Wednesday October 2, 2019

Wednesday October 2, 2019

(VOVWORLD) - Welcome to the Letter Box, our weekly feature dedicated to our listeners around the world
Phu Quoc – a jade island in Kien Giang province

Phu Quoc – a jade island in Kien Giang province

(VOVWORLD) - Phu Quoc island district in Kien Giang province, dubbed “the Pearl Island” or “Living Heaven”, is an ideal place for resorts, sightseeing, and exploring the diverse ecosystem. The world of coral reefs...
Denmark, Vietnam discuss energy transition

Denmark, Vietnam discuss energy transition

(VOVWORLD) - Danish experts and Vietnamese officials discussed Danish achievements in energy development and feasible solutions for Vietnam at a conference on energy transition for sustainable development held in Quang Ninh...
74th National Day celebrations in full swing

74th National Day celebrations in full swing

(VOVWORLD) - The festive atmosphere of the 74th National Day is in full swing throughout Vietnam on Monday, September 2. Hanoiians are enjoying vibrant, joyful celebrations as the capital city has become...
Vietnam’s 7th full-moon festival

Vietnam’s 7th full-moon festival

(VOVWORLD) - Vietnamese people call the 7th full moon festival “Vu Lan bao hieu” (Parents' Day) or “Xa toi vong nhan” (Wandering Soul’s Day). The festival is the second largest annual traditional festival...
Stick puppetry of the Tay

Stick puppetry of the Tay

(VOVWORLD) - The Tay often stage stick puppetry at their New Year’s celebration and also at the Going to the Field Festival, a custom that has existed for more than 200 years. Stick...
Grave sculptures of the Central Highlands

Grave sculptures of the Central Highlands

(VOVWORLD) - Carving wooden sculptures is a special folk art of ethnic groups such as the Co Tu, Ede, Ba Na, and Jarai of the Central Highlands. They are not just folk...
 Forest fires ravage central region

Forest fires ravage central region

(VOVWORLD) - Due to prolonged hot dry weather and strong winds, forest fires have been ravaging locations from Nghe An to Da Nang, as well as Phu Yen province, causing great losses to...