German man spends all money on Vietnam’s langurs

A 70-year-old German man left his family and job to come to Vietnam, where he can fulfill his aspiration for protecting primates, especially delacour langurs.

Revamp for Hue's Princess Temple

The Hue Centre for Monuments Conservation and the UNESCO World Heritage Institute under the Japanese-based Waseda University on Tuesday broke ground for restoration of Dien Phuoc Princess Temple in Kim Long Ward in the former royal city of Hue.

Quang Ninh protects Ha Long Bay environment

Northern Quang Ninh province is taking a number of urgent measures to protect Ha Long Bay’s natural environment, said Deputy Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Dang Huy Hau on November 14.

Phan Rang is tourist heaven

I have visited Phan Rang several times but each trip gave me a new experience and brought me to new cool places of this coastal central city of Ninh Thuan Province.

Hydro projects still a big concern

The impact of proposed hydropower plants on the eco-system of Cat Tien National Park in southern Dong Nai Province is concerning scientists and the public.

Wildlife traffickers held, 16 rare animals rescued

Sixteen wild animals, all listed in the Vietnamese Red Book of endangered species, were rescued from household cages in HCM City in a joint effort by authorities and journalists last Saturday.

Dong Van plateau wonderful, but services not

There has been no strategy on the exploitation and development of the Dong Van Plateau, which has been one of the 77 geological parks of the world. The Dong Van district People’s Committee estimated that some 600,000 people flocked to the stone plateau on the three weekend days October 26-28. However, the unprofessional services here are believed to drive travelers away.

One pillar pagoda receives Asian recognition

The Vietnam Buddhist Sangha hosted a ceremony on November 12 in Hanoi to receive a certificate of “the most unique architecture in Asia” awarded to the One Pillar Pagoda, a historic Buddhist temple in Hanoi.

Foreigners collect rubbish around Hoan Kiem Lake

Every Sunday morning, Japanese and Taiwanese businessman gather at the Hoan Kiem Lake in central Hanoi to collect garbage. This is the idea of Mr. Ninomiya, a Japanese businessman who loves Hanoi and Hoan Kiem Lake. This program has been implemented for over a year.

HCMC, Da Nang listed as good destinations for Singaporeans

Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang have recently been mentioned as among top 10 destinations which are not far from Singapore by relax.com.sg, a publication of AsiaOne.