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INCHAM to host Diwali Night

Many symbolic activities of Indian culture, Indian and international cuisine, musical performances, Indian state dance performances, henna artists and face painting will be featured at the event.

Da Nang receives Le Ba Dang’s artworks donation

The central city’s Fine Arts Museum has received a full collection of 253 exhibits including 101 paintings and 30 sculptures by French-Vietnamese artist Lê Bá Đảng (1921-2015) following a donation from his family in August.

Nguyen Dynasty’s imperial seal handed over to Vietnam

The Nguyen Dynasty’s imperial seal, one of the precious Vietnamese antiques stolen and taken abroad was given to the Vietnamese side at the headquarters of the Embassy of Vietnam in Paris, France, on November 16.

Quang Ninh festival recognised as national heritage

The festival is a traditional event held annually in Van Ninh Commune, Mong Cai City on January 9 and 10 on the lunar calendar, including a series of ceremonial spiritual practices and cultural festivities.

Hanoi market offers old precious things

Hundreds of people, both locals and tourists, flock here on Saturday mornings. Many seek to buy things while others just look around, chat and enjoy the fun.

Gen Z designers seek to shape future of Vietnamese fashion

Generation Z designers, armed with skills and knowledge, are a breath of fresh air on the Vietnamese fashion scene.

Hanoi to welcome screening of six Italian movies

The Italian Film Festival 2023 is set to get underway from November 27 to December 2 at the National Cinema Center at 87 Lang Ha street in Hanoi in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Vietnam-Italy diplomatic relations.

Feast of art and music presented during Hanoi Creative Design Festival

During the 2023 Hanoi Creative Design Festival that lasts until November 26, historical sites like the Hàng Đậu Water Tower, Gia Lâm Train Factory, Hà Nội Railway Station and Long Biên Railway Station host art events.

Last Nguyen Kings’ documents to be displayed in Hanoi

The documents were officially recognised by UNESCO as one of 78 world documentary heritages in 2017. They are administrative documents issued by the Nguyen Dynasty, the last feudal system in Vietnam and the region.

Vietnamese photographer wins five prizes in Australia's contest

Photojournalist Tran Viet Van from Lao Dong (Labour) newspaper has won four silver and one bronze prizes at the Better Photography Photographer of the Year 2023 in Australia.

Ancient VN royal court music gains global recognition over time

This year Nha Nhac marks the 20th anniversary of its accreditation as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Hanoi’s Old Quarter gearing up for Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day

The capital of Hanoi is set to host a wide range of activities from November 18 to December 17 in the Old Quarter to mark Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day that falls on November 23.

Special stamp marks 100th birthday of national anthem composer

A stamp celebrating the 100th birthday of famous music composer, poet, and painter Van Cao (1923 – 1995) who composed the Vietnamese national anthem “The Marching Song”, was released.

India Fair to get underway in Hanoi in late November

The Embassy of India in Vietnam is set to host the India Fair in Hanoi on November 25, with the aim of introducing its cultural identities to local people.

Talented dancer helps preserve Khmer ethnic culture

Thạch Thị Ni Ta’s remarkable achievements in her career and her ardour for teaching have helped inspire and spread traditional dance among local Khmer community, making a great contribution to publicising ethnic dance.

Restoring the images of Vietnamese dragons on Bat Trang ceramics

A collection of 100 sculptures and vases with unique images of Vietnamese dragons was recently unveiled at the Vietnam Ceramics Center, Bat Trang Ceramic Village in Hanoi.

Street art exhibition celebrates 130th founding anniversary of Da Lat City

A street art exhibition featuring artworks of popular artists will be held on Ly Tu Trong Street in Da Lat City of the central highlands province of Lam Dong on November 22 and run until May 2024.

Vietnamese translator won the US National Translation Award

Nguyen An Ly became the first Vietnamese translator to receive the National Translation Award in Prose with her translation of the novel Phố Tàu (Chinatown).

Human Act Prize announces 33 finalists

Human Act Prize, an annual award honouring organisations and individuals who have made many contributions to the community through prestigious, dedicated and long-term social projects, has announced its 33 finalists.

Vietnam Festival of Creativity & Design 2023 opens in Ho Chi Minh City

The Vietnam Festival of Creativity & Design (VFCD) 2023 kicked off in Ho Chi Minh City on November 13, featuring numerous captivating and quality exhibitions, talks, and seminars.