The Hanoitimes - The event is part of activities to celebrate the Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23). An exhibition showcasing 13 national special heritages to Hanoians opened for the first time on November 22, Vietnam News reported. 13 national special heritages on display to observe Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day. Photo: VNA It showcases 100 documents, items, and images related to the 13 heritages in Hanoi, including Hoan Kiem Lake – Ngoc Son Temple, Phu Dong Temple, Soc Son Temple, Co Loa Temple, Thay Temple, Tay Phuong Temple, Chem Communal House, Tay Dang Communal House, Hat Mon Temple, Hai Ba Trung Temple, Huong Son landscape complex. The event aims to give visitors a better understanding of the value in the architecture, culture, history, and archaeology of each heritage site, thus raising public awareness of their conservation. On the same day, the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports also held different activities to mark the Vietnam Cultural … [Read more...] about 13 national special heritages on display to observe Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day
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Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day 2018 opens in Hanoi
The festival also aims to mark Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day on November 23 and raise public awareness of preserving and promoting the value of national cultural heritages. Various activities will be held during the 2-day festival, such as singing performances of Vietnamese folk music of Then, Van, Bai Choi, Quan ho Bac Ninh, Cheo, Vi Dam, Hat Xam, Tong Hoi; folk games and calligraphy exhibition. The event is co-orgainzed by the Vietnam Union of UNESCO Associations, the UNESCO Center for Culture and Sport Development, and Hemera Media And Technology Joint Stock Company. By MAI AN – Translated by Kim Khanh … [Read more...] about Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day 2018 opens in Hanoi
Hanoi to host exhibition on Vietnam cultural heritage
The Hanoitimes - Royal court music performance, fashion shows and photo exhibition are among the activities to honor Vietnam`s cultural heritage. From Novermber 23 and 25, a general exhibition themed “Vietnam Cultural Heritage Space – 2018” will be held in Hanoi, expecting to attract foreign and domestic visitors with many kinds of activities. The activities will include the exhibition “Journey of Cultural Heritage of Vietnam”, booths showcasing destinations in provinces and cities, a display of “Ao dai Vietnam” and an exhibition area title “Honoring Artisans”. Ao dai is Vietnam's traditional long dress. Exhibition on Vietnam cultural heritage to be held in Hanoi. Photo: VGP Also a gala titled “Honoring Vietnam Cultural Heritage”, a student exchange program, a painting contest and a workshop on the issues of heritage preservation in Hanoi. The exhibition is expected to evoke pride and responsibility … [Read more...] about Hanoi to host exhibition on Vietnam cultural heritage
Vietnam Cultural Week 2018 opens in Cambodia
An art item performed at the opening ceremony (Photo: vov.vn) Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Khanh Hai congratulated the country and people of Cambodia for successfully organizing the general election and the establishment of the 6th Parliament and Government for the 2018-2023 tenure. He said that the annual cultural programs of the two countries have an important role in fostering bilateral friendship, solidarity and mutual understanding, contributing to socio-economic development of each country. Vietnam desires to introduce its beauty to Cambodian people and international friends through art performances. On behalf of the Royal Government of Cambodia, Minister of Culture and Fine Arts Phoeurng Sackona warmly welcomed the Week, saying that Vietnam and Cambodia are neighbouring countries with traditional friendship and long-lasting cooperation in all fields. The annual cultural event has contributed to fostering and … [Read more...] about Vietnam Cultural Week 2018 opens in Cambodia
Vietnam Culture Day in Czech Republic’s Jihlava
An art item performed at the event (Photo: vov.vn) The first event was organized in 2016. According to Chau Van Cuong, Deputy Chairman of the Overseas Vietnamese Branch in Jihlava, since the branch was established seven years ago, apart from consolidating the organization and taking care of the overseas Vietnamese, the branch has always paid attention to the organization of events to introduce the Vietnamese culture. This year's Vietnam Culture Day in Jihlava also created opportunities for Vietnamese people to exchange and integrate into the local people. Mr. Rudolf Chloupek, Mayor of Jihlava city, said that he is impressed by the life and working style of the Vietnamese community in the Czech Republic in general and in Jihlava in particular. The administration of the city always supports community activities of Vietnamese people there. Hundreds of local people in Jihlava enjoyed Vietnam’s traditional dishes such as noodle soup (Pho), vermicelli noodles with grilled pork, spring … [Read more...] about Vietnam Culture Day in Czech Republic’s Jihlava