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Quang Phu Cau Incense Village in Hanoi: A Living Craft and Cultural Experience

Last update Feb 5, 2026 in Hanoi City - Capital
Quang Phu Cau Incense Village in Hanoi: A Living Craft and Cultural Experience
Hidden away from Hanoi’s crowded streets, Quang Phu Cau Incense Village offers travellers a rare chance to experience a living craft tradition preserved for generations. More than just a visually striking destination, the village is a place where everyday life continues to revolve around incense-making, a craft closely linked to Vietnamese spirituality, ancestral worship, and family traditions.
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Bac Son Valley in the Rice Harvest Season: A Picture-Perfect Escape in Lang Son

Last update Feb 4, 2026 in North of Vietnam
Bac Son Valley in the Rice Harvest Season: A Picture-Perfect Escape in Lang Son
There are places in Vietnam that impress you instantly, not because they are loud or famous, but because they feel calm and timeless. Bac Son Valley rice harvest season is exactly like that. When autumn arrives in Lang Son, the valley transforms into a soft golden landscape where rice fields glow under the sunlight, villages rest quietly between the paddies, and limestone mountains rise like natural walls around the horizon.
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Best Places to Watch Sunrise in Hoi An (2026): Peaceful Morning Spots You’ll Love

Last update Feb 4, 2026 in Hoi An & My Son
Best Places to Watch Sunrise in Hoi An (2026): Peaceful Morning Spots You’ll Love
If you’re searching for the best places to watch sunrise in Hoi An, you’re in for a truly peaceful start to the day. A sunrise in Hoi An feels soft, slow, and surprisingly emotional, especially when the streets are quiet and the sky begins to glow above rivers, beaches, and green villages.
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Everything you need to know about Hoi An weather for a perfect trip

Last update Feb 3, 2026 in Hoi An & My Son
Everything you need to know about Hoi An weather for a perfect trip
Hoi An is one of the most charming destinations in Vietnam, famous for its lantern streets, yellow walls, peaceful rivers, and relaxing beaches nearby. But to truly enjoy it, understanding Hoi An weather is important. The climate changes clearly by season, and each month creates a different travel experience.
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Com (Green Rice Flakes): What It Is & Where to Try It in Hanoi

Last update Feb 2, 2026 in Gastronomy
Com (Green Rice Flakes): What It Is & Where to Try It in Hanoi
If every city had a signature scent, Hanoi’s would undoubtedly be the subtle, milky fragrance of Com (green rice flakes). Often associated with the romantic breezes of autumn, this “green gem” has evolved into a year-round culinary icon, deeply woven into the daily life and spiritual traditions of Vietnam’s thousand-year-old capital.
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Vietnam Temple Etiquette: A Guide to Respectful and Comfortable Travel

Last update Feb 1, 2026 in Cultures and history
Vietnam Temple Etiquette: A Guide to Respectful and Comfortable Travel
Vietnam is a land of timeless traditions and breathtaking spiritual sites. As Buddhism is the primary religion, you will find stunning pagodas across every region. For international travelers, mastering Vietnam Temple Etiquette is the key to a meaningful and respectful journey.
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Cycling in Tam Coc A Scenic Bike Ride in Ninh Binh

Last update Jan 29, 2026 in Ninh Binh "the Halong Bay on land"
Cycling in Tam Coc A Scenic Bike Ride in Ninh Binh
Cycling in Tam Coc is one of the best things to do in Ninh Binh. In fact, cycling in Tam Coc is also one of the most scenic ways to experience Vietnam’s countryside. Between towering limestone mountains, you will find flat valleys, quiet village roads, and beautiful rice fields stretching into the distance.
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Vietnam Travel in March 2026: 3 Best Places to Visit & Unique Seasonal Experiences

Last update Jan 29, 2026 in Destinations
Vietnam Travel in March 2026: 3 Best Places to Visit & Unique Seasonal Experiences
Your Vietnam travel in March offers far more than just beautiful weather. This is a season of rebirth, calm seas, and blooming highlands. It is a perfect time to fall in love with Vietnam all over again.
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Why Choose Mai Chau and Pu Luong Over Sapa in March and April?

Last update Jan 28, 2026 in Pu Luong - Thanh Hoa
Why Choose Mai Chau and Pu Luong Over Sapa in March and April?
While Sapa is often the first name that comes to mind when mentioning the rice terraces of Northern Vietnam, the reality in March and April is quite different. For travelers seeking authenticity and a peaceful pace of life away from the tourist crowds, Mai Chau and Pu Luong are the true hidden gems.
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