![Ho Chi Minh is a Symbol of Peace, Independence, Sovereignty, Social Progress](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/052024/20/13/d4505c5e45636f6b5f24791aa433640e.jpg?rt=20240520130718)
Ho Chi Minh is a Symbol of Peace, Independence, Sovereignty, Social Progress
On President Ho Chi Minh's 134th birthday anniversary (May 19, 1890 - May 19, 2024), the VietnamTimes interviewed Pallab Sengupta, President of the World Peace Council, about the value of Ho Chi Minh's legacy in today's world.
!['Floating' Lake Discovered in Quang Binh Province's Cave](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/052024/16/14/floating-lake-discovered-in-quang-binh-provinces-cave_1.jpg?rt=20240516142116)
'Floating' Lake Discovered in Quang Binh Province's Cave
The survey team of Junglee Boss Co., Ltd. (located in Phong Nha town, Bo Trach district, Quang Binh) has just discovered a mysterious lake in a sub-branch of Thung cave, part of the cave system in Hung Thoong.
![[Photos] Vietnamese Women: An Important Factor in the Dien Bien Phu Campaign](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/052024/03/16/6fe7fd16fc46ecd9b40f345fcd423dc8.jpg?rt=20240503165838)
[Photos] Vietnamese Women: An Important Factor in the Dien Bien Phu Campaign
On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu campaign (March 13-May 7, 1954), here is a closer look back at the women across the country contributing to its great victory.
![[Photo] Hanoian Foodies Say "I Love Sushi"](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/042024/23/14/croped/photo-sushi-exhibition-in-hanoi.jpg)
[Photo] Hanoian Foodies Say "I Love Sushi"
Japan's national dish - Sushi - is enjoyed across the globe. From April 12 to May 5 in Hanoi, the exhibition with the theme of “I Love Sushi” offers a unique learning experience about the history and culture of sushi, including sushi making class and workshop with a Japanese culinary expert, much to the delight of Hanoian foodies.
![Saxophonist Kenny G’s MV Popularizes Vietnam’s Tourism](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/minhchauvnt/012022/08/18/0135_listening-to-kenny-g-movie-review-2021_optimized.jpg?rt=20240420145206)
Saxophonist Kenny G’s MV Popularizes Vietnam’s Tourism
Famous saxophonist Kenny G performs in a special music video promoting Vietnamese tourism.
![900 Vietnamese, Japanese Yosakoi Dancers Perform in Hanoi](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/042024/14/20/900-vietnamese-japanese-yosakoi-dancers-performs-at-hanoi.jpg?rt=20240414202554)
900 Vietnamese, Japanese Yosakoi Dancers Perform in Hanoi
For the past few years, Yosakoi has widely developed in Vietnam. The Vietnamese Yosakoi teams also have their own dances with both Vietnamese traditional and modern music featuring Vietnamese culture.
![Fourth French Food Festival – Balade en France 2024 Held in Hanoi](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/042024/08/00/346cfad5515da0e45c5c08e93923294f.jpg?rt=20240408001926)
Fourth French Food Festival – Balade en France 2024 Held in Hanoi
The three-day French culinary festival – Balade en France boasted nearly 80 pavilions, about 50% more than the last year’s edition, offering famous French food and demonstrations by chiefs.
![[Photos] 10th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival - A Huge Success](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/042024/03/16/photos-10th-ho-chi-minh-city-ao-dai-a-huge-success.jpg?rt=20240403160523)
[Photos] 10th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival - A Huge Success
The 10th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival in 2024 has officially closed and left good impressions in the hearts of local people and tourists.
![The Rise of Viet Rock Musicians in Japan](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/nhungnlh/042024/01/21/croped/0401_copy_1.jpg)
The Rise of Viet Rock Musicians in Japan
KURROCK is a Tokyo-based rock band with 3 Vietnamese members and 2 Japanese members. More than three years since their debut in 2020, KURROCK's journey made its mark in the Japanese music industry with many special live performances and exciting original songs in Vietnamese and Japanese.
![[Photo] Indian Festival of Color in Hanoi](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/032024/18/15/croped/photo-indian-festival-of-color-in-hanoi_1.jpg)
[Photo] Indian Festival of Color in Hanoi
On March 17 in Hanoi, the Indian Business Chamber in Hanoi (INCHAM Hanoi) hosted "Rang Barse Holi 2024", which drew the attendance of about 300 locals and expats. This year marks the 19th "Rang Barse Holi" in Vietnam.
![Exhibition, Auction of 221 Vietnamese Artworks of 20th Century Holds in Hanoi](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/032024/12/14/exhibition-auction-of-221-vietnamese-art-works-of-20th-century-holds-in-hanoi.jpg?rt=20240312145924)
Exhibition, Auction of 221 Vietnamese Artworks of 20th Century Holds in Hanoi
Gathering more than 221 works, this is also the first auction of Le Auction House in 2024.
![Blossoming Hawthorns in Cheu Village of Son La](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/032024/07/10/7535b450025070c188f716513088a232.jpg?rt=20240307105607)
Blossoming Hawthorns in Cheu Village of Son La
Every year, in late February and early March, visitors flock to Bac Yen district, Son La province to witness the stunning white hawthorn flowers in Lang Cheu commune.
![Clipper Round World Yacht Race’s Sailing Teams Start 8th Leg](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/032024/05/13/clipper-round-world-yacht-races-sailing-teams-starting-8th-leg_1.jpg?rt=20240305133947)
Clipper Round World Yacht Race’s Sailing Teams Start 8th Leg
On the morning of March 2, the organizing committee of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race held a restart ceremony for the 2023-2024 season.
![Vietnamese Couple Models Ao Dai Across The Globe](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/022024/26/12/vietnamese-couple-brings-ao-dai-to-the-world_1.jpg?rt=20240226123119)
Vietnamese Couple Models Ao Dai Across The Globe
Vietnamese couple Tung and Quynh recently went viral on the Internet sharing gorgeous photos of them wearing Ao Dai and traveling around the world together.
![International Tourists Ask for Calligraphic Works at Temple of Literature](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/022024/19/12/intl-tourists-ask-for-calligraphic-works-at-temple-of-literature.jpg?rt=20240219121545)
International Tourists Ask for Calligraphic Works at Temple of Literature
Foreign tourists enjoy the custom of asking for the first word in spring at the beginning of the year at Hanoi’s Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam.
![H'mong Spring Festival Attracts Foreign Tourists](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/022024/19/12/7c85e953dcca62dd72a4fc2a013a7ac0.jpg?rt=20240219122449)
H'mong Spring Festival Attracts Foreign Tourists
Visiting Lao Cai during spring, many foreign tourists are excited to experience the unique culture of the H'Mong ethnic group.
![Mesmerizing Trang An Landscape Complex Impresses International Tourists](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/022024/19/02/explore-the-mesmerizing-trang-an-for-a-spring-journey_3.jpg?rt=20240219024111)
Mesmerizing Trang An Landscape Complex Impresses International Tourists
Trang An Landscape Complex, a stunning eco-tourism destination with breathtaking natural landscapes, rich history, and cultural significance, charms tourists with its gorgeous scenery in the spring season.
![A Beloved American Friend Sings The Song for Peace for Vietnam](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/minhphuongvnt/022024/17/15/croped/Vo_chong_ba_Merle_Ratner_hat_Giai_phong_mien_Nam1002_11.jpg)
A Beloved American Friend Sings The Song for Peace for Vietnam
"Liberate the South" (Giải phóng miền Nam) is a song that Merle Evelyn Ratner - peace-loving American and a close friend of Vietnam often sang in the streets to fight for a peaceful, unified Vietnam in the 60s of the last century.
![Best Photo Ops to Celebrate the Year of the Dragon in Vietnam](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/022024/09/02/check-in-at-the-famous-destinations-with-dragon-images-in-tet-holiday.jpg?rt=20240209020646)
Best Photo Ops to Celebrate the Year of the Dragon in Vietnam
Dragon Bridge (Da Nang), Thuy Tien Lake Water Park (Thua Thien Hue), and Linh Quang Pagoda are the best tourist destinations with dragon images that tourists can check in during the Tet Holiday.
![Vietnamese Ao Dai Fashion Week Held in Japan's Fukuoka](https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/stores/news_dataimages/2024/012024/20/19/vietnamese-ao-dai-fashion-week-held-in-japans-fukuoka.jpg?rt=20240120192728)
Vietnamese Ao Dai Fashion Week Held in Japan's Fukuoka
The organizing committee not only wishes to promote Vietnamese Ao Dai in Japan and many countries, but also to international tourists, the Vietnamese community in Japan, as well as around the world so they know Fukuoka - an attractive, friendly tourist destination and a city worth living in.