Ten Vietnamese dishes grab international headlines

Vietnamese cuisine is becoming increasingly popular globally due to its wide variety of dishes, and international tourists give plenty of compliments to local dishes. Let’s check out the top 10 which were given high marks from international travel magazines in 2022.

The new position of Cham pottery

On November 29, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) inscribed "The art of pottery making of the Cham people" onto the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding, making it the 15th intangible cultural heritage of Vietnam to be recognised by UNESCO.

Australian magazine dubs Quy Nhon “hidden gem” of Vietnam

Located on the nation’s southcentral coast, Quy Nhon of Binh Dinh province has been described as a “hidden gem” due to its unspoiled sandy beaches, diverse local culinary, and unique historical and cultural vestiges.

Thac Ba lake, a scenic spot in northwestern mountains

Thac Ba lake in Yen Bai province is the fourth largest artificial lake in Vietnam. Its large water surface and many big and small islands create a majestic natural scene. Thac Ba lake has been dubbed "Ha Long Bay in the mountains".

The pristine beach of Vung Tien (Quang Ninh)

Vung Tien beach is among the last remaining beautiful and untouched places in Co To island, or the “island paradise” in northern Vietnam.

Pu Ta Leng, the fairy forest

Dubbed as the land of magnificent mountains, the northern province of Lai Chau is an attractive destination for mountain climbers and those who love to explore the nature. The province is home to 6 of the 10 highest peaks in the country, including Pu Ta Leng - the third highest peak in Vietnam at 3,049m high, in Ta Leng Commune, Tam Duong District.

Dong Hoa Hiep ancient house village with unique architecture

Dong Hoa Hiep ancient house village in Tien Giang Province, about 110 km Southwest of Ho Chi Minh City, with unique and distinctive architecture, carrying the imprints of many historical periods, has become a famous tourist destination, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign tourists.

5 tips to enjoy Sa Pa, Vietnam to the fullest

(TITC) – Sa Pa, a mountainous region lies in northern Vietnam, with minority ethnics villages flickering within mountains, hidden waterfalls and endless untouched nature, there is more to explore in this heavenly nature, written by German Blogger Laura Eddelbüttel from ASI Reisen Blog. And here are 5 tips for travel lovers to enjoy Sa Pa to its core.

Conquering White Cliffs in Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark, Ha Giang Province

(TITC) – On the way to discover the North of Ha Giang Province, over Ma Pi Leng Pass, let look up and you can see a small road running parallel on the top, along the foot of the white limestone mountain. This is the walking route to conquer the White Cliffs with different emotions in journey.

8 treks heartthrob in Vietnam for travel lovers

(TITC) - Not a fan of the hustle, bustle cities of Vietnam? Here are 8 treks for discovering Vietnam’s rural heartlands, where the serene setting is full of adventurous hikes to remote villages, lofty lookouts, tumbling waterfalls and the summit of Indochina’s highest mountain.