In Đồng Nai, a Rustic Abode Emerges Under the Canopies of Cashew Trees
A clear directive was issued before construction of the home: all 26 cashew trees occupying the 100-square-meter plot must be preserved.
Meet Tâm, a Crossing ‘Guardian’ Protecting Saigon Traffic and Trains From Each Other
In a small kiosk overlooking the crowded Nguyễn Trọng Tuyển Street in Phú Nhuận, Nguyễn Thị Tâm routinely checks the clock and reviews the day’s train schedule meticulously. She’s repeated these tasks countless times, a crucial component of a job that she’s done for two decades as a train crossing attendant.
Learning to Coexist in Peace Is the First Step to Protect Vietnam's Last Remaining Elephants
A trail of enormous footprints, criss-crossing slabs of cracked concrete, lead to a battered ranger station in Vietnam’s Pù Mát National Park. Park staff say the wild Asian elephant that left the tracks is as friendly as it is lonely.
A Glimpse Into the Epic Underground Shows of Vietnam Pro Wrestling
Back in 2018, Saigon witnessed the birth of Vietnam Pro Wrestling (VPW), the first and only Pro Wrestlers in the whole of ...
HCMC Approves VinSpeed, VinGroup's Railway Arm, to Build Metro Line to Cần Giờ
A roughly 50-kilometer-long urban railway route will run from September 23 Park in downtown Saigon to VinGroup's Green Paradise project in Cần Giờ, beginning in 2028 at an estimated cost of VND102.43 trillion (nearly US$3.9 billion).
Diving (Literally) Into Hoàng Hoa Thám's Mountains of Secondhand Clothes
In a hẻm, clothing sprawled out on platforms lined with the plastic sacks the clothing came in, overspilling onto the ta...
Paul Christiansen in Natural Selection
Đà Lạt’s Indigenous Pine Trees, Tropical Miracles Threatened by Urbanization
“The shimmering pine trees stand in silence / Branches and leaves seem to have sunk silently. / How can one distinguish between reality and fantasy!”
Saigon Unveils Plan to Build 2 Pedestrian Bridges Over Tôn Đức Thắng Street
Tourists will soon lose one of their favorite “crossing Saigon streets is so crazy!” filming locations when two new pedestrian bridges connecting to Bạch Đằng Wharf are completed.
[Photos] Local Architects Weave Functional Design Element Through Saigon Tube House
Sometimes all it takes to spruce up a home is just one design element.
Facebook Is Vietnam's Favorite Way to Shop: Surveys
While Vietnam’s goal of becoming a cashless society by 2020 seems like a lofty one to say the least, some Vietnamese are well on their way toward embracing technology for shopping, according to three ...
[Photos] Verdant Waterfalls Grace Facade of Vo Trong Nghia Hoi An Hotel
Located in Hoi An’s Old Town, the Atlas Hotel Hoian is the latest hospitality project from Vietnam’s notable firm Vo Trong Nghia Architects.
Taiwan Ranks 1st, Vietnam Moves Up 4 Spots in Expat Quality of Life Survey
It’s no secret that Saigoneer has been crushing on Taiwan for quite a while, from its futuristic tech parks to sprawling fish markets. Our love for the island nation was affirmed by a recent survey th...
[Photos] A Rare Sight of Saigon's Serene Side
Loving Saigon is not difficult: the city is home to some of the country’s most amazing people, culinary creations and rich history. However, because the southern metropolis is such a welcoming place, ...
Hanoi Breaks Ground on New 6-Star Four Seasons Hotel
On January 7, Intimex Vietnam commenced the construction of the Four Seasons Hotel, a six-star accommodation overlooking Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake.
Dana Filek-Gibson in Environment
Southeast Asia's Air Pollution Deaths Could Triple by 2030
A new Harvard-backed report is predicting the future of Southeast Asia’s air quality, and it does not look good.
[Photos] Hanoi Salon’s Architecture Appeals to All the Senses
Though residential dwellings seem to be the most common subject of Vietnam’s modern architecture efforts, H&P Architects was recently tasked with renovating a run-down hairdressing salon in Hanoi’s Va...
[Video] Vietnamese Workers Take Center Stage in Japan Government Video
The lives and work of Vietnamese health professionals in Japan were recently highlighted in a video feature from the Japanese government.
Saigon-Phnom Penh Expressway Project Moves Forward
Plans to build a Phnom Penh-Saigon expressway are moving forward.
[Photos] Check Out Saigon's Snazzy New Children's Hospital
A brand-new children's hospital in Saigon’s Binh Chanh District opened its doors on January 16.
Vietnamese Students Face Exploitation When Working Abroad
In recent years, study abroad has become a popular option among young Vietnamese, however life in foreign countries isn’t necessarily all it's cracked up to be.
[Photos] Half Roof House: A Marriage Between Old Design and New
A team of Saigon-based architects seeks to attain a harmonious balance between traditional Vietnamese aesthetics and modern design elements in their latest creation, the Half Roof House.
Long Thanh Airport Likely to Be Shaped Like a Lotus
While the traffic nightmare at Tan Son Nhat International Airport continues to wreak havoc on Saigoneers’ travel plans, the design of Long Thanh International Airport is currently being finalized...
Father of Vietnamese Environmentalism Passes Away at 87
Vo Quy, considered the father of environmental conservation in Vietnam, has died at age 87.
Vietnamese Parents Should Decide How Many Children to Have: Health Ministry
Future parents in Vietnam may be able to decide how many children they have, as health officials are currently in the process of revising the country’s loosely enforced two-child policy.
[Photos] Ha Tinh Terraces House Is the Perfect Blend of Agriculture and Architecture
If you've got a green thumb, Ha Tinh’s Terraces Home is right up your alley: the abode integrates residential and gardening spaces to create a bright, well-designed and sustainable living space.
Hanoi Government Starts Providing Daily AQI Readings
For the first time, Hanoi's city government has begun offering daily readings of the capital's Air Quality Index (AQI).
Vietnam’s Young, Up-and-Coming Football Teams Aim for the World Stage
As Vietnam’s U-20 team packs its bags for Germany to prepare for May’s FIFA U-20 World Cup, the future looks bright for the country’s football fans.
Vietnam’s Skilled Workers Are Moving Overseas for Better Opportunities: Report
While Vietnam’s skilled workers are heading overseas to find work, foreign experts have found Vietnam a good location for career development.
