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Artists perform Hue folk singing on a tourist boat on Huong river in Hue city. (Photo: VNA) - The Culture, and Sports Department of the central province of Thua Thien-Hue is compiling a scientific dossier for Hue folk singing to seek UNESCO’s recognition as part of the world intangible heritage. Phan Thanh Gian, director of the department confirmed the news and said the authorities have hosted a training session for over 350 local artists in performing the art between November 11 and 30. After the session, the department will examine the practice of singing Hue folk songs on tourism boats in the city to turn the art into a local tourism product, he said.Culture, Sports and Tourism listed Hue folk singing as a national intangible cultural heritage. VNA … [Read more...] about Thua Thien-Hue to seek UNESCO recognition for Hue folk singing

Art troupes from at least 12 countries as well as Vietnam are scheduled to perform in the biennial Hue Festival scheduled to take place from April 27 to May 2 in the former royal city of Hue (Photo: danviet.vn)   Thua Thien – Hue (VNA) - Art troupes from at least 12 countries as well as Vietnam are scheduled to perform in the biennial Hue Festival scheduled to take place from April 27 to May 2 in the former royal city of Hue. Performances will include dance, music, circus, street arts, installation arts, cinematography, and exhibitions. Participating countries include China, Japan, Thailand, Mongolia, Russia, Denmark, Peru, Mexico, Spain, Brazil, Chile and Australia. With the theme “Cultural Heritage with Integration and Development”, the 10th edition of the festival aims to promote cultural exchanges with other countries and promote the image of Hue City to international visitors. [Hue Festival to honour city of world heritages] Hue Festival 2018 will honour … [Read more...] about 20 int’l art troupes to perform at Hue Festival

Swiss-Belresort Tuyen Lam is an upscale retreat in the Central Highlands. — Photo courtesy of the company Swiss-Belhotel International plans to expand its portfolio in Viet Nam with a series of new hotels, resorts and residences across the country. The Hong Kong hospitality company, which recently celebrated its 32nd anniversary, has 145 hotels and resorts either operating or in the pipeline in 22 countries on four continents, including three in Viet Nam. Swiss-Belresort Tuyen Lam is an upscale retreat in the Central Highlands, not far from Da Lat. Swiss-Belhotel Suites & Residences Ha Long Bay is scheduled open before the end of this year overlooking the spectacular UNESCO world heritage site. In 2022 Swiss-Belresort Bai Dai Phu Quoc will open its doors on the pristine coast of Phu Quoc Island. The company targets launching at least 10 hotels and resorts in the next three to four years. The destinations under consideration include key cities like Ha Noi, HCM City, Hai … [Read more...] about Swiss-Belhotel International plans major expansion in Viet Nam