Practices of Then by ethnic groups recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Practices of Then by Tay, Nung and Thai ethnic groups in Vietnam has been inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Vietnam Puppetry Festival to be held in HCM City
The second puppetry festival will take place on Ho Chi Minh City’s Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street on December 28 and 29, with the aim of creating a cultural exchange site for local residents on the occasion of the New Year and honouring traditional Vietnamese puppetry art.
HOZO HCMC International Music Festival 2019 kicks off
HOZO HCMC International Music Festival 2019 is underway in 3 days, from December 13 to 15 on Nguyen Hue Walking Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City with the participation of various talented oversea artists, leading local music producers, musicians and singers.
Day of Culture of Peace 2019 takes place in HCMC
The Peace and Development Foundation (HPDF) and the Peace Committee of HCMC under the Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organizations (HUFO) co-held a Day of Culture of Peace 2019 themed “For a humane and peaceful society – Let’s join hands to prevent and push back violence and abuse” on December 8 in HCM City.
Valuing Nature in Childhood program for nearly 6000 children in 3 years
In order to have an opportunity to discuss the development direction of the program, the summarizing workshop of the "Valuing Nature in Childhood" program after three years of implementation took place successfully at Cuc Phuong museum on November 30.
Moscow Days in Hanoi draws huge attention
A series of activities, as part of the “Moscow Days in Hanoi”, was underways at the pedestrian zone around Hoan Kiem Lake on November 28 - December 1.
Eight Vietnamese institutions make top Asia universities list
Eight Vietnamese higher education institutions have been named among Asia’s top 550 universities by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), a British education company.
Old western maps affirm Hoang Sa, Truong Sa belong to Vietnam
From the sixteenth century to the nineteenth century, Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) islands were acknowledged by Western cartographers and navigators as the territories of Vietnam.
Quang Ngai exhibition proves Vietnam’s sovereignty over Hoang Sa, Truong Sa
An exhibition, entitled “Vietnam’s Hoang Sa, Truong Sa: historic and legal evidence”, opened in the central province of Quang Ngai on November 22.
Nearly 50 photos shed light on pain of Vietnamese, Japanese war victims
An exhibition featuring nearly 50 photos on war victims in Japan and Vietnam is underway from November 21-24 in Ho Chi Minh City.
Five Vietnamese bridges that have become global attractions
Many of Vietnam’s bridges have not only boosted transportation but also become world-famous, helping raise the country’s profile on the tourism map.
Krong No volcanic caves seek recognition as global geological park
The managers of Dak Nong Geological Park have worked with local officials to promote the park’s geological heritages, enhance conservation efforts, and promote the park to a wider audience inside and outside Vietnam.
HCM City to host 3-day Global Food Festival this Nov
More than 50 pavilions will introduce a wide range of Vietnamese and global delicacies at a global food festival which will be held in Ho Chi Minh City from November 14-17.
Fifth Ben Tre coconut festival to to honour traditional costume of women in the south
The fifth coconut festival will be held in the Mekong Delta province of Ben Tre from November 16 – 20, heard a press conference on October 31.
New findings of ancient historical capital of the Nguyen Lords and Tay Son Dynasty
Scientists and researchers have announced a new series of findings of Phu Xuan, the ancient historical capital of the Nguyen Lords and Tay Son Dynasty, in the present-day central province of Thua Thien-Hue.
Institute of Vietnamese Costumes officially makes debut
The Institute of Vietnamese Costumes has officially been launched with a mission to honour and preserve the beauty of Vietnamese clothing.
Can Tho helps Khmer ethnics develop livelihoods, preserve script
A 600 million VND (25,983 USD) project has launched Khmer script and vocational training classes for 183 Khmer ethnic people aged between 15 and 60 in Co Do district in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho.
Exhibition honours Vietnamese women in national defence and development
An exhibition highlighting Vietnamese women’s role in the national defence and development opened at the Vietnam Military History Museum in Hanoi on October 15.
Photo exhibition "México - Vietnam: At The Crossroads Of Vision" underways in HCMC
The Honorary Consul of Mexico in Ho Chi Minh city organized the Opening Ceremony of the photo exhibition themed "Mexico - Vietnam: At the Crossroads of Vision " on October 10.
Red Dao ethnic people’s traditional costume decoration art recognised as national heritage
A ceremony was held in the northern province of Tuyen Quang on October 12 to receive a certificate recognising the art of Red Dao ethnic people’s traditional costume decoration as a national intangible cultural heritage.
