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Tet On The Canvas: Artists in Vietnam Recreate the Zodiac In New Exhibition

21:30 | 20/01/2023

A collective of artists in Vietnam have created a two week long art exhibition, reflecting on the past twelve years through the signs of the Vietnamese Zodiac. Jason Law visited the event to speak to the people involved and check out what's on show.

“Mysterious Asia” - Painting And Ceramic Exhibition Opens In Ho Chi Minh City

13:55 | 05/01/2023

An exhibition of paintings and ceramics in oriental style with the theme "The Asian Mystique - Mysterious Asia" is organized by Silk La Artspace & Gallery (Nguyen Van Huong street, Thao Dien ward, Thu Duc city) from January 1 to January 19, 2023.

A Blast from the Past: Vietnamese Youth Don Ancient Costumes

08:47 | 10/12/2022

A festival will be held where attendees wear ancient clothes and participate in a parade to promote and introduce Vietnamese feudal costumes.

Korean Calligraphy Contest Celebrates the Words of President Ho Chi Minh

00:00 | 26/09/2022

The Vietnam Cultural Heritage Association and the Korean Institute of Culture Resources held a signing ceremony for a memorandum of understanding on co-organizing a cultural exchange event on the afternoon of September 22 at the Special National Monument of Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam.

Young Vietnamese Proud to Bring Their National Culture to the World

10:05 | 24/08/2022

“In the century of integration, cultural identity is the luggage that Vietnamese young people are proud to bring to every country in the world,” Huynh Nguyen Mai Phuong answered her behavior question at 2022 Miss World Vietnam contest. The answer contributed to Huynh Nguyen Mai Phuong's victory at this beauty contest. It is also a confirmation of young Vietnamese about the values of Vietnamese culture in international integration.

Culture - A Thread Connecting Vietnamese People to Their Motherland

12:16 | 21/08/2022

Leave their homeland at a young age, Vietnamese children abroad always feel connected with their motherland through language, culture, and art.

A Vietnamese Cultural Space in Germany

08:13 | 09/08/2022

Over the past ten years, the Vietnamese Cultural Space has become a meeting place and cultural exchange for the Vietnamese community in the Federal Republic of Germany, thereby helping to preserve and promote Vietnam's admirable cultural identity.

Vietnamese Culture - Unique and Endless Inspiration for International Artists

17:12 | 05/08/2022

More than a topic for local artists, Vietnamese culture has become an endless source of inspiration for artists from countries around the world. Through works that blend love with traditional Vietnamese culture and foreigners' perspectives, international friends have a better understanding of a modern and dynamic Vietnam, which still respects, preserves, and promotes good traditional values.

Promoting Culture Seen as Key to Enhance Soft Power by Many Countries

17:57 | 11/07/2022

In the context of intensive international integration, culture and cultural promotion activities play an increasingly important role. Many countries focus on those activities to consolidate and enhance their position, image, and influence on other countries.

Special "Diplomatic Documents" to Promote Images of Vietnam

07:19 | 13/06/2022

Through literary works, the image of the country and the people of Vietnam is better spread to readers and writers around the world. The Vietnamese are therefore known as the people who love peace, humanistic values, and respect others.

Complete Guide to Vietnamese Grave-visiting Festival

08:56 | 07/04/2022

Thanh Minh, also called the grave-visiting festival, is often mentioned in Vietnamese literature and poetry. It is a loving ritual, despite its macbre nature.

Vietnam's Traditional Fishing Gear Exhibition Established in Saudi Arabia

20:02 | 03/03/2022

The Embassy of Vietnam to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has launched a corner to display traditional Vietnamese hand-held fishing gear at the Alfelwah & Aljowharah Museum in Dammam city in Eastern Saudi Arabia.

Indonesian Man Loves Vietnamese Tet

10:11 | 08/02/2022

Herman prepares banana leaves, pork, green beans, sticky rice, and a handcrafted square cardboard mold for the famed Vietnamese Traditional Banh Chung, which also happens to be his favorite cuisine.

Heritage Space of Vietnamese Cultural Specialties in Hanoi's Old Quarter

23:33 | 03/12/2021

Established in 2015, Hanoi Old Quarter Cultural Exchange Center has been a gathering spot for those who love to learn about Vietnamese traditional culture and architecture.

Russian Man's Quest to Speak Fluent Vietnamese

08:57 | 19/11/2021

Anton Shakhigulin is a Russian, who is fluent in Vietnamese. His bilingual skills and the opportunity to experience Vietnamese culture have made this young man's journey more interesting.

Vietnam's Culture Showcased at Colorful Planet Festival in Czech Republic

22:29 | 12/09/2021

On the afternoon of Sept. 11, the Provincial Council and the Center of Integration Ústi nad Labem organized the "Colorful Planet Festival 2021" to enhance cultural exchange, friendship and cohesion between communities in the Czech Republic, including the Vietnamese community.

Rice in Vietnam: Discover The Finest Rice Varieties

16:36 | 29/08/2021

Rice is one of the most important parts in Vietnam's daily life, and here is the finest and most delicious rice varieties you can try only in this country.

Vu Lan Festival of Vietnamese people - 7th Lunar Month

16:37 | 21/08/2021

In Vietnam, the 7th full moon festival is called “Vu Lan bao hieu” (Parents' Day) or “Xa toi vong nhan” (Wandering Soul’s Day). This is the second largest annual traditional festival in Vietnam after the lunar New Year (Tet) festival, and is celebrated by Vietnamese people through various religious rituals.

Vietnamese Tea: Discover Most Popular Tea Varieties in Vietnam

16:36 | 21/08/2021

For centuries, tea has been popular and an important part in Vietnamese people’s daily life. It also has an interesting history, which was first introduced when French colonists established the first tea plantations in Vietnam in the 1880s. Ever since, it has become a cultural staple, and brings multiple health benefits.