A procession was held in Hanoi on February 25 to disseminate the municipal authorities’ call on the locals to demonstrate their civilized way of life ahead of the DPRK-USA Hanoi Summit Vietnam, thus promoting Hanoi’s image to international friends (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – A procession was held in Hanoi on February 25 to disseminate the municipal authorities’ call on the locals to demonstrate their civilized way of life ahead of the DPRK-USA Hanoi Summit Vietnam, thus promoting Hanoi’s image to international friends. In addition to decorating the streets on the occasion, the municipal Department of Culture and Sports has stepped up communications work to encourage Hanoians to enhance the city’s image as a safe and friendly locality. The procession passed through Hanoi’s famous locations surrounding the Hoan Kiem Lake in the very heart of the city, including Melia Hanoi Hotel, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel, the Hanoi Opera House … [Read more...] about US-DPRK Summit 2019: Hanoi calls on locals to show civilized way of life
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Exhibition about life in city and countryside opens in Hanoi
Exhibition about life in city and countryside opens in HanoiThe Saigon Times Daily The exhibition will open on February 20 - PHOTO: COURTESY OF VICAS ART STUDIO HCMC - An exhibition telling the differences between life in a big city and that in the countryside, featuring two contemporary artists Doan Xuan Tung and Nguyen Nghia Cuong, will be held at the VICAS Center for Assistance and Development of Contemporary Arts (VICAS Art Studio) in Hanoi from February 20 to March 12. Moving from the countryside to the city has been an everlasting issue that takes place everywhere, not only in Vietnam. Big cities have always been appealing to youngsters from rural areas because of the development opportunities, convenience and trendy lifestyle. However, some people still keep their countryside lifestyle when moving to cities so they cannot adapt to the new environment, making them feel lost and isolated. On the other hand, many people who have been living in cities for a long time are … [Read more...] about Exhibition about life in city and countryside opens in Hanoi
Pigs in folk paintings: Reflect age-old desire for prosperity, luck
The pig is the 12th and last Chinese Zodiac sign, after which the yearly cycle begins once again with the mouse, followed by the buffalo, the tiger, the cat, the dragon, the snake, the horse, the goat, the monkey, the rooster, the dog, and the pig. People born in the Year of the Pig are considered generous, gallant, kind-hearted and bold, but also stubborn and temperamental. The Chinese zodiac, observed in other parts of Southeast Asia such as Vietnam, is also reflected in Dong Ho folk paintings that date back to the 12th century. The woodcut paintings were traditionally sold or displayed on Tet, although the art is virtually extinct except as tourist souvenirs. Dong Ho painting originated in Dong Ho Village on the left bank of the Duong River in Bac Ninh Province, about 35km from Hanoi. We came to find artisan Nguyen Huu Qua, the son of the late artisan Nguyen Huu Sam, who dedicated his life to the development of the traditional craft. In the process of drawing one of the best-known … [Read more...] about Pigs in folk paintings: Reflect age-old desire for prosperity, luck
Mosaic reflecting Sri Lankan nature, culture inaugurated
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(From left) Artist Nguyễn Thu Thủy, Ambassador Hasanthi Dissanayake and other guests contemplate the mosaic. — VNS Photo Thanh HàViet Nam News HÀ NỘI — A corner of Sri Lanka’s landscape and culture is reflected on Ceramic Road, Nghi Tàm Street, Hà Nội. The mural was inaugurated on January 22 with participation of the Sri Lankan Embassy, city authorities, international artists and other foreign diplomats. The mosaic (1.6m by 12m) depicts Lion Rock, a UNESCO world heritage site in Sigiriya and one of the most impressive landscapes of Sri Lanka. The mosaic also presents a radiant peacock - a holy symbol in Sri Lankan epics – and a Ceylon leopard – a native species to Sri Lanka that is listed as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List. Hanoians and tourists to the capital can learn about daily life in Sri Lanka through the mosaic’s depiction of fishermen and traditional … [Read more...] about Mosaic reflecting Sri Lankan nature, culture inaugurated
Seven life-changing financial resolutions for 2019
Brian Spence* Do you have some bad financial habits? If so, then you are certainly not alone, since a massive 78 per cent of us will admit to behaving badly with money, according to a new survey by financial services provider OneFamily. As someone who has spent my career giving financial advice, I can certainly attest to the truth in that figure. Whether it be impulse spending, not saving enough or failing to ensure that any savings are working as hard as possible, most people could do with overhauling their financial behaviour in one way or another. Breaking bad money habits and forming new, healthy ones really is an investment in your future – and that of your family – and as we begin a new year, there really is no better time to start. So, mark the start of 2019 by making some solid financial resolutions that will power you closer to your money goals and make sure you end the year (and every one after that) in a much better place. Whether you are focused on saving … [Read more...] about Seven life-changing financial resolutions for 2019