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Unique national costume for Vietnamese representative at Miss Supranational 2024

Lydie Vu has released several images of a brocade outfit which she will wear during the national costume competition at the Miss Supranational 2024 pageant, which is currently held in Poland.

Vietnam-Japan Culture Fest comes to Da Nang

Art troupes from Japan and Vietnam will perform in the Vietnam-Japan Cultural Festival showing all aspects of Japanese culture, from fashion to comic books, rock concerts to sports and of course food.

Vietnam and Laos seek UNESCO recognition for transboundary World Heritage site

Authorities of Khammouane of Laos and Quang Binh of Vietnam said that they are preparing a dossier for UNESCO recognition of Hin Namno National Park (Laos) and Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park (Vietnam) as a trans-boundary World Heritage Site.

Exploring folk culture through the art of Truong Dinh Huy

From July 5 to 9, the Center for Fine Arts and Photography Appraisal and Exhibition will host an exhibition by Truong Dinh Huy, titled "Dream," featuring 47 works on three main mediums: dó paper, gouache, and acrylic.

Self-taught Vietnamese doll-maker captivates foreign collectors

Find out how a Vietnamese university student transformed his hobby of making ball-jointed dolls into a thriving business.

Vietnamese, Singaporean artists launch project on performance art

A series of performance art workshops will take place in Hanoi to explore the very nature of 'performance art'.

Early 20th century Vietnam comes to life in rare color images

Impressive color photos taken by French photographer Leon Busy in the early 20th century reveal a fascinating glimpse into Vietnam during this period.

Vietnam's Lydie Vu impresses in Miss Supranational 2024 semi-finals

Lydie Vu and over 60 other contestants took the stage for the semi-final night of Miss Supranational 2024 on the evening of July 1.

Vietnam to host five performances of Shrek: The Musical in July and August

The YOUniverse, the organizer of Shrek: On National Tour, is bringing back the Broadway-style musical “Shrek: The Musical” to Vietnam with five performances in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Hanoi announces 30 fireworks shows for October 9 to mark historic anniversary

The Hanoi People's Committee has announced plans to organize 30 fireworks displays across various districts at 9:30 p.m. on October 9, 2024, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Capital Liberation Day.

Artisan in Ho Chi Minh City uses 24K gold to revive broken ceramics

In HCM City, Mr. Nguyen Le Uyen Vien meticulously uses 24K gold to patch and mend broken pieces, reviving souvenirs with new beauty.

Village goes crackers for rice paper

About 45 kilometres north of Hanoi, Tho Ha Village in Bac Giang Province is where rice paper and rice crackers are made. These speciality products have garnered a reputation that extends from northern to southern Vietnam and even abroad.

Da Nang Hosts 2nd Asian Film Fest: 'Mai' & 'Peach, Pho, and Piano' in spotlight

The 2024 Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF II) is set to showcase 63 domestic and international films from July 2-6.

Ancient woodblock printing saved from the chop

A project aiming to revive the the art of woodblock printing has recently been launched by local artisans in collaboration with the Centre for Research, Development, and Application of Vietnamese Craft Village Products

Museums face challenges in national treasure protection

Many of the country’s national treasures, including artefacts of history, culture, and science dating back hundreds and even thousands of years, have not been looked after properly, according to museum officials and experts.

Opera stars to descend on Hanoi for "The First Sounds of Love" concert

Classical music lovers in Hanoi will be offered a treat as world-renowned artists Katherine Jenkins and Giuseppe Gipali headline the special concert "The First Sounds of Love" on July 10.

Former bank executive crowned Mrs Earth Vietnam 2024

Vu Thi Hoa, former business executive of a bank in Vietnam, was announced as the winner of the Mrs Earth Vietnam 2024 pageant during the competition’s grand finale held in Hanoi on June 30.

DIFF 2024 finals: Finland and China set for epic fireworks battle

The jury has officially announced that the Finnish and Chinese teams will compete in the finals of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2024. This surprising result comes after the two teams faced each other in the qualifying round.

Preserving heritage: Hanoi's French house becomes a cultural hub

Ngo Quy Duc's project brings traditional Vietnamese crafts back into modern life, showcasing their timeless beauty.

Explore earth's history: Fossil exhibit at Hanoi Museum

From 40,000-year-old human teeth to the oldest stone in Vietnam, the Hanoi Museum's exhibit offers a glimpse into the past.