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Cellist releases music video filmed within VN's natural wonder – Son Doong Cave

Cellist Bùi Hà Miên has released a music video Quảng Bình Quê Ta Ơi (Quảng Bình, Our Homeland), featuring her playing while in the Sơn Đoòng Cave in the central province of Quảng Bình.

Vietnamese horror films get high praise at international festivals

While the film ’Quỷ Cẩu’ garnered five minutes of applause at its world premiere at the recent Gérardmer International Fantastic Film Festival in France, ’Linh Miêu’ was selected to open the Jagran International Film Festival in India.

Young Vietnamese talent wins first prize at international music competition

Nguyễn Lee Hiếu has surpassed thousands of international contestants to win first prize at the 19th ZhongSin International Music Competition held in Singapore.

Ceramic artists showcase works in Hanoi exhibition

An exhibition of ceramics by 50 artists from the Art Ceramics Club and Saigon Fine Arts Ceramics Club are taking place at the Fine Arts Exhibition House on 16 Ngô Quyền Street in Hà Nội's Hoàn Kiếm District.

Ban Flower festival expected to vow spectators

This annual event, a key cultural highlight of the province, celebrates the Ban flower, a symbol of the locality and the northwest region while promoting local heritage and tourism.

Thai Hoa Palace digitalisation to preserve image database

As the official throne hall of the king, Thai Hoa Palace hosted royal audiences, grand ceremonies, and key imperial rituals, witnessing the reigns of the 13 kings under the Nguyen Dynasty (1802 – 1945).

HCM City’s Ao Dai festival returns in March

On March 8, thousands of participants dressed in Ao Dai will join a large-scale dance performance on the pedestrian street.

Vietnam wins Mister Tourism World 2025

Vietnamese model Nguyen Huu Hung outshined 24 contestants from various countries and territories to be crowned Mister Tourism World 2025.

Scent exhibition opens in Hanoi

The Light and Shadow exhibition represents the eternal clash between good and evil, light and darkness through the language of fragrance art.

Mystical forest ceremony in Quang Binh: A sacred tradition of the Chut people

For generations, the Chut ethnic group has observed the Giang Son ceremony to seek blessings from the land and forest spirits. The ritual, which involves offerings, sacred prayers, and a unique purification process.

Official nominations announced for Devotion Awards 2025

The awards have been organised since 2005, with the nation’s press participating in the selection process. From the 17th edition in 2023, the organising committee has expanded its scope from solely focusing on music to also feature sports.

Vietnamese director Pham Ngoc Lan joins jury at Berlinale 2025

In February last year, director Pham Ngoc Lan's feature film “Cu Li Khong Bao Gio Khoc (Cu Li Never Cries)” won the Best First Feature Award at the festival, earning a 50,000 EUR prize.

Vietnamese culture introduced at Havana book fair

The 33rd edition of the Havana International Book Fair, running from February 13-23, is witnessing the attendance of over 40 countries from all corners of the world, including Vietnam.

Hue preserves Sinh village folk paintings

To revive and develop this traditional craft, local authorities are actively promoting vocational training, preservation efforts, and linking the craft with community-based tourism.

The man entrusted with Emperor Ham Nghi’s golden treasures

For nearly 140 years, the golden elephant relics gifted by Emperor Ham Nghi have been considered the spiritual heart of Phu Gia Commune (Huong Khe, Ha Tinh Province).

Elderly man in Thanh Hoa dedicates 40 years to preserving ancient Thai script

Once unable to read his own language, Ha Nam Ninh is now the leading expert in Thai script preservation in Thanh Hoa.

Hanoi seeks investors for $500mil opera house & cultural park near West Lake

Hanoi is calling for investors to develop the Ngoc Trai (Pearl) Opera House and a cultural and artistic park, a $500 million (12.756 trillion VND) project set in the prime Quang An Peninsula area near West Lake.

Vietnamese contestant makes history at ZhongSin International Music Gala

Le Anh Huy became the first Vietnamese musician to perform at the prestigious ZhongSin International Music Competition Gala, held at Asia’s largest theater in Singapore.

Unique paintings by 4 Vietnamese-American artists showcased in HCMC exhibition

Four Vietnamese-American artists have come together for the group exhibition “Hello Vietnam,” sharing uplifting and positive messages while expressing their deep love for their homeland and its people through their artwork.

$20 million Da Nang Museum to open in 2025

The newly built Da Nang Museum, featuring state-of-the-art technology and expanded exhibition spaces, will officially open in March 2025.