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The Pig Procession is held to honor General Tam Lang, who lived during the 18th Hung King period and fought for peace in Vietnam. He is worshipped as a village deity. Whenever the village faced an enemy, they would prepare a feast of steamed sticky rice and pork to offer to General Tam Lang and his troops before their battles. The festival usually takes place at 6pm. The offerings for the procession include a pig, steamed sticky rice, and flowers and fruits displayed on separate palanquins. The pig, which weighs between 120kg and 200kg, is raised throughout the year. The pig procession lasts for a total of two hours. The procession is led by a lion dance group and a trumpet team to the village’s communal house. The pig’s palanquin is carried by young men selected from the village. At midnight, the village elders begin a ritual that lasts until 2 a.m. the next day. After the ceremony, the pork is divided among the f...

Vietnamese cuisine is a unique blend of various spices and fresh ingredients. It is diverse, flavorful, exotic, and varies from region to region. Vietnamese cuisine is not just about the dishes and recipes, it also represents a rich cultural heritage. Similar to other Asian cuisines, Vietnamese cuisine focuses on the balance between yin and yang, which is believed to be beneficial for the body. When preparing Vietnamese dishes, cooks combine yin-cool ingredients with yang-hot ones to achieve a harmonious balance. A dish with cooling properties is typically served with hot spices, and vice versa. Unlike Western cuisine, which often relies heavily on meat, or Chinese dishes that can be greasy, Vietnamese cuisine is characterized by its low-fat content. The dishes are primarily boiled, steamed, stewed, or braised to preserve the nutrients of the ingredients. Vegetables and herbs are commonly used to enhance the flavors and nutritional value. Vietnamese cuisine is considered one of t...

Businessfinancing.co.uk is a business finance and lending research and information website publisher, allowing small businesses to find independent information about business banking, lending, and credit options in the UK. In a recent global survey report released by businessfinancing.co.uk, 14 of the 20 best international airports for business travelers are in Asia and the Middle East. With an average rating of 6.80/10, Noi Bai International Airport was voted the best Asian airport in the world. With a score of 6.63/10, Changi Airport (Singapore) ranked second and Hong Kong International Airport (China) ranked third, reaching 6.48 points. Noi Bai International Airport Ranks World’s Best Airport for Business Travelers Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi won first place for many reasons like countless amazing facilities, especially the sky view building with observatory and suitable facilities for aviation enthusiasts. “The terminals are extremely clean and the airp...

The event was a response to the “Proud of the Mountains and Rivers” campaign initiated by the Central Youth Union, aimed at promoting patriotism and raising awareness of national and ethnic sovereignty. As part of the campaign, young people in Vietnam displayed maps of the country in their study, work, and public spaces. During the ceremony, Ngo Trinh Ha, the Vietnamese Consul General in Osaka, highlighted the growing strength of the Vietnamese community in Japan, which currently consists of over 530,000 individuals. The opening ceremony of the event. Through these meaningful activities, Consul General Ngo Trinh Ha hopes to deepen the understanding and support of the Japanese community towards Vietnam’s territorial sovereignty. “We hope that our Japanese friends will join us in spreading the word,” she expressed. Le Thuong, Chairwoman of the Vietnamese Association in Kansai, emphasized the Vietnam map as a symbol of national sovereignty and Vietnamese pride. Pres...

Da Nang city is becoming a popular choice for numerous billionaire families from India to host their extravagant weddings. According to VnEconome, the central city of Da Nang is expecting to hold six Indian weddings in the first two months of 2024. In an effort to promote wedding tourism services in the 2024-2025 period, Da Nang’s tourism sector has unveiled its official motto “Da Nang – Where happiness begins”. Recognizing the potential of wedding tourism services in the near future, a recent seminar on developing wedding tourism services in the city has emphasized the significance of this market in Da Nang. An Indian wedding held at Furama Resort in Da Nang city. Photo: NDO Between January 19 to 21, the Sheraton Grand Da Nang Resort hosted a lavish wedding party for an Indian billionaire couple. The party owner spent approximately $500,000, covering more than 250 rooms over 3 days, with nearly 500 guests, service staff, and transporting over 1 ton of materials, costum...

South-central Vietnam encompasses the coastal region from Quang Ngai in the north to Phan Thiet in the south, following Highway One along the coast. Although the provinces in this part of Vietnam hold special historical importance, both in ancient times as part of the Champa Kingdom and in more recent times as a significant player in the Vietnam War, for most casual visitors, the main attraction is the beaches. Ke Ga Lighthouse Ke Ga Lighthouse stands on a rocky islet off the coast of Ke Ga, surrounded by the vast expanse of the South China Sea. Its prime location offers stunning views of the coastline and the shimmering waters that stretch as far as the eye can see. Constructed in 1897 by French architect Snavat, Ke Ga Lighthouse stands tall at a height of 65 meters above sea level. It features a remarkable 35-meter granite lamp tower, serving as a vital navigational aid for controlling sea traffic in the surrounding area. Ke Ga Lighthouse stands on a rocky islet off th...

The Yin Yang Market is a unique event that takes place once a year in O Village, now known as the Xuan O neighborhood in Vo Cuong Ward, Bac Ninh City. The market opens in the late afternoon of the fourth day of the lunar year and ends early the next morning. Legend has it that the market was a place where deceased individuals would meet their living friends and relatives. Photo: Giaoducthoidai According to Nguyen Xuan Hung, the head of the Xuan O neighborhood, the market was a place where living people would connect with the afterlife. They would burn incense, votive paper, candles, or oil lamps to establish a connection with their deceased loved ones. The Yin Yang Market has evolved into a cultural activity that is deeply rooted in the folk beliefs of the Kinh Bac people. As the night progresses, the market becomes less crowded, and attendees gather to share water and pieces of betel while listening to local Bac Ninh love songs, known as Quan Ho Bac Ninh. The mai...