Tag: pagodas
Foreign tourists introduced to interesting aspects of life in Hanoi
VOV.VN - The Vietnamese capital is a whirlwind of sights, sounds, and flavours, whether travelers are visiting for the first time or the 10th, Hanoi will always be an incredible place to visit, offering a true taste of the nation.
Special features of Soc Trang’s Khmer culture
VOV.VN - The Khmer, one of 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam, live in the southern region, mainly in Soc Trang province. They have developed a rich cultural tradition, including clothing, art, architecture, music, dance, festivals, and religion.
Int’l conference talks harnessing values of UNESCO titles for sustainable development
An international conference on harnessing the values of UNESCO titles for sustainable development in Vietnam opened at Bai Dinh pagoda, the northern province of Ninh Binh on July 3.
Kh’Leang pagoda, a national architectural heritage in Soc Trang
VOV.VN - Kh’Leang pagoda, in Ton Duc Thang street, Soc Trang city, is one of the oldest Khmer pagodas in the Mekong Delta.
Largest lantern releasing ceremony celebrates Lord Buddha’s birthday
VOV.VN - Thousands of local people gathered on May 30 at Phap Hoa Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City in the largest lantern releasing ceremony in order to pray for peace on the occasion of Lord Buddha's 2567th birthday.
Hue pagodas decorated for Lord Buddha’s birthday celebration
VOV.VN - Many pagodas located across Hue in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue have been adorned with national flags, flowers, and lotus-shaped lanterns in order to mark Lord Buddha's 2567th birthday celebration.
UN Day of Vesak celebrated in Hanoi
The UN Day of Vesak was celebrated at Tran Quoc Pagoda in Hanoi on May 25, or the seventh day of the fourth lunar month, with the joint effort of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS), the Hanoi chapter of the Vietnam-India Friendship Association, and the Indian Embassy.
Ba Vang Pagoda sets new world record
VOV.VN - Nestled among the scenic mountains surrounding Uong Bi city in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh, Ba Vang Pagoda claimed a new world record as recognised by the World Records Union (WorldKings) on May 21.
Foreign journalist reveals interesting places in Ho Chi Minh City
VOV.VN - Travel journalist Antonio Diaz of Free Magazine has revealed a number of interesting locations he discovered in Ho Chi Minh City during his trip around the southern city.
Australian traveler discovers Vietnam destinations from 48-hour journey
VOV.VN - James Booth, a travel editor of Australian newspaper Escape, has published an article introducing his 48-hour journey of discovery to a number of tourist attractions in Hanoi City and Ninh Binh Province.
