Ho Chi Minh City Pet Festival promotes animal love & care

30/08/2026
03:05

At the International Pet Festival in Ho Chi Minh City, dogs and cats are competing, socialising and taking centre stage. But beyond the fun, organisers say genuine affection must go hand in hand with responsible care and greater attention to animals still in need.

Traditional boat race takes over the Han River

Traditional boat race takes over the Han River

Culture 01:59

Traditional boat racing is returning to the Han River this morning as part of Danang's celebrations ahead of National Day. More than 300 rowers are competing across 19 boats in this year's event.

Ho Chi Minh City Pet Festival promotes animal love & care

Ho Chi Minh City Pet Festival promotes animal love & care

Culture 03:05

At the International Pet Festival in Ho Chi Minh City, dogs and cats are competing, socialising and taking centre stage. But beyond the fun, organisers say genuine affection must go hand in hand with responsible care and greater attention to animals still in need.

Delta tourism gears up for holiday

Delta tourism gears up for holiday

Culture 02:20

Across the Mekong Delta, localities are stepping up preparations by refreshing products, adding experiences, and improving service quality. The aim is to make destinations more appealing and to keep visitors staying longer during the five-day National Day holiday.

Danang's Dragon Bridge fires up for National Day

Danang's Dragon Bridge fires up for National Day

Culture 01:38

Dragon Bridge in Danang is putting on its iconic fire and water show every night from 28 August to 2 September, giving visitors six nights of holiday entertainment. Each performance starts at 9 p.m., with the bridge breathing fire before spraying water over the Han River as the city gears up for one of its busiest holiday periods of the year.

International Cooperation Helps Conserve My Son Sanctuary

International Cooperation Helps Conserve My Son Sanctuary

Culture 02:59

My Son Sanctuary, which was recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1999, gets thousands of visitors each year. International cooperation has been key to bringing this centuries-old site back to life. Restoration projects involving Vietnamese and foreign experts have used advanced archaeological and conservation techniques to safeguard the distinctive architectural heritage of the Champa civilisation.

Fashion complexes: Ho Chi Minh City's tourism magnet

Fashion complexes: Ho Chi Minh City's tourism magnet

Culture 03:11

In Ho Chi Minh City, a bold fashion scene finds emerging local brands and legendary fashion houses thriving in unique shopping complexes. Beyond providing a diverse shopping experience, these shopping complexes have become sought-after destinations for travellers visiting the city. As fashion turns into a compelling reason to visit Ho Chi Minh City, shopping activities are helping stimulate consumer spending and boosting revenue for the city's tourism and service sectors.