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More than 80 monitoring stations of independent air-quality analysis system PamAir show that the air-quality index is mainly red, indicating a bad level, and purple, showing a very bad level. The capital is left covered in dense smog, even at midday. According to experts, Hanoi and neighbouring northern provinces are currently entering a phase of deteriorating air quality. The noted that besides the main factors such as of traffic, construction, and waste burning, the weather conditions of winter have also contributed to worsen pollution in the city. Severe air pollution in the capital is forecast to linger until at least the upcoming Tet holiday, leaving much of Hanoi left clouded in smog. Due to the capital being hit by poor air quality, many residents are fearful that there could potentially be a negative impact on their health. Health experts have therefore urged the public, especially children, elderl...

The town beat seven other rivals to come first in the category including Český Krumlov Region of the Czech Repubplic, Hāna, Maui, Hawaii of the United States, Jajce of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sauraha of Nepal, Shirakawa Village of Japan, Talkeetna of the US, and Wanaka of New Zealand. Tam Dao town in Vinh Phuc province is located on the Tam Dao mountain range over 1,000m above sea level. It’s one of the most attractive destinations in northern Vietnam. In Tam Dao, there are three mountains, Thach Ban (1,388m), Thien Thi (1,375m), and Phu Nghia (1,400m), rising above the sea of clouds like three islands. That is the source of the Vietnamese name “Tam Dao,” meaning “three islands.” This marks the first time Tam Dao has been awarded the world’s leading town destination. The annual awards are based on votes cast by travel industry professionals and the public. The World Travel Awards, launched in 1993, acknowledge excellence in the tourism industry, and have been described as...

Paintings are put on display at the Centre for Cultural Exchange on Dao Duy Tu street in order to celebrate the Year of the Cat. Paintings are often used in order to decorate local houses in Hanoi. The exhibition attracts plenty of foreign visitors who are keen to explore the country’s traditional culture. Lanterns featuring numerous paintings of zodiac animals are put on show. Paintings with different themes on the topic of Tet festival in Vietnam are introduced to visitors. A cultural event held at the Culture and Art Centre on Hang Buom street serves as a beautiful background for young people. Cat-shaped products are exhibited at 38 Hang Dao street. An old Tet space is re-enacted at Kim Ngan Communal House on Hang Bac street. Phung Hung mural street hosts a goods fair, art programmes featuring traditional music, and dance activities as a way of welcoming in the Lunar New Year...

Before the game started, both teams spent a moment of silence in memory of Brazilian football legend Pele, who passed away last week. Vietnam looked poised for the last four with an early goal just eight minutes into the game. Nguyen Van Quyet conjured up a brilliant assist for Pham Tuan Hai to tap in, but before Hai could touch the ball, Zin Lwin scored an own goal. Vietnam’s goalkeeper Dang Van Lam and defense line almost brought the match back to the start by making grave mistakes in just a few minutes with wrong positioning and careless passes. However, the Myanmar players failed to convert those chances. The hosts doubled the lead in the 27th minute when Myanmar keeper Tun Nanda Oo could not catch the ball cleanly from Doan Van Hau’s cross, leaving Nguyen Tien Linh with an easy job. A Myanmar player makes a header in their last group-stage game against Vietnam at the 2022 AFF Cup in Hanoi, January 3, 2023. Photo: Hoang Tung / Tuoi Tre Vietnam made two ...

Ban Gioc Waterfall The golden color of the ripe rice fields and the clear blue color of the Quay Son river blend with the white waterfall of Ban Gioc creating an exotic picturesque landscape that cannot be found anywhere else. On sunny days, if people visit the waterfall early in the morning, they will get to see the rainbow right above the waterfall. Photo: Travel.vn The harmonious combination of morning dew and dawn light embellished by vegetation and green moss at the base of this waterfall has inspired countless artists, photographers, and travelers. Considered the fourth largest and most beautiful waterfall in the world among waterfalls located on national borders, Ban Gioc waterfall is the center of Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark. The waterfall flows down into the Quay Son river. This river has a charming turquoise color. Visitors can take a boat upstream of the Quai Son River to the foot of the main waterfall to enjoy its majesty while listening to the sound of ...