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Sparkling Hanoi welcomes Xmas 2020

The Christmas atmosphere has filled Hanoi streets with Xmas colours illuminating every corner of the capital city.

Retired teacher in HCM City produces festive items from eggshells

70-year-old Nguyen Thanh Tam of Go Vap District in HCM City has created his own collection entirely made from eggshells, including a range of decorative items for Christmas which impresses visitors due to their lively and eye-catching nature.

Hanoi churches prepare for Christmas celebration

Churches in Hanoi have been colourfully decorated to celebrate Christmas.

How are HCM City locals celebrating the holiday this year?

Restriction on social contacts might have changed how HCM City locals are approaching this year's festive season, but the “holiday spirit” has remained about the same.

Southern dioceses well decorated ahead of Christmas Eve

Visiting HCM City this time of the year, churches and dioceses are seen being well decorated to celebrate Christmas 2020, offering travelers an exciting opportunity to enjoy the festivities.

Local people tighten their belts ahead of Christmas 2021

This year’s buildup to Christmas is seeing Vietnamese people tighten their belts and spend less on gifts, as many are struggling financially due to their incomes being hard hit by the COVID-19 impact.

Close-up of "giant" Christmas trees in Hanoi

The 15-meter-high Christmas tree at the St. Joseph's Cathedral is considered the biggest pine tree in Hanoi.

Hang Ma Street glows in Christmas spirit

There’s no better place to be for the build-up to Christmas in Hanoi than Hang Ma Street where most decorations are sold.

Hanoi street sees upturn in Xmas buildup

With Christmas drawing near, Hang Ma Street in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter is starting to see an increase in trade, with a number of shops putting various different types of decorations on display.

Early Christmas atmosphere on Hanoi streets

These days, it is easy to see the Christmas atmosphere on lots of streets in Hanoi.

Joyful Christmas atmosphere in Vietnam

Christmas season has arrived, and the festive atmosphere can be felt everywhere.

Saigonese enjoy vibrant Christmas atmosphere

Churches and commercial centers across HCMC are being packed with people coming to take photos and celebrate the vibrant atmosphere of Christmas.

Christmas brings joy to shoppers, retailers alike

Christmas they say, is a time for giving. But for many businesses around the country, it is prime time to receive as well.

Cai luong troupes prepare to regale farmers during holiday season

Cai luong (reformed opera) troupes in the Cuu Long Mekong) River Delta region are rehearsing new shows that they hope will prove to be fun for farmers during the Christmas, New Year and Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday season.

Catholic parish in HCM City sparkles in buildup to Christmas

A Catholic parish located in District 8 of Ho Chi Minh City is renowned for its colourful decorations each Christmas.

Learn sign language with silent tour

Christmas is coming to town! More than 20 young people celebrated an early Christmas by attending a sign language class themed ‘Silent tour’ in a cozy café in Hanoi on Sunday night.

Christmas decorations adorn market

Christmas decorations on sale on many streets in Hanoi signal the biggest Christian celebration is nearing.

Vietnamese films among holiday season releases

Three Vietnamese films produced by HCM City filmmakers are ready for release during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Christmas atmosphere on Hang Ma Street

As Christmas nears, colourful decorations have already been sold at various shops and stores along Hang Ma Street in Hanoi.

Vietnam enjoys growing trade surplus of over US$6.8 billion

Vietnam recorded a trade surplus of over US$6.8 billion between the beginning of the year and October 15 with total import-export turnover reaching over US$403 billion, according to statistics released by the General Department of Vietnam Customs.