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| Vietnamese archer Do Thi Anh Nguyet |
According to the results, the Vietnamese side sent a total of six outstanding athletes, including Nguyen Thi Thanh Nhi, Do Thi Anh Nguyet, Hoang Thi Mai, Le Quoc Phong, Hoang Van Loc, and Nguyen Duy to attend the competition.
In women's individual event saw both Do Thi Anh Nguyet and Nguyen Thanh Nhi earn tickets to progress to the knockout round.
Meanwhile, in the women’s team event, the trio of Nguyen Thi Thanh Nhi, Hoang Thi Mai, and Do Thi Anh Nguyet won 6-0 against Poland. However, they were then defeated in the second round after losing 6-2 to China, ultimately ranking ninth in the event.
In the team compound event, the pair Do Thi Anh Nguyet and Nguyen Duy successfully made it through the qualifying round, but ultimately suffered failure in the knockout round after being defeated by Turkey, finishing 15th in the event.
Overall, the Vietnamese archery team couldn't bring home a medal and ranked 17th in the competition. The 2023 World Archery Championships brought together 529 archers from 81 countries and territories worldwide who competed in a variety of events for both recurve and compound bows. The occasion also served as an evaluation for allocating Olympic slots by the World Archery Federation.
The tournament is regarded as one of the essential specialised competitions for Vietnamese archers to showcase their professional skills and prepare for the upcoming ASIAD 19-2022.
Vietnamese culture and trade promoted in Osaka
The Asia-Japan Economic-Cultural Cooperation Center officially made its debut on August 6 in Osaka, Japan, with the ultimate aim of introducing Vietnamese specialties and cultural characteristics, as well as spreading the cultural values of Asian countries, reported the Voice of Vietnam.
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| Osaka City, Japan. (Source: Boutiquejapan) |
Upon addressing the opening ceremony, Ta Duc Minh, Vietnamese Trade Counselor in Japan, emphasised that Vietnam-Japan relations have witnessed fine developments over recent times, adding that the Vietnamese community has become the second largest one in Japan with about 500,000 people.
Minh expressed his belief that the Asia-Japan Economic-Cultural Cooperation Center will effectively promote its function as a place for cultural and economic exchanges, thereby introducing Vietnamese cultural characteristics and promoting local products in Japan.
For his part, Vu Hoang Duc, chairman of the Vietnamese Association in Gunma Prefecture, said that the Asian Economic-Cultural Cooperation Center - Japan will be an ideal place to introduce Vietnamese culture and display high-quality goods from both Vietnam and other Asian nations.
Furthermore, it also represents a prime venue for organising cultural and artistic events for the Vietnamese community in Japan, as well as being a place for investment promotion forums to link Vietnamese businesses to Asian countries.
The Asia-Japan Economic-Cultural Cooperation Center is located at the Osaka Cultural Building, a modern and unique architectural work that is widely considered to be a symbol of Osaka.
The building is located in the Tempozan port area, the centre of Osaka Bay in Minato district, which is regarded asa convenient location to launch a broad array of activities aimed at promoting Vietnamese culture, trade, tourism, and services in the East Asian nation.
Cuc Phuong National Park again wins at World Travel Award 2023
Cuc Phuong National Park, a famous tourist destination based in the northern province of Ninh Binh, has been named "Asia's Leading National Park" at the World Travel Award for the fifth consecutive year, reported the Voice of Vietnam.
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| Cuc Phuong National Park boasts about 2,000 plant species and 2,600 animal species. (Photo: Internet) |
The nation park is set to be honoured at the 30th World Travel Award (WTA) Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony which will be held on September 6 in Ho Chi Minh City.
Cuc Phuong represents the country’s first national park and is one of the country’s largest nature reserves. The diversity of its fauna and flora, the beauty of its nature, and its many cultural and historical features make the area an attractive destination for tourists to enjoy.
Covering an area spanning 22,200 hectares, Cuc Phuong National Park nestles against Tam Diep mountain. The park boasts about 2,000 plant species and 2,600 animal species, many of which are listed in the Red Book of Vietnam and the world. This is one of seven centres of great plant diversity in the nation.
The tourist destination typically welcomes over 10,000 visitors annually, with the majority of them foreigners.
The World Travel Award (WTA) was launched back in 1993 to acknowledge excellence within the travel and tourism industry.
Cuc Phuong National Park has been dubbed a must-visit place for nature lovers, with the site winning "Asia's Leading National Park" title in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
Travel+Leisure reveals best things to do in Da Nang and Hoi An
Travel+Leisure magazine has published on article sharing the best things to do when visiting the central city of Da Nang and Hoi An Ancient Town, reported the Voice of Vietnam.
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| Famous Dragon Bridge in the central city of Da Nang |
According to the magazine, if Hoi An is a picture postcard of an ancient Old Town full of laid-back charm, then neighbouring Da Nang is a mélange of traditional and contemporary vibes.
Travel+Leisure revealed that the best time to visit Da Nang is in the dry season from February to May, while the peak tourist season is typically from April to August.
Watching the famous Dragon Bridge spit fire is also one of the best things to do when visiting the central city.
“The colour-changing golden dragon is more of a totem, representing power and good fortune as it headlines one of the longest bridges in Da Nang spanning 666 metres across the Han River. Watch one of the most dazzling fire and light shows as the larger-than-life metallic dragon spits fire and water every Saturday and Sunday at 9 p.m.,” it stressed.
The magazine also suggested that visitors enjoy exploring a world of fantasy and adventure at Sun World theme park located high up in Ba Na Hills which stands at 1500 metres above sea level.
Moreover, it noted that hiking the Marble mountains is also among the best things to do for adventure and thrill seekers.
“Don’t miss the dark and dingy Hell Cave or Am Phu which represents the world of damnation. The largest grotto is the Huyen Khong Cave where light shines magically on the Buddha sculptures,” it suggested.
Furthermore, beach lovers are able to chill on the shores of the pristine My Khe Beach while nature lovers are able to experience the verdant Son Tra Peninsula where visitors can slowly take in the scenic views of rugged coves and cliffs along the way.
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| Hoi An Ancient Town |
According to Travel+Leisure, the moment visitors step into the Hoi An “Yellow Town” they are swept away into a fairy tale world full of colourful facades and lanterns.
“The UNESCO Heritage Site is dotted with markets, temples, merchant houses, assembly halls and bridges. The entrance ticket allows you access to five monuments out of the 22 heritage sights,” the magazine said.
It suggested that visitors not miss out on the 400-year-old Japanese-covered bridge built across the Thu Bon River, with the site being guarded by statues of dogs and monkeys. In addition, Quan Cong Temple and Quan Am Pagoda must also be added to all visitors’ lists.
For couples, Travel+Leisure stated that they can get lost in a natural tapestry of beaches, forests, and mountains in the remote and romantic archipelago of Cham Islands.
“The UNESCO Natural Biosphere Reserve also houses a marine park and is a cluster of eight smaller islands, of which Hon Lao is the largest with seven beaches. Ong Beach is the most popular located near the pier where you can find the market with local eateries,” it shared.
One of the best things to do in Hoi An during the rainy season is to wake up and smell the coffee. Vietnamese specialty coffee comes in several varieties like creamy coconut milk coffee and egg coffee, pink and black latte, among others.
The magazine recommends that visitors join in the celebration and get enchanted by the streets of Old Town which are lit by vivid handmade lanterns.
“If the atmosphere is not intoxicating enough then take a cruise along the Hoai river on a traditional boat and light a small lantern and let it adrift on the waters. Stroll along the night market where there are 50 stalls selling everything from scarves to souvenirs,” it concluded./.