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Indian specialists initiate survey to restore Nhan Tower in Vietnam

The expert team from the Archaeological Survey of India, under the Indian Ministry of Culture, has started surveying the tower in Tuy Hoa City, as the first step towards its preservation and refurbishment. This restoration plan was established based on a memorandum of understanding signed between the Vietnamese and Indian governments. On Sunday, the Indian experts measured the tower, used drones to capture the relic, and created 3D scans of the structures for data collection. Due to its deteriorated state over the years, the Tuy Hoa authorities have requested the Indian experts to propose suitable repair and recovery solutions. The team plans to replace damaged bricks, treat cracks, reinforce structures, remove harmful organisms, and clean up the inside of the tower. During the process, they will ensure that the sightseeing experience for visitors is not disrupted. The Nhan Tower holds great significance as a signature symbol of Tuy Hoa and Phu Yen. It was built between the late 11th a...

Vietnamese athletes win big at Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship

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The duo initially dominated with impressive scores of 7-1, 9-3, and 15-5, but faced a challenge when Indian opponents Arjun Cheema and Rhythm Sangwan narrowed the gap with a 15-11 victory. Despite a strong performance from both Vietnamese athletes, they only managed to secure a narrow victory with a 0.2-point lead over their Indian rivals. While the gold medal is a promising start for the team at the Asian tournament, it does not count as an Olympic qualifier. Currently, Vietnam has earned only one spot for the Paris Games thanks to Trinh Thu Vinh, who achieved a fifth-place finish in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the 2023 ISSF World Shooting Championships in Azerbaijan last August. Vietnamese athletes Pham Quang Huy (R) and Trinh Thu Vinh (L) cheer with head coach Park Chung Gun after winning the gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2024 in Indonesia, January 9, 2024. Photo: Nhung Nguyen / Tuoi Tre The ongoing ...

Walk Across the 500-Year-old Tiled Bridge of Nam Dinh

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Those who are passionate about the architecture and ancient structures certainly cannot ignore the tiled bridge in the Luong market. The tile bridge in Luong market is one of the 10 oldest bridges in Quan Anh. This bridge is located in Hai Anh commune, Hai Hau district, Nam Dinh province. Photo: vtc.vn When visitors pass through the Hai Anh area, passing a corner of the Trung Giang river, they will see a small bridge between the two banks. This bridge has been recognized by the State as a national historical and cultural relic since 1990. It still stands firm through the years. Photo: vtc.vn This ancient bridge stands out in the middle of a street corner that is more than 500 years old. It was built at the same time as Luong Pagoda (in 1511). Nowadays, it is covered with moss. The bridge attracts passersby with its exquisite architectural motifs. From a distance, visitors can easily see the bricks and tiles arranged evenly, tightly forming a beautiful arc betw...

Enjoy a Peaceful Spring Trip to the Sacred Land of Tay Ninh

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Tay Ninh – The sacred land of religion and beliefs Tay Ninh is known as a deeply spiritual place in Vietnam. You must visit Tay Ninh at least once in your life and experience the 5 main local religions. Nearly 70% of the people living here are religious. For Buddhists from all over the world, Black Virgin Mountain (Nui Ba Den) is the place where the spirits of heaven and earth converge with the sacred legends of Linh Son Thanh Mau. Photo: Toquoc The Ba Den Mountain is a part of the Nui Ba Historical and Cultural Complex in Tay Ninh, Vietnam, which is famous for its artless scenery and mysterious tales. This is the highest mountain in the southeastern part of Vietnam. Located 11km to the Northeast of Tay Ninh City, Ba Den Mountain is 986m high; it is the symbol of the people and the land of Tay Ninh. Many researchers consider Ba Den Mountain to be the birthplace of the custom of worshiping the Mother Goddess in the Southern resident community. As for the indigenous ...

Cat-shaped statues in Thua Thien-Hue province celebrate Tet festival

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The family is made up of five members and is located on the banks of the Huong (Perfume) river. Many people use the beautiful background to snap photos in order to keep memories of the Year of the Cat. The park situated along Le Loi street in Hue is fully decorated with many miniature figures for locals and tourists to take photos of. A cat-shaped statue can be found located at the foot of Truong Tien bridge. A young family enjoys snapping photos of a lovely cat-shaped statue while going to Dong Ba market. The post Cat-shaped statues in Thua Thien-Hue province celebrate Tet festival appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Porridge buffet, must-try delicacy in Western Vietnam Couples flock to Sapa & Fansipan for splendid cloud hunting experiences Romatic “love road”, favorite check-in place of Hanoian in every winter IRED launches “The Story of Civilization” book series in Vietnamese ...

Gateways congested as people return home ahead of Tet

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Lines of cars and motorcycles slowly depart the capital. A long traffic jam can be seen on Belt Road No. 3 at 5 p.m. on January 18, or the 27th day of the last lunar month. All of roads are fully occupied by automobiles, thereby forcing motorbikes to travel on the pavements or squeeze among queues of automobiles. Drivers take up to 30 minutes to escape the traffic built up in Linh Dam area before facing more congestion on the national highway. Motorbikes carrying personal belongings slowly make their way to the gateways. Despite having to wait in standstill traffic on roads, many people are happy at the prospect of being able to return to their hometown to celebrate Tet. Locals wait for passenger buses as they head back to their hometowns. Some vehicles are forced to move on the pavement to avoid traffic congestion on Khuat Duy Tien street. Nguyen Trai road is flooded with vehicles on the...

Glamping: Camping in comfort in Vietnam

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Recently, I took a trip to the Tropical eGlamping near Tri An Lake in the southern province of Dong Nai to experience glamping for myself. Glamping is not a new form of holiday. As cities get bigger, the ability to experience nature becomes harder. Glamping in Vietnam is kind of a process. Most people only visit for one night, so, unlike visiting a hotel or resort, it is a kind of system of experiencing dinner, sleep, and breakfast as a group. In between these times, you can play games, sit, and relax or simply walk around and admire the trees and view. A dome-shaped tent at Tropical EGlamping, a glamping site in Dong Nai Province, southern Vietnam. Photo: Ray Kuschert / Tuoi Tre News Camping with the AC The heat of southern Vietnam is such that the tents are just too hot to use until just before sunset. If you arrive around lunchtime, you will spend the best part of the day sitting in the communal area. It’s ok though, because there are beers, drinks, and food to buy...