Luu Bao Minh, the son of the founder of this unique establishment, revealed that the name originated from its loyal customers. Minh’s parents used to sell sticky rice from a cart at the intersection of Nguyen Tri Phuong and Tran Phu Streets. Over time, they moved to their current location on Tran Phu Street, which happens to be surrounded by funeral homes, hospitals, and vendors associated with funeral rituals. The famous ‘Xôi Mặn’ (Savory Sticky Rice) shop, with its unique nickname, has become a beloved part of the local culture. Photo: Ho Lam / Tuoi Tre The sticky rice shop has been a fixture on this street for almost half a century, and its proximity to funeral homes earned it the nickname ‘Morgue Sticky Rice.’ Minh shared that the name stuck, and now everyone knows their shop by this intriguing moniker. As night falls, the...

The statue called ‘Greeting Man’ was presented by Namyangju governor Cho Kwang Han in 2019 in honor of the friendship and cooperation established between the two cities but it only arrived in Hue recently.  ‘Greeting Man’ is an aluminum statue of a blue, naked man bowing in a typically Asian greeting gesture. A naked figure represents no prejudice, and blue means no racial discrimination, while the statue as a whole embodies the values of meeting, honoring, admiring, reconciling, and fostering peace. Compared to the original design by 52-year-old South Korean sculptor Yoo Young-ho, the sculpture was shortened from six meters tall to two meters to meet the Hue side’s request of protecting the cityscape from a too tall object.  After prolonged discussions, administrators in Hue decided to install the statue in 3-2 Park on the south bank of the city’s iconic Huong (Perfume) River, where several buildings constructed with South Korean support are located. Vietnam is not...

Banh trang nuong (grilled rice paper) Dubbed ‘Vietnamese pizza,’  banh trang nuong is a can’t-miss street snack comprised of grilled rice paper topped with chicken or quail eggs, chopped scallion, cheese, and sausage. The most popular haunts to try this Da Lat specialty are the street food carts that appear each evening on Nha Chung, Hoang Dieu, Bui Thi Xuan, and Nguyen Chi Thanh Streets, as well as at the Da Lat night market. Banh uot long ga (steamed rice paper with chicken offal) Banh uot long ga typically features a platter of steamed rice paper, shredded chicken, and boiled chicken offal, served with a generous helping of chili fish sauce and herbs. The most popular vendors selling banh uot long ga can be found on Tang Bat Ho, Phan Dinh Phung, Bui Thi Xuan Streets. A bowl of  ‘banh uot long ga’ (steamed rice cake with chicken offal). Photo: Mai Vinh / Tuoi Tre Banh can (mini Vietnamese savory pancakes) Banh can is one of Da Lat’s most recognize...

As the curtain slowly came down to the audience’s continuous applause, artist Minh Hai breathed a sigh of relief because he had successfully played the role of Uncle Ho. Artist Minh Hai has left his imprint on the audience’s hearts during his nearly 20-year professional creative career at the Vietnam Cai Luong Theater. Nguyen Tat Thanh, the young Ho Chi Minh in the Cai luong (reformed opera) No Nuoc Non (Tribute to the Nation), is the character who has left the greatest emotion and pressure on him. In particular, his son also appeared in the play as Ho Chi Minh in his childhood with the birth name of Nguyen Sinh Cung. Desire to promote Cai Luong in the North Hai was born in the northern province of Thai Binh in 1981. When he was five, his family moved to the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong. Here, his mother often took Hai to see Cai luong . Since then, he has fallen in love with the sweet melodies of this art form. After graduating high school, Hai still wanted to pursue...

Da Nang People’s Committee Vice Chairman Ho Ky Minh (fourth, right), Italian Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Enrico Padula (fourth, left) and members of the delegation posing for a group photo. Photo: Kim Phuong/danang.gov.vn Da Nang People’s Committee Vice Chairman Ho Ky Minh recently hosted a reception for Enrico Padula, Consul General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang Today reported. Vice Chairman Minh informed his Italian guest about the city’s socio-economic achievements and its development orientation. He took the opportunity to ask for support from Enrico Padula to reinforce the friendship and cooperation relations with Italian partners in various fields, especially tourism and port development. He remarked that 2023 marked the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the bilateral diplomatic ties (March 23, 1973 – 2023), and the 10th founding anniversary of the Strategic Partnership. The Italian diplomat informed that the Consulate General of Italy in HC...

This is the first Vietnamese restaurant abroad that has implemented the project. Kieu Bich Huong, who is in charge of the channel, said that the project aims to introduce Vietnamese culture and literature, history, tourism, art, and cuisine to overseas Vietnamese (OVs) and international friends in a closer and more accessible way. Phuong Mai, the owner of the restaurant, said she hopes her restaurant will be a cozy space for everyone to enjoy Vietnamese foods and read books about Vietnam.   Addressing the event, Vietnamese writer Kieu Bich Hau, who is on a trip to Europe to attend some international literary conferences, highly valued the initiative “Vietnamese bookcases in Vietnamese restaurants abroad”, saying that this is the first step to roll out similar bookcases in other restaurants in different countries. She promised to support the project and called on other sponsors to join hands in expanding Vietnamese bookcases abroad. Poet Nhu Quynh de Prelle, who is livin...

Vietnam News Today (May 19) notable headlines Vietnam enhances role in addressing regional and global challenges Vietnam, Japan foster cooperation in aerospace supporting industry Forum seeks to enhance Vietnam-US economic cooperation Vietnam enhances bilateral cooperation with Tanzania Longer e-visa validity will boost Vietnam’s tourism: Govt Hot weather continues scorching Vietnam Vietnam, Philippines talk maritime, ocean concerns in 10th meeting Vietnam drawn in Group C of Paris Olympics second women’s football qualifiers Prime Minister receives WTO Director-General Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Pham Quang Hieu. Vietnam enhances role in addressing regional and global challenges Vietnam’s engagement in the coming expanded G7 summit in Hiroshima at the invitation of the Japanese Prime Minister shows the international community’s acknowledgment of the country’s increased role and position globally, has said Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Pham Quang Hieu...