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The inaugural Hanoi Fall Festival, with the captivating theme “Come to Fall in Love in 2023,” is scheduled to take place from September 29 to October 1. According to Deputy Director of Hanoi Promotion Agency Nguyen Thi Mai Anh, this is a unique opportunity to showcase the stunning beauty and rich cultural heritage of our city. Hanoi is renowned for its breathtaking scenery, historical landmarks, and esteemed heritage sites. We invite you to experience the allure and charm of our city firsthand. According to her, Autumn is the most enchanting season in Hanoi, offering ideal opportunities for tourists to explore renowned landmarks and savor the exquisite culinary offerings of the ancient capital, which has a history of over 1,000 years. Our website aims to highlight the exceptional traditional handicrafts and cultural heritage of the capital. We believe that these valuable crafts are an integral part of our nation’s identity, with distinctive characteristics that set us apart. Join us...

The conclusion of the event saw 35 contestants compete in the talent show, Ao Dai (Vietnamese traditional long dress), and evening gown competition. The top five featured contestants from Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam, with the chosen group entering the Q&A segment. The first and second runners-up spots went to Pham Thi Ngoc Thanh and Do Anh Sa of Vietnam. Other Southeast Asian contestants from Laos, the Philippines, and Myanmar won sub-titles, including Miss Media, Miss Fashion, and Miss Sports. This year marks the first edition of the pageant, which is being organised by the Da Nang administration in collaboration with the Da Nang Union of Friendship Organisations and embassies of numerous Southeast Asian countries. The purpose of the contest is to consolidate solidarity and friendship among member states throughout Southeast Asia, as well as encouraging female businesswomen to contribute to the socio-economic development of the region as a whole. Launched six months ago,...

In Vietnam, young people enthusiastically celebrate the day and often give special gifts to their lovers to mark the occasion. A wide range of attractive and beautiful gifts have been available for purchase ever since late January. Each unique box of gifts costs around VND1.8 million to VND3.7 million, including roses, chocolate, and fruit imported from abroad. The rose represents a traditional Valentine’s Day gift, whilst flower prices have seen a twofold increase compared to normal days. Flowers are priced at between VND500,000 to VND1.3 million per bouquet. Flowers go on sale on Nguyen Chi Thanh, Tran Duy Hung, and Le Van Luong streets. The prices of wax roses hovers at around VND100,000 to VND500,000 per bouquet. The main gifts include decorated chocolate put in a glass bottle or a paper box selling for between VND350,000 and VND500,000. Balloons in different shapes are worth VND80,000 to VND2...

The flower market is busy with both sellers and buyers heading to the site several nights before Valentine’s Day. The market is at its most overcrowded and noisiest from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. Huyen, a seller at Quang An market, says the wholesale flowers on the occasion of Valentine’s Day are twice as expensive compared to normal days. A single rose is sold at about VND6,000, a bunch of 30 Da Lat roses costs VND150,000, and a bunch of 50 Moc Chau roses is worth around VND250,000 to VND350,000. Mini pots of cactus prove to be among the top items among young people this year. Quang Ba night flower market usually opens at 8 p.m. and closes at dawn the next day. Many young people come to the market not only to buy flowers, but also to admire these wonderful tiny creations, relax, and take beautiful photos. Roses are the most sold item on this occasion. These flowers are said to be brought from gardeners in neighbouring areas such as...