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Vietnam’s top tourist destinations reopen following social distancing ease

After halting operation due to the coronavirus pandemic, certain tourist hotspots in Vietnam have received the green light to again welcome visitors.

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20 beautiful Buddhist temples around the world

There are some spectacular Buddhist places of worship around the world, some perched precariously on cliffs while others boasting of gold-plated pagodas. From Angkor Wat to Paro Taktsang, here's a look at some beautiful Buddhist temples and stupas across the globe.

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The warrior woman, General Le Chan

Le Chan was A Woman General who supported to Hai Ba Trung to fight against Invader China Troops during 40-42 AD. Haiphong People consider Her as the Tutelary Spirit who Founded An Bien Village (Haiphong City Now). Le Chan Statue is made by Haiphong Factory of Bronze Casting.

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Upcycle your homestay while traversing central Vietnam

A 'go green' homestay in ancient town Hue offers nature enthusiast a unique space decked out with recycled materials at a reasonable price.

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Thay Pagoda - an interesting attraction in Hanoi

Thay Pagoda (Chua Thay means the Pagoda of Master Tu Dao Hanh) has another old name: Huong Hai (Sea of Perfume), So De. Based on the historical document, its official name is Thien Phuc Tu (Pagoda of Celestial Bliss).

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Da Nang strives to welcome 9.8 million tourists in 2020

The central coastal city of Da Nang aims to serve 9.8 million tourists in 2020, a year-on-year rise of 12.74 percent, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.

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2019 National Tourism Year ends with flying colours

The 2019 National Tourism Year themed “Colour of the Sea” has ended with flying colours, as seen in the record number of international visitors and various prizes won by the country’s tourism sector.

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Da Lat Flower Festival wraps up in success

NDO/VNA – Colourful art show “Vu hoi hoa mua Dong” (Winter Flower Ball) at Lam Vien Square wrapped up the 8th Da Lat Flower Festival in Da Lat city in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on December 24.

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National Tourism Year 2019 concludes in Khanh Hoa

NDO – The National Tourism Year 2019 under the theme “Nha Trang – Colour of the Sea” concluded on December 28 evening in the central province.

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Visiting Yen Tu – A sacred land of Buddhist pilgrims

NDO – Located about 45 kilometres from Ha Long City, Yen Tu Mountain welcomes a large number of Buddhist pilgrims across the country during Tet (the Lunar New Year Festival), who come there to worship Buddha while looking back over the past year and praying for a New Year full of peace and happiness.

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