VOV.VN - Nestled on the serene outskirts of Hanoi, Phung Xa craft village has been weaving delicate lotus silk for centuries, where artisans transform lotus fibers into shimmering, ethereal fabrics.

VOV.VN - Tourism in Hanoi saw strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with international arrivals reaching nearly 2.4 million, up 28.7% year on year, driving total visitor numbers to over 8.8 million, up 20.5%.

Hanoi has further affirmed its status as Vietnam’s largest craft village hub as four of its traditional villages have been officially recognised as members of the Global Network of Creative Craft Cities by the World Crafts Council (WCC).

VOV.VN - In the days leading up to the Lunar New Year (Tet), the centuries-old rice paper village of Thuan Hung in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho hums with activity, blending tradition and modern machinery to keep pace with rising orders.

Situated along the banks of the Thao River, Sai Nga conical hat village in Cam Khe commune, the northern province of Phu Tho, remains one of the few traditional craft villages that still preserve and develop a long-standing trade across generations.

VOV.VN - As the Lunar New Year 2026 approaches, the traditional incense-making village in Son Nam ward, Hung Yen province, is entering its busiest season of the year.

VOV.VN - In the run-up to the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026, workshops in Bat Trang pottery village, Hanoi, are operating at full capacity to meet rising demand for horse-shaped figurines ahead of Tet.

VOV.VN - An increasing number of international visitors to Da Nang are moving beyond traditional sightseeing, beach resorts and iconic photo spots, opting instead for immersive experiences in rural villages, rice fields and traditional craft communities.

VOV.VN - The third Hanoi Autumn Festival is scheduled to take place at Tran Nhan Tong pedestrian street and Thong Nhat (Reunification) Park from November 21 to 23, featuring many activities to celebrate the 71st anniversary of the capital's liberation.

The 2025 International Craft Village Conservation and Development Festival opened in Hanoi on November 14, drawing representatives from over 30 countries and territories, along with thousands of artisans, experts, and creators at home and abroad in a five-day celebration of traditional craftsmanship.