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The Hanoi Lotus Festival 2024 is a highly anticipated event, marking the first of its kind, to be held from July 12 to 16 at the Tay Ho Cultural and Creative Space in Hanoi, Vietnam. With a focus on celebrating the beauty and significance of the lotus plant, the festival promises a range of unique and captivating activities. One of the main attractions will be the opportunity to explore and experience the famous Tay Ho lotus ponds up close. The preparation of traditional Tay Ho lotus tea, a craft unique to Hanoi. Photo: Ngoc Tu/The Hanoi Times Chu Duc Trong, a local farmer, shared that despite the unusually hot sun this year, he and other pond owners are working diligently to ensure a vibrant and lush lotus garden during the festival. Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the beauty of the lotuses, take photographs, and participate in a variety of exciting activities. Decorative objects will also be placed around the ponds to enhance the photo opportunities fo

The organizing board hosted a press conference on June 27, unveiling an exciting lineup for the opening ceremony. Prepare for a thrilling showcase of artistic talent, featuring performances by Salty Crew, The Funky Monkeys, and composer Another Nguyen, with comedic interludes by Mai My. The cultural event continues with the Saigon Soul Revival Band from Ho Chi Minh City, taking the audience on a musical journey. Guests are in for a treat with a delicious spread of Vietnamese cuisine and an engaging talk show, “Tracks & Talk.” The talk show will feature NASHI44, a multifaceted artist of Vietnamese origin, who is a singer, rapper, and composer. The festival also includes a special film screening of award-winning short films and a new series from the renowned German public broadcaster, ARD. This diverse program is organized by the Berlin capital administration and the Lichtenberg district, promising an unforgettable cultural experience. You may also like Free Film Week to

The Ho Chi Minh City Youth Union’s summer volunteer campaign in Laos included a special activity: transforming classrooms and building a playground for students in Attapeu Province. Truong Tan Nghiep, who led the group of volunteers, shared the significance of their efforts: “The renovated classrooms and new playground are our gifts to the students of Laos. We wanted to provide a spacious and enjoyable environment for them to play and learn.” The volunteers’ impact extended beyond the physical improvements. Nguyen Manh Cuong, a representative of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee’s Commission for Mass Mobilization, presented backpacks to Laotian students, further enhancing their educational experience. A heartwarming moment: A student at Kilomet Elementary School No. 3 in Attapeu, Laos, expresses gratitude by placing a wreath on Nguyen Manh Cuong’s neck. Photo: Dieu Qui / Tuoi Tre Truong Tan Nghiep, a dedicated volunteer leader, delivers a speech at the ceremony, e

Colombia have secured their spot in the quarter-finals, leading Group D with six points from their first two games. Brazil sits comfortably in second place with four points. Costa Rica and Paraguay bring up the rear, with one and zero points respectively. Paraguay’s hopes of advancing have been dashed after consecutive losses. The match sprung to life from the first whistle, with Vinicius’ pace and trickery causing havoc for Paraguay down the left flank. This was a marked improvement from his lackluster performance in Brazil’s goalless draw against Costa Rica, where he struggled to make an impact. Brazil dominated the early exchanges, but it was Paraguay who came closest to opening the scoring in the 15th minute. Damian Bobadilla’s effort took a wicked deflection off Eder Militao, forcing a quick reaction save from Alisson Becker to keep the scores level. The game took a turn in Brazil’s favor when they were awarded a penalty for a handball in the 28th minute. However, Lucas Paquet

Exploring Hanoi is an enchanting experience, and there are many ways to discover the city’s allure. Whether by cyclo, electric car, double-decker bus, or self-drive hire car, each mode of transportation offers a unique perspective. However, the best way to truly immerse yourself in the charm of the city is on foot. Walking tours in Hanoi provide a relaxing and meditative experience, allowing visitors to wander through the medieval streets and absorb the peaceful atmosphere. One can almost imagine themselves transported back in time as they stroll through the capital. Visitors to Hanoi are often captivated by the simple pleasures and beauty of the city, such as a chilly morning on Phan Dinh Phung Street, where golden rays of sunlight dance through the leafy canopy. Photo: Chuyen Cua Ha Noi Group A Snack Lover’s Paradise For both domestic and international travelers, Hoan Kiem Lake, also known as Sword Lake, is a must-visit destination. It is an iconic location boasting

Nghia Phat Market holds a special place in the couple’s heart. Chan spent his childhood near the wet market, and Hang often visited to buy fresh seafood and vegetables. In just 30 minutes, they navigated the market’s alleyways, capturing their love against a backdrop of Vietnamese tradition and southern culture. A joyful bride and groom share a smile during their pre-wedding photo shoot at Nghia Phat Market, Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: TaMo studio The vendors enthusiastically supported the photo shoot, going out of their way to ensure the couple had a perfect experience. Hang wanted these pre-wedding photos to capture not only their love but also to evoke memories of a time when visiting the local wet market with mothers and grandmothers was a daily excitement – a tradition fading due to the rise of e-commerce. “We want our future children to see these photos and understand the beauty of a simple life,” she said. Hang To and Chun Chan, both dancers, first met at an event

Colombia sits atop their group with an impressive six points from their first two games, leading Costa Rica and Brazil, who have one point each. Paraguay brings up the rear with zero points and will face Brazil later today. ‘Los Cafeteros’ are on a remarkable run of form, having secured ten consecutive victories and an unbeaten streak of 25 matches. With their sights set on their first Copa America title since 2001, they look unstoppable. Nestor Lorenzo’s squad could potentially secure their top spot in the group if Brazil and Paraguay draw later today, which would spare them from a likely quarter-final clash with Uruguay. Even if that doesn’t happen, a draw in their final group game against Brazil on Tuesday will likely be enough to see them through. Costa Rica, despite their loss, still has a chance with one point. However, they need to win their last match against Paraguay and hope for favorable results in other games. Colombia dominated from the start and took the lead in the