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Nestled deep in the highlands of Mang Den commune in Quang Ngai province, Kon Tu Ma village offers a rare blend of unspoiled nature and enduring cultural traditions, drawing visitors in search of quiet authenticity.

A surge in offshore fishing activity has brought unusually large oceanic tuna to Tam Quan fishing port in central Vietnam, including a specimen weighing more than 300 kilograms, as total catches nearly doubled year-on-year.

Authorities in Gia Lai Province on April 24 launched the art programme “Twin Towers Night - Legendary Colors” at the Twin Towers historical site in Quy Nhon Ward, positioning it as a flagship event for National Tourism Year – Gia Lai 2026.

In order to achieve socio-economic development targets in the tourism sector and successfully organize the National Tourism Year, the Gia Lai Provincial People’s Committee has issued a plan to implement the province’s tourism development project for 2026.

Authorities in Gia Lai have intensified inspections and tightened controls on passenger transport services as tourism demand surges, aiming to ensure traffic safety, stabilize fares, and improve service quality.

In Bình Thái hamlet in Tuy Phước commune, Gia Lai province, the centuries-old bả trạo folk performance continues to thrive, sustained by strong community efforts and growing support from local authorities.

Hang Pagoda, with a history spanning over 300 years, captivates visitors with its natural stone cave, sacred atmosphere, and tranquil surroundings. Here, tourists can explore spiritual and cultural values while enjoying the serene beauty nestled in the heart of East Quy Nhon.

The first Gia Lai Ethnic Culture Festival is scheduled to take place from April 25 - 26, 2026) at Dai Doan Ket Square and the Pleiku Museum. The event will feature a wide range of activities aimed at preserving and promoting the unique cultural identity of the local communities.

Quoc Hoc Quy Nhon High School in Gia Lai province held a STEM Day on April 18, drawing strong student participation and showcasing hands-on science and technology projects aimed at fostering innovation and career orientation.

Authorities in Quy Nhon have intensified beach safety measures following a recent drowning that underscored growing risks for swimmers amid rising tourist numbers and changing coastal conditions.

The Vietnamese film “See you on the day of the eclipse” has emerged as a box office success while igniting fresh interest in tourism across Gia Lai and Quy Nhon, as audiences seek out its filming locations.

Đinh Văn Châu, a Bahnar student at Gia Lai College, has emerged as a standout example of resilience, overcoming family tragedy, chronic illness and financial hardship to achieve academic and extracurricular success.

Amid prolonged heatwaves during the dry season in the western region of Gia Lai province, water-saving irrigation is no longer just an option but has become an essential requirement in agricultural production.

Hundreds of children and their families gathered in Quy Nhon Bac Ward, Gia Lai Province, over the weekend for “Ngọ Ngoạy – Paperfest,” a hands-on creative event designed to promote learning, sustainability and family connection.

Phu Cuong Waterfall in Gia Lai province is gaining prominence as a key eco-tourism destination, drawing visitors with its dramatic basalt cliffs, seasonal beauty and pristine natural setting during National Tourism Year 2026.

Hosting National Tourism Year - Gia Lai 2026 is being viewed as a pivotal opportunity for the province to strengthen its position on Vietnam’s tourism map and enhance links between the Central Highlands and the South Central Coast.

Gia Lai authorities are advancing plans to attract a $500 million data centre investment, positioning the province as a hub for digital infrastructure and high-tech development.

International visitors are increasingly flocking to Vietnam’s Gia Lai highlands, attracted not by curated attractions but by the authenticity of local culture and daily life.

In the heart of Quy Nhon, a crescent-shaped beach stretches for about 5 kilometers, captivating visitors with its fine golden sand, crystal-clear blue waters, and gentle waves. More than just an ideal stopover, this place enchants tourists with its poetic beauty...

A floating fishing community on Vietnam’s Sê San hydropower reservoir is struggling with legal uncertainty, unstable livelihoods and limited access to basic services, as dozens of migrant families live without proper identification documents.

Festivals held during the first and second lunar months across eastern communes and wards are drawing large numbers of visitors, as communities celebrate the new year while showcasing traditional cultural heritage during the National Tourism Year 2026.

In the remote highland communes of eastern Gia Lai, a daily supply chain runs on motorbikes. For years, women from the lowlands have travelled along rugged mountain paths carrying goods to isolated villages, forming what local Bahnar and H’re communities call the highlands’ “mobile market”.

Authorities in Gia Lai province have completed key preparations for the opening week of National Tourism Year 2026, with officials emphasising safety, logistics and visitor management ahead of the main event on March 28.

In an effort to create more vibrant cultural and sports spaces at the Cho Nho Night Street, Pleiku Ward (Gia Lai Province) will organize an artistic roller skating showcase themed “Glide to New Heights, Spread the Movement.” 

The steady rhythm of handlooms continues to echo through villages in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, where Jrai and Bana women are preserving centuries-old brocade weaving traditions while adapting them to modern tourism and markets.

Apricot growers in Gia Lai province have begun a new care cycle after a sharply underperforming Tet flower season, racing to prune, repot and rehabilitate thousands of storm-damaged trees in hopes of salvaging next year’s output.

From Diên Hồng Park to large-scale community music nights, Pleimer Town is crafting a unique narrative for young people through music. In "Gia Lai's people tell their stories", they share heartfelt reflections on their journey of nurturing passion and sowing seeds of emotion.