Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Dao Cuong held a meeting in Hanoi, on May 19, with Lazare Eloundou Assomo, Director of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, to discuss the preservation and promotion of Vietnam’s cultural heritage and the country’s contributions to the World Heritage programme.
The Dong Van Karst Plateau Global Geopark, recognised by UNESCO in 2010, has opened a new chapter for Ha Giang’s tourism.
Instead of just participating in “fun” experiential activities, tourists are now seeking deeper experiences, learning new skills and knowledge alongside local residents, and co-creating products with local artists and artisans.…
Thai Hoa Palace, an iconic structure of the Nguyen Feudal Dynasty, became the first UNESCO-recognised cultural heritage site in Vietnam awarded the LOTUS green building certification.
Van Diem carpentry village in Ha Noi’s Thuong Tin district is renowned for its exquisite wood products. The village has been recognized by the Ha Noi Department of Tourism as a high-end destination.
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 Festival of the Ba Chua Xu Goddess at Sam Mountain as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity and to kick off the 2025 festival.
Quang Tan Commune, formerly known as Ha Thon Village, in Ba Don Town, Quang Binh Province has been famous for making traditional conical hats for a long time.
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.
Perched over 1,000 meters above sea level, Thang Hen Lake in Cao Bang Province is a stunning natural treasure surrounded by limestone mountain ranges. Its emerald green water and tranquil beauty draw visitors all year round, offering a picturesque escape into nature.
Hoi An ancient town, renowned for its tranquil beauty, is the gem of the central coast province of Quang Nam. Hoi An was recognized as a UNESCO world cultural heritage site in 1999. In the 25 years since then, the government and residents of Hoi An have preserved their living museum of architecture and lifestyle and sustainably developed that heritage.
My Son Sanctuary (Quang Nam province) has become a model of the heritage preservation and promotion.
The Ba Chua Xu (Holy Mother of the Realm) Festival on Mount Sam in An Giang province has been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
15 years ago, Bac Ninh province’s Quan ho folk songs earned a place on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Since then, Bac Ninh has been working hard to keep this tradition thriving. One standout initiative is teaching these folk songs in schools, making sure the next generation continues to cherish and preserve this cultural gem.
The Bac Ninh provincial People's Committee has announced the organization of activities in celebration of the 15th anniversary of Quan Ho folk songs being recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
The Ha Noi Festival of Creative Design 2024 themed "Creative Intersection" is scheduled to run from November 9 to 17 to provide exceptional experiences, inspiring locals to promote ingenuity by honoring the artistic values passed down through generations.
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