Vietnam’s youth embrace heritage via national costume renaissance
Young Vietnamese people are enthusiastically embracing and showcasing traditional costumes of 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam, sparking a nationwide cultural revival and fostering pride in their heritage.
UNESCO recognition ceremony for Ba Chua Xu Goddess Festival
A ceremony was held on the evening of March 19 at the Sam Mountain National Tourist Area in Chau Doc City, An Giang province, to receive UNESCO’s certificate recognizing the…
Hoa Binh museum diversifies activities in preserving, promoting heritage values
With flexibilities in preserving heritage in recent years, the Museum of Hoa Binh province has contributed to preserving and promoting the diverse historical and cultural values of the ethnic minority…
Economic value of Trang An heritage assessed
Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex in Ninh Binh is a heritage site famous for its remarkable biodiversity and archaeological heritage. It serves as evidence of Vietnam's historical and cultural identity, as well as its harmonious relations with nature.
A place preserving royal classical drama in Hue
A unique cultural space has just been introduced at Duyet Thi Duong Theater (Hue Imperial Citadel, Hue City), drawing the attention of the public and tourists: the Exhibition Space for Hue Royal Classical Drama Masks.
Traditional house of the Cham   (Mar 07, 2025)
Traditional house of the Cham
Most Cham ethic minority people live in Ninh Thuan province and follow a matriarchal system. After marriage, the husband moves in with his wife's family. Within the extended Cham matriarchal family, each sister has her own chamber on the family compound.
The majestic Thai Hoa Palace in Hue
The Thai Hoa Palace (in Phu Xuan district, Hue city) was commissioned by King Gia Long in 1805 in the Dai Cung Mon area. In 1833, King Minh Mang had the structure rebuilt in its current location.
Ca Tru’s revival: the next generation carries the torch
Ca tru (ceremonial singing), recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, continues to be a cherished and integral part of Vietnamese culture. Bridging past and present, this art form is thriving in Hai Phong city.
Ha Noi’s handicraft villages to become members of the Global Network of Creative Craft Cities
A ceremony will take place at Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Ha Noi on February 14 to recognise Bat Trang Pottery Village (in Gia Lam District) and Van Phuc Silk Village (in Ha Dong District) as official members of the Global Network of Creative Craft Cities.
Preserving and promoting Hoi An’s heritage
Hoi An ancient town, Quang Nam Province, is a living museum preserving ancient architectural values and a vibrant cultural space. Through many ups and downs of history, the typical ancient architectural complex of Hoi An has turned a new page.  
Vietnam’s cultural soft power in the era of national rise
In today’s deeply integrated world, cultural soft power is becoming increasingly important, influencing each nation's political and economic factors. Countries emphasise strengthening, harnessing and promoting cultural soft power to expand their global influence.
Quynh Son (Lang Son), the village with all its stilt houses facing south
Quynh Son, a community tourism village in Bac Son district, 80 kilometers southwest of the center of Lang Son province, draws visitors with its beautiful scenery and unique Tay ethnic culture. The hundreds of stilt houses in Quynh Son have a uniform architecture and face the same direction.
Bac Ninh: Dong Ho folk paintings thrive through dedication and creativity
Dong Ho village in Bac Ninh province is famous for its traditional folk paintings. Once at risk of fading away, the craft has been preserved and revived thanks to dedicated artisans and local authorities.
Red River Delta’s Tet tradition revived
A special program to celebrate Tet, the Lunar New Year, was held on January 19 by the Management Board of Hoan Kiem Lake and the Ha Noi Old Quarter. Activities showcased northern Vietnam's Tet traditions.
San Chay ethnic people in Thai Nguyen keep the flame of Tac Xing folk dance alive
Every year, when the spring comes, the San Chay ethnic community in Phu Luong District, Thai Nguyen Province, joyfully celebrates their traditional new crop festival with the lively sounds and rhythms of the Tac Xing folk dance. This dance carries profound meaning and is considered to be a bridge connecting heaven and earth, the past and present, and generations before and now.  
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