Poor people assured a well-fed Tet

Poor people assured a well-fed Tet

(VOVWORLD) - Vietnamese authorities have paid special attention to providing a happy Tet, Vietnam’s traditional Lunar New Year, to disadvantaged people and social beneficiaries
Wednesday May 16, 2018

Wednesday May 16, 2018

(VOVWORLD) - At the beginning of summer, the average temperature in Hanoi now is 37 degrees Celsius and in some northern provinces the temperature is up to 39 degrees Celsius
Celebrations of Reunification Day and May Day

Celebrations of Reunification Day and May Day

(VOVworld) – Celebrations are underway throughout Vietnam to mark the Reunifcation Day on April 30 and May Day. The Sa Pa summer tourism festival until June 30 features a cloud festival, the Cat...
Wednesday April 26, 2017

Wednesday April 26, 2017

(VOVworld) - Summer is coming around and it’s getting hotter in the northern part of Vietnam. The average temperature now ranges from 25 to 30DC. I enjoy this pleasant weather
Wednesday March 22, 2017

Wednesday March 22, 2017

(VOVworld) - We are very glad to know that Gerry Neumann has returned to his home in England safe and sound. On his latest email on March 20, Gerry wrote “At last I’ve...
Street Carnival in Brazil

Street Carnival in Brazil

(VOVworld) – Rio Carnival, one the most spectacular street festivals in the world, will begin on Friday, turning Brazil into a hot tourist destination with its exciting ambience, upbeat music, and...
Britain’s Tea Culture

Britain’s Tea Culture

(VOVworld) - The British are known for their habits of drinking tea. According to the Tea and Infusions Organisation, the British consume 60 billion cups per year. That’s more than 900 cups a year...
Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

A: Bun Cha- the traditional Vietnamese dish - consists of grilled pork served in a broth or with dipping sauce, along with rice noodles and fresh herbs. It is one of the...
Festival of Lights in Lyon – the magic colors

Festival of Lights in Lyon – the magic colors

(VOVworld) - When it comes to festivals, people often think of lively music, games, or parties. But the Festival of Lights in Lyon, France, happens in a silent and peaceful atmosphere. It’s where you...
Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

A: We’d like to thank Robert Krolikowski of the US for sending us late Easter greetings with a beautiful Easter Card and a greeting card marking St Patrick’s Day...
Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

A: Vietnamese festivals are variously categorized as agricultural festivals, religious festivals, competitions of folk singing and games, and cultural festivals honoring local heroes and traditions