The central city of Danang has overtaken HCMC and Hanoi, Vietnam’s two biggest cities, to become the only Vietnamese candidate listed in the world’s top 10 worth-living destinations for expats in 2018, according to a survey conducted by Live and Invest Overseas travel magazine.

VOV.VN - Rose Park in Long Bien District spanning an area of 10,000 square metres has become a new tourist destination in Hanoi.

VOV.VN - When March comes around, the ancient city of Hue is brought to life with colourful displays of Bauhinia, Bombax, and Chinaberry flowers each vying off in a show of beauty.

As winter's cold grip loosens on Hanoi, the city has been named one of the ideal travel destinations for March by American-based Business Insider.

VOV.VN - The lakes of Ba Be, Thac Ba, and Pa Khoang have become popular tourist destinations in the country recently due to the amazing scenery and abundant fresh air.

VOV.VN - Ancient Nom pagoda in the northern province of Hung Yen remains intact with its historical architecture.

VOV.VN - Sapa town in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai is one of favourite tourist destinations.

In the first month of the Lunar New Year, there are many traditional cultural festivities in different parts of the country. Following are some notable festivals in the northern region.

The first lunar month is the busiest time of year at most pagodas and temples in HCM City as huge throngs of pilgrims are coming there to pray for health, wealth and good luck for the New Lunar Year.

VOV.VN - Cau Nhi temple, on an island at the north end of Truc Bach lake in Hanoi, is associated with the legend of King Ly Cong Uan who moved Vietnam’s capital to Thang Long, the former name of Hanoi, more than a thousand years ago. This spring, the temple has been restored attracting crowds of visitors.