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Tourism in Hoi An city (Quang Nam province) has returned to pre-pandemic levels, with international visitors accounting for more than 70% of the total. The tourism industry has generated revenue of VND 4,538.6 billion (over US $180 million), an increase of 9.64% compared to the same period in 2022. Vice Chairman of Hoi An city People’s Committee, Nguyen Van Lanh, believes that the removal of entry and exit barriers for international visitors has contributed to this success. The visa exemption policy and new electronic visa issuance, effective from August 15, 2023, have facilitated the influx of tourists. Additionally, the implementation of Resolution 82 by the government has played a crucial role in the recovery of tourism in Hoi An. Hoi An Ancient town (Photo: Getty Image). In 2023, Hoi An welcomed 4 million visitors, a significant increase of 99.79% compared to the previous year. Among these visitors, 3 million were international tourists, showcasing Hoi An’s internati...

With the Vietnamese Lunar New Year representing the zodiac sign of the Dragon, numerous dragon-shaped ornamental plants have been created to celebrate this special occasion. These stunning kumquat bonsai trees are displayed throughout the streets of Hanoi, creating a warm and festive atmosphere for the Tet holiday. People are filled with joy as they welcome the Year of the Dragon with high hopes and expectations. The dragon, a mythical creature, holds great significance in Vietnamese culture. According to Eastern beliefs, the dragon symbolizes royal authority, prosperity, luck, and power. During Tet or Lunar New Year, alongside peach blossoms, kumquat trees are essential ornamental plants in Vietnamese households. A kumquat tree adorned with fruit is believed to bring brightness, warmth, and good fortune to the family. On Lac Long Quan Road in Tay Ho District, Hanoi, these elegant kumquat bonsais shaped like sacred dragons catch the attention of passers-by. Duy Khanh/The ...

Participants will embark on their Tet journey at a traditional Tet market located at the Mong Phu communal house. Here, guests will be introduced to several unique aspects of Tet celebrations, including the art of calligraphy writing, folk performances, a cooking demonstration featuring Banh Chung (square sticky rice cake), and a workshop on making To he (toy figurines made of rice dough), among others. In addition, a variety of local dishes, handicrafts, and folk art products will be showcased at the stalls. International guests will also have the opportunity to experience Tet customs such as visiting someone’s house on the first day of the new year, paying respects to ancestors, exchanging New Year greetings, and giving lucky money to children and the elderly. Furthermore, foreign diplomats will visit artist Nguyen Tan Phat’s lacquer workshop and take part in Vietnamese folk games like duck hunting, cockfighting, and fish catching. This event is being held in Duong Lam village...

Every evening, teams will showcase captivating light shows using drones for approximately 15 to 20 minutes. In addition to light and fireworks drones, teams will also utilize various other drones during the competition, including firefly drones. This event is part of the 2024 Nha Trang Sea Festival, which has been a signature event of this coastal city since 2003. The post Asian nations to take part in Nha Trang global illumination festival appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .