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Stir-fried Pho (noodles) is the most popular dish consumed at the market. The market provides a place for both local people and those from neighbouring localities to exchange a range of goods. The majority of the self-sufficient items on sale include handicrafts, vegetables, fruits, brocades, and poultry. Arriving at the market, visitors have the chance to explore the unique culture of the various ethnic groups that reside in mountainous areas in northern Vietnam. The post Unique upland market – a cultural rendezvous of ethnic people in northern Vietnam appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Vietnam inch closer to SEA Games’ football semifinals with win over Myanmar Tough football game against Myanmar awaits Vietnam at 31st SEA Games Where to go and what to do in Hanoi for locals and tourists? Vietnam leads SEA Games medal table with 31 golds Festival to promote culinary specialties of the Mekong Delta region Vi...

The ceremony starts at the village temple. There are two main palanquins, one called Song Loan for the goddess, and another called Long Dinh for the god. The porters carry these palanquins for a total of two km from the village to the Red River, where they take water before returning to the village. The Long Dinh palanquin is traditionally carried by single men. The Song Loan palanquin is carried by single women. Porters rotate the palanquins at the village’s temple. People believe that god and goddess will appear when the palanquins are rotated. A key aspect of the event is that porters must not let the palanquins touch the ground. Carrying palanquins to the Red River While walking, the porters must rotate the palanquins in every direction possible. Sometimes, it takes up to three hours to complete the walk to the river due to the unpredictable routes. ...

300,000 doses of vaccine from Australia to Vietnam arrived at Noi Bai airport on September 30, 2021. Photo: Australian Embassy in Vietnam Join Vietnam to fight the pandemic At the end of August 2021, when Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam struggled to cope with the pandemic, the Australian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City promptly handed over 403,000 doses of Covid-19 vaccine to the Vietnamese representative. Robyn Mudie, Australian Ambassador to Vietnam at the time, said: “We are united in the fight against Covid-19. Australia’s support for Vietnam’s national immunization program will help save lives and accelerate economic recovery. As partners and close friends, we will weather this crisis, becoming stronger and more determined to face the challenges of the future”. According to the commitment of the Australian government, in 2021 Canberra has supported 1.5 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine for Vietnam to fight the Covid-19 pandemic. In September 2021, 300,000 doses ...

Duong Quang Trung of Saigon Adventure Tours says around 300 tourists choose to travel by cyclos per month. (Photo: Saigon Adventure Tours) Water bus has become an increasingly popular choice of transport for tourists, Taking the service along the Saigon River enables tourists to enjoy the beauty and breathe fresh air. (Photo: Ngoc Anh) Jan, 24, from Canada says his homestay manager has introduced him to this type of tourism and he finds it interesting. (Photo: Ngoc Anh) Both locals and international visitors choose to discover the southern city’s culture by the water bus service. Visitors queue up at the ticket counter of Water Bus Saigon, with the ticket priced at VND15,000 each. (Photo: Nhu Quynh) Public bicycles are also a favourite mode of transport among tourists. They can easily find these bicycles in District 1 and each tourist can pay VND10,000 per hour for using this service. (Photo: Ngoc Anh) Nguyen Phi Long, 18, ...

Aside from scenery spots, tourists will be greatly impressed by many traditional dishes that can be sampled, such as Banh Xeo, a type of crispy Vietnamese pancake, Banh Can, mini pancakes, and seafood noodles. Hoi An in Quang Nam province is an attractive destination for both domestic and foreign travelers to visit, particularly due to its incredible culture. (Photo: Luu Huong) Visitors are able to enjoy a diverse range of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, and European culture, all of which are on show through the local cuisine and architecture. (Photo: PysTravel) Known to be one of the most beautiful bays in the world, Nha Trang Bay is considered to be a tourist paradise in Vietnam. Beaches and islands serve as ideal spots for visitors to enjoy during the New Year holiday to escape from the northern region’s cold weather. (Photo: VnTrip) The central coastal province of Phu Yen captures the hearts of travelers through its fabulous range of dest...