That was the announcement from the People’s Committee of Thua Thien Hue Province regarding their plan for activities to celebrate the Party and the Lunar New Year 2025 (Year of the Snake).

On the afternoon of December 21st, Union of Literature and Arts Associations of Thua Thien Hue hosted a gathering of poetry clubs across the province at its headquarters.

From the historical roots of Thuận Hóa - Phú Xuân nearly 720 years ago, Hue has inherited a rich culinary elite resource, offering a competitive edge for the ancient capital tourism. Achieving the status of a centrally governed municipality brings new opportunities for Hue. Alongside its fresh and vibrant developments, Hue is increasingly recognized as a culinary city where quintessence converges.

Christmas is coming, and many coffee shops in the center of Hue City becomedazzling and sparkling, attracting a large number of visitors for celebrations and photo opportunities.

According to information from the People’s Committee of Hue City, the art program titled Hue Countdown - Happy New Year 2025 will take place from 8:30 pm on December 31, 2024, to 1:00 am on January 1, 2025 at the intersection of To Huu and Vo Nguyen Giap Streets in Hue City.

Held from December 13 to 15, the 19th National Cardiovascular Congress, with the theme “Cardiology in the New Era: The Path to the World,” is hosted by Thua Thien Hue. This event is not only an opportunity for scientists to share knowledge and experience but also a chance to update ontechnical advancements and new solutions to reduce the disease burden and improve the quality of life for the public.

On December 14, the 19th National Congress of Cardiology officially commenced, attracting 2,200 delegates and members from both domestic and international locations. With the theme “Cardiology in the New Era: A Pathway to the World,” the congress features numerous activities, and lasted until December 15.

Situated on the Vietnam-China border, Bản Giốc Waterfall is renowned as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Vietnam, being the largest natural waterfall in Southeast Asia and the fourth largest in the world among waterfalls located along international borders.

Taking place from November 26 to December 10, 2024, the 'Lotus Life' Exhibition showcases 50 selected pieces from 160 lotus-themed photographs captured over 7 years by the photographer Nguyễn Khoa Huy.

In a joy of a significant historical moment, as the goal of the entire political system and local people which is making Thua Thien Hue a centrally-governed municipality come true, Thua Thien Hue Newspaper would like to review and highlight through photos some key projects that mark the province’s development with a consistent and unified point of view: Building a centrally-governed municipality based on the preservation and promotion of the values of typical heritage, culture, and history of the Hue land.

Thua Thien Hue becoming a centrally-governed municipality is an important milestone that opens up many opportunities for investment promotion and attraction activities.

After three years of preservation and comprehensive restoration, the Thai Hoa Palace (located within Hue Imperial Citadel), the site of the coronation ceremonies for 13 emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty and the venue for the most important court rituals, was inaugurated on the occasion of Vietnam's Cultural Heritage Day on November 23rd.

After more than 20 years of waiting, the first restoration of an ancient rường house (beamed house) among 21 ones in Bao Vinh Ancient Town, Huong Vinh Ward, Hue City, began in early November 2024. The project aims to restore the house to its original Hue-style beam architecture, contributing to urban revitalization, and promoting tourism and services in Bao Vinh Ancient Town.

On the afternoon of November 25th, Vice Chairman of Thua Thien Hue Provincial People's Committee Phan Quy Phuong met and worked with the delegations of Ambassadors from New Zealand, Canada, Norway, and Switzerland to Vietnam.

Nearly 200 years after Emperor Minh Mang ordered their creation, with the successful casting of the Nine Dynastic Urns in 1837, the value of this national treasure has transcended national and historical boundaries, rightfully earning its place as a world heritage.

The tourism potential and resources in localities are abundant, and favorable for developing community tourism, and rural agricultural tourism, etc.

After more than 150 years of existence, many parts of this historical site have degraded significantly. The provincial People's Committee has allocated over 99 billion VND from the budget for the restoration and preservation of the site. The project will begin in April 2024 and is expected to be completed by October 2027.

The "Wild Sunflower Festival - Chư Đang Ya Volcano 2024" will take place from November 6th to 12th at the Ia Gri communal longhouse area, Chư Đang Ya Volcano region, Nghĩa Hưng commune, Chư Păh district, and at Biển Hồ area in Pleiku city, featuring various cultural events and exciting experiences.

The renowned American travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler has just announced the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Notably, Vietnam is honored to be ranked among the top 20 favorite countries by global travelers.