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We have all attended a wedding at some point in our lives. The celebration of a union between two individuals is a special moment, celebrated in various locations such as churches, venues, and gardens all around the world. In Vietnam, weddings follow a similar structure, but there is something unique and enchanting about countryside weddings. Unlike other countries, Vietnamese weddings are often divided into several sections and can span over weeks or even months. The legal aspects of a wedding must be completed at a government office in the hometown of one of the partners. In the case of a wedding between a foreigner and a Vietnamese person in Vietnam, the paperwork is done in the hometown of the Vietnamese partner. However, if both individuals are Vietnamese, one of them must obtain a single certificate from their hometown and bring it to the hometown of the other partner to complete the marriage paperwork. This process can take weeks or months to complete and is often done well be...

The park was opened to the public last Saturday, just in time for the Christmas and New Year holidays. A beautiful field of sunflowers at Saigon River Park in Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City has become a popular attraction for both residents and tourists. Photo: Phuong Quyen / Tuoi Tre The park, which is located in Thu Duc City, offers an expansive field of blooming sunflowers and various miniature displays, making it a charming destination for visitors. According to a reporter from the Youth newspaper, a large number of residents and travelers flocked to the park on Saturday afternoon and evening to enjoy the festive atmosphere and admire the city’s beauty at this new venue. Visitors taking photos at Saigon River Park in Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, on December 30, 2023. Photo: Phuong Quyen / Tuoi Tre Bao Tran, a 20-year-old visitor from Dong Nai Province, and her friends traveled for over an hour to reach the park. “I had seen many review videos of thi...

During the final month of the year, Vietnam offers a wide range of experiences that captivate travelers, according to the article. In the northern region, as winter sets in, destinations like Hanoi and Sa Pa become even more enchanting with their cool temperatures and misty landscapes. On the other hand, the southern region, including Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta, enjoys pleasant warmth and abundant sunshine. Whether it’s exploring the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An and its ancient temples or cruising through the breathtaking Ha Long Bay, Vietnam’s diverse scenery never fails to impress. For the adventurous souls, trekking through lush terraced rice fields in the highlands or embarking on thrilling motorbike rides along winding coastal roads are highly recommended. In December, the festive atmosphere adds a special charm with colorful celebrations taking place during Christmas and the upcoming lunar New Year holiday. Affordable Luxury Travel suggests that visitors to Vietna...

Nachi’s work has stood out among 587 other artists from around the world, even though it’s just a one-shot comic. Inspired by her passion for astronomy, the story revolves around the daily lives of celestial bodies such as the Sun, Earth, Moon, Venus, Saturn, and Jupiter. These celestial bodies work together to protect and sustain life on Earth. “I enjoy learning about astronomy, but I’m not very good at math, so my dream of working for NASA is nearly impossible. That’s why I try to tell stories about this topic from my own perspective and imagination,” she said. Through meticulous illustrations and giving planets and stars human-like qualities, Nachi hopes to bring astronomy closer to people in a simpler way. The series will consist of three chapters, with the first one set to be released next year. “I didn’t expect much from my work, so I am extremely happy and honored to have received this award,” she told Tuoi Tre newspaper. The Japan International Manga Award, established in ...

They also provide health checkups and free medicine for nearly 600 residents across 29 border communes of the four districts of Nam Po, Muong Nhe, Dien Bien, and Muong Cha. The soldiers also offer free-of-charge haircuts to disabled children. A zero-dong mini-supermarket offering essential items for daily use is open to support the poor. These activities are expected to help needy people enjoy a jubilant Lunar New Year festival that falls in two weeks’ time. Besides protecting the airspace, land border, and islands of the country, the soldiers are tasked with providing assistance to local people. Alongside charitable activities, the border forces continue to work closely with other local forces to prevent illegal cross-border immigration, thereby contributing to maintaining security for locals to enjoy the biggest festival of the year. The post Border troops support needy peo...

The High Command of the Vietnam Coast Guard Region 1 presents a haul of 165 gifts to policy beneficiary families, poor households, and good students of Bach Long Vi island district. Bringing festive presents to soldiers is an annual activity showing the sentiments and care the Party, State, army, navy, and citizens of the country extend to the nation’s armed forces garrisoned at sea and on the islands. Local children excitedly hold art performances to celebrate Tet. A zero VND market is also organised as part of efforts to assist local residents during the Tet holiday. The market helps local people to buy free necessities, meeting their demands during Tet. Soldiers on the island organise a contest to make Banh Chung, square sticky rice cake, in preparation for the country’s biggest festival. Besides taking on duty on the island, soldiers there also engage in gardening, to ensure safe vegetables for Tet dishes.  ...

Themed ‘Da Lat – The City of Four Seasons of Flowers,’ the biennial cultural-tourism festival, which usually lasts for only a few days on each edition since its introduction in 2003, was originally scheduled for 2021, but was pushed back because of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Returning on a larger scale of two months, it began on November 11, while the official opening ceremony was just held on Sunday night, which featured performances from many famed Vietnamese singers and some 400 artists from Lam Dong and from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Artists perform at the opening ceremony of the Da Lat Flower Festival 2022 in Da Lat City, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam, December 18, 2022. Photo: M.V. / Tuoi Tre The event aims to honor flowers and floriculture in Da Lat, promote tourism and trade, and call for greater domestic and international cooperation and investment into the famous hilly resort city.  It is also expected to continue to promote the brand of Da Lat as the co...