VOV.VN - Over 21.58 million visitors came to the capital between January and August, a 13.9% increase year-on-year, as tourism was buoyed by celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - A 3.6-magnitude earthquake occurred in Cao Duong commune of Phu Tho province on August 26, and people in the capital city of Hanoi, about 100km from the epicentre of the quake, also experienced shaking.

VOV.VN - Due to the impact of Typhoon Kajiki, prolonged heavy rain on the morning of August 26 submerged many streets in Hanoi, forcing commuters to wade through floodwaters to reach their workplaces.

This year’s National Day (September 2) holiday is expected to bring a record number of domestic and international tourists to Hanoi, where visitors can explore not only historic landmarks and cultural sites but also the captial city’s rich culinary heritage.

VOV.VN - Despite alternating sunshine and rain on August 24, thousands of residents packed pavements along major streets of Hanoi, where the parade units are to pass, to watch the second full rehearsal of the military parade and civic march celebrating the 80th National Day.

VOV.VN - More than 2,000 singers, artists, and choir members will join voices in a special art programme titled Hanoi – Vietnam's Aspiration, to be held on the evening of August 31 at the Vietnam National Exposition Centre to celebrate Vietnam’s 80th National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - Hanoi will set off fireworks in six locations on the evening of September 2 to celebrate Vietnam’s 80th National Day, according to a plan issued by the Hanoi People’s Committee on August 22.

VOV.VN - A special art-political television programme titled Golden Opportunity will be broadcast live at 8:10 p.m. on August 22 on Vietnam Television, highlighting the country’s remarkable 80-year journey toward independence, unity, and national development.

VOV.VN - Military helicopters and transport aircraft conducted rehearsal flights over Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi on August 21 in preparation for the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - The Hanoi Department of Tourism hosted a two-day workshop from August 19 to 20 to step up the city’s transition to smart tourism.