Vi-Giam singing becomes intangible cultural heritage of humanity
Viet Nam’s Nghe Tinh Vi-Giam folk singing was officially recognised by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity at the 9th session of its Inter-governmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Paris on November 27.
Primeval charm of Con Vanh
Primeval charm of Con Vanh   (Nov 27, 2014)
Con Vanh is located inside the Red River Delta Biosphere Reserve recognised by UNESCO in 1994 and is one of the places in Viet Nam that preserves its primeval ecology…
Intergovernmental session promotes safeguarding intangible cultural heritage
Understanding intangible cultural heritage of different communities contributes significantly to promoting dialogue and mutual respect among cultures.
Viet Nam expects 100,000 Indian tourist arrivals
Viet Nam expects to welcome 100,000 Indian tourist arrivals in the near future as the two countries hold huge potential to develop bilateral ties in this field, stated Nguyen Quoc Hung, deputy head of the Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).
Nguyen-era royal records on display in Thua Thien – Hue
An exhibition of royal administrative documents, which dated back to the Nguyen Dynasty (1802 - 1945), opened in central Thua Thien – Hue province on November 21.
Vi-Giam folk singing nominated as UNESCO intangible heritage
The Nghe Tinh Vi-Giam folk singing of Viet Nam is amongst 46 nominations for UNESCO’s recognition as the world intangible cultural heritage of humanity at the UN body’s upcoming session.
Workshop to highlight Dong Son Civilisation
The National Museum of History will host a workshop dedicated to Viet Nam's Dong Son Civilisation (dating from 1,000BC to 100AD) on November 18.
Dong Van Karst Plateau Geo-Park continues its global status
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has re-recognised the Dong Van Karst Plateau Geo-Park in the northernmost mountainous province of Ha Giang as a member of the Global Network of National Geoparks for the 2015-2018 period.
Quang Nam seeks to preserve Bai Choi singing
International and domestic researchers and artists of folk music presented suggestions about how to preserve and promote Bai choi singing at a workshop on October 29 in central Quang Nam province.
Workshop discusses promotion of Viet Nam’s world heritage
The Viet Nam Office of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) held a workshop in Ha Noi on October 17 to develop a strategy to promote the country’s world heritage.
Workshop discusses promotion of Viet Nam’s world heritage
The Viet Nam Office of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) held a workshop in Ha Noi on October 17 to develop a strategy to promote the country’s world heritage.
Ha Noi boosts efforts to preserve Ca Tru singing
The city of Ha Noi, which has a history of preserving and promoting the value of the ancient northern Vietnamese traditional Ca Tru singing, has pledged to increase its efforts by calling for more public participation in the city’s Ca Tru clubs.
Ha Noi to host cultural festival conveying message of peace
A 'Peace Culture Festival' will be held at Ly Thai To flower garden, Ha Noi on October 12 aiming to promote the cultural values of the capital city, according to Ha Noi Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Bac Ninh province restores old houses for “Quan ho” gatherings
The northern province of Bac Ninh is taking steps to restore two “Nha chua Quan ho” (houses where Quan ho singers gathered for training and performances) in Bac Ninh City and Tien Du district which are home to original “Quan ho” villages.
Visiting first-class cave in Son La
Son Moc Huong Cave, also known as Bat Cave, is said to be the most beautiful cave in Son La Province. It is a natural rock cave located northeast of Moc Chau District.