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International photography contest – 35AWARDS,  with the largest number of professional jury, has attracted more than  450,000 entries from hundreds of photographers worldwide. The 35AWARDS honor photographers by offering awards in various photo genres, from aerial photography, and daily life to landscapes and wildlife. Let’s enjoy the photos by Vietnamese photographers whose work selected the Top 5 Excellent Photos and 100 Most Impressive Drone Photos of the 35AWARDS 2023.  Two hunting whales were taken by Pham Huy Trung on De Gi Beach in the central coast province of Binh Dinh, Vietnam, in August 2022.  The photo “Spring on the Tea Hill” taken by Pham Huy Trung in Dam B’ri Commune, Bao Loc District, the Tay Nguyen (Central Highlands) province of Lam Dong, is among the 100 most beautiful photos of this year’s award.   The photo titled “Mother’s Shoulder-poles” by Pham Chi Cong shows the image of an old woman with he...

Son Tay Tourism Year will be kicked off on May 27 with a focus on promoting the town’s cultural and historical heritage.  Long Ho tourist spot attracts a large number of visitors every year. Photo: Long Ho Tourist Spot The event will announce the recognition of two new tourist destinations namely Long Ho (Kim Son Commune) and Glory Resort (Xuan Son Commune). Long Ho has 90 hectares of natural land with a peaceful view of Dong Mo Lake. Meanwhile, Glory Resort offers a luxurious retreat. According to Le Dai Thang, Vice Chairman of the Son Tay People’s Committee, the spots would be added to the locality’s tourism services, which offer eco-tourism, spiritual tourism, and cultural experiences. In addition to historical and cultural sites, such as Duong Lam Ancient Village, Den Va Temple and Mia Pagoda, and the Dong Mo Lake Tourist Area with an international standard golf course, these new destinations will provide visitors with a unique and authentic experience, allow...

Vietnam’s largest French food festival – Balade en France, or Walk in France – will hold a special edition from April 14 to 16, according to the French Embassy in Vietnam. The poster of the “Balade en France” Festival 2023  This year’s festival will be co-hosted by the Embassy and the Hanoi People’s Committee, following the success of its two previous editions in 2018 and 2020. It will occur at the Ly Thai To Square and the surrounding area,  Speaking at the press conference on March 28, Nicolas Warnery, French Ambassador to Vietnam, said that this large-scale public event is part of celebrating the 50th anniversary of French-Vietnamese diplomatic relations, showcasing French gastronomy. “To celebrate the important milestone of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and France, which falls on April 12, a series of exceptional cultural events have been held since the beginning of 2023, but “Balade en France” will be the most prominent event,” he said. ...