29 new national treasures recognized
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha signed decision No.73/QD-TTg for the recognition of 29 national treasures on January 18.
Thang Long imperial citadel to glow with Tet atmosphere
The atmosphere of the traditional Vietnamese Lunar New Year festival, known locally as Tet, will be recreated at the Happy Tet 2024 programme due to take place at the Thang…
Newly-released stamps celebrate World Heritage sites in Vietnam
The Ministry of Information and Communications and the Vietnam Post Corporation (Vietnam Post) on January 8 issued two sets of stamps with the theme "Lunar New Year of the Dragon"…
Hoan Kiem Lake (Ha Noi): from past splendor to present vibrancy
The exhibition, which focuses on the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, will run until January 10 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ngoc Son Temple's recognition as a special national monument.  
Golden antiques of the Cham people
The golden artifacts of the early people of the ancient kingdom of Champa not only impress with their abundance but also showcase a remarkable diversity in forms. These artistic masterpieces carry significant aesthetic value, exemplifying the advanced craftsmanship and metallurgical skills achieved by the Champa across different historical periods. Several of these ancient artifacts have earned their national treasure status.
Bac Ninh works to promote the value of Quan Ho folk singing
Since UNESCO’s recognition of Quan Ho folk singing as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2009, Bac Ninh Province has effectively implemented many programmes and activities to preserve and promote the values of Quan Ho melodies to domestic and foreign tourists.
Cultural week "Flavours of Ha Noi" at Noi Bai airport
Passengers flying through Noi Bai International Airport can enjoy the traditional cultural values of Vietnam through folk music performances such as Cheo singing, Xam singing or traditional folk songs, folk toys, and handicrafts.
Tam Giang - Cau Hai Lagoon system: Thinking of a museum (Thua Thien Hue)
Tam Giang - Cau Hai lagoon system is a world-class brackish water area. It is the largest in Southeast Asia, with special value in biological resources and countless gripping things in history and culture.... This area is seen as a "precious biological gem" that nature has bestowed on the ancient capital. With what existent, is it necessary to build an exhibition space or a museum…
Lai Chau province uses culture to develop tourism
20 ethnic minority groups live in Lai Chau province. In the 3 years since the province passed a resolution to preserve and promote the traditional culture of ethnic groups to boost tourism from 2021-2025, with a vision to 2030, local villages have restored many traditional costumes and festivals, which have popularized Lai Chau province as a tourist attraction.
Three heritages in Phu Tho recorgnized as national intangible cultural heritage
Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung has signed a Decision declaring the National Intangible Cultural Heritage List for 36 intangible cultural heritages around the country. Phu Tho has three heritages.
Real scene performance in thousand-year-old communal house
For the first time, there will be a real scene performance on the Red River - Chem communal house.
New rice celebration of the Co Tu in Quang Nam
The new rice celebration is one of the most important rituals of the Co Tu ethnic minority to show their gratitude to heaven and earth for giving them good weather and bumper crops. The ritual is organized every year following the harvest.
Stilt houses: The soul of Tay ethnic people in Bac Kan
Located in the core area of Kim Hy Nature Reserve, Kim Hy Commune, Na Ri District, is one of the few localities in Bac Kan Province in which ancient stilt houses of the Tay people have been well preserved.
Quang Ninh: Van Don ancient port and Tra Co Communal House recognized as Special National Heritage Sites
On October 24, the Prime Minister issued a decision accrediting the special national status of the historical and cultural complex of the Van Don port in Van Don district and the architectural and artistic relic of the Tra Co communal house in Mong Cai City, Quang Ninh province.
Lively cultural tourism week in Van Phuc Craft Village
These days, Van Phuc Craft Village is a hive of activity in preparation for the upcoming cultural tourism and trade week to be held here.
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