Brilliant Fireworks in the Evening of National Day

Ignoring the rainin the evening of National Day, thousands of people flocked to the places where fireworks were displayed to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the August Revolution and the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 – September 2, 2015).

During the celebration, fireworks were displayed at five places, including the Sword Lake, the Unification Park, My Dinh National Stadium, Nguyen Hoang Ton Park (Tay Ho District) and  Van Quan Lake (Ha Dong District).

By Tran Thanh Giang

Hanois Old Quarter: Balancing tradition and tourism

Hanoi’s Old Quarter: Balancing tradition and tourism

When it comes to cultural tourism, few places spark the imagination like historic quarters. In Vietnam, Hanoi’s Old Quarter stands out as a remarkable example of how heritage and modern tourism can harmoniously coexist.How does a centuries-old neighborhood remain vibrant amid rapid urban development? Reporter Werawan Boonmee from NTT – the National News Bureau of Thailand – visited Vietnam to find the answer.

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