Hanoi is moving closer to ending one of its most talked-about and risky urban spectacles: trains threading through the narrow lanes of the so-called Railway Café Street.
One of Hanoi’s most renowned traditional craft hubs is set to undergo a comprehensive re-planning, aimming at preserving its cultural heritage while positioning it as a model for sustainable tourism development.
Designed as both a cultural celebration and a moment of reflection, New Vision - New Era aims to capture Vietnam’s journey through reform and renewal, using performance to evoke the country’s past, present and ambitions for the future.
17 Jul, 10:04 am
An early Lunar New Year showcase aimed at international visitors highlights the traditions of northern ethnic communities, reflecting broader efforts to preserve and promote intangible cultural heritage.
17 Jul, 10:04 am
At Hanoi’s Ho Guom Theatre, classical music took on a civic role as leading orchestras and soloists gathered for a concert that framed culture as both reflection and force at a pivotal political moment.
17 Jul, 10:03 am
Blending centuries-old spiritual traditions with modern governance tools, the Huong Pagoda Festival is redefining how major religious events are organized in Hanoi, with technology now playing a central role in management and visitor services.
17 Jul, 10:03 am
Hanoi is positioning its Lunar New Year celebrations as a global cultural draw, as the city prepares to host Happy Tet 2026, an immersive festival designed to bring Vietnam’s most important holiday to international audiences at the heart of the capital.
17 Jul, 10:02 am
Ministry of Home Affair plans align public holidays with weekends, limiting workday swaps while extending time off for employees.
17 Jul, 10:02 am
Hanoi is pairing extended Tet travel demand with cultural programs and heritage promotion as it seeks to boost tourism revenue while protecting its historical identity.
17 Jul, 10:00 am
Hanoi rolls out a citywide 2026 Tet (Lunar New Year) calendar featuring festivals, heritage sites, fireworks and cultural experiences to attract global visitors.
17 Jul, 09:52 am
