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Hokkaido Festival in Ha Long slated for November

The Hokkaido Festival will take place in Ha Long city, the northern province of Quang Ninh, from November 17 to 19 to promote cultural exchanges, economic and tourism links between Vietnam and Japan.

Miss Grand International contestants at Vietnam Beauty Fashion Fest 6

Over 70 finalists of Miss Grand International 2023 put in an array of impressive performances at Vietnam Beauty Fashion Fest 6 which took place in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh province, on October 9.

Eggshell portrait of General Giap sets national record

The artwork depicts General Giap with a tightly clenched fist, symbolising determination and victory. His portrayed is on the background of the national flag and doves as a symbol of peace.

Quang Ninh makes efforts to preserve old fishing villages in Ha Long Bay

Urgent action is needed to breathe new life into Cua Van and Vung Vieng fishing villages.

Imperial seal of Nguyen Dynasty expected to be repatriated soon

Since October 2022, competent agencies have taken measures through cultural diplomacy, collected legal documents and negotiated in an effort to bring home a golden imperial seal dating back to 1823 from France.

Potential to bring costumes imbued with traditional culture to the world

Although Vietnam is a top garment and textile exporter in the world, challenges loom large when it comes to shipment abroad of fabric and costumes that bear Vietnamese cultural identities.

Vietnamese beauty crowned Mrs. Global International World Pageant 2023

Local representative Pham Thi Hong Van was announced as the winner of Milestone Mrs. Global International World Pageant 2023, with the competition concluding on October 7 in Dubai of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Kenny G to perform at charity concert in Vietnam

World-famous saxophonist Kenny G is set to perform in Hanoi on November 14.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (October 9-15/2023)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from October 9-15.

Five local film projects for sale unveiled at Busan Market

Vietnam-based sales agent Skyline Media has unveiled five new Vietnamese titles for sale and distribution at the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFN) market which accompanies the Busan International Film Festival.

Monsoon – VN’s biggest music fest starts this week

The six-day music week entitled Street of Music, inspired by traditional street names in Hanoi's Old Quarter where each street sells a different type of goods, dozens of concerts and performances will be held at several locations in the area.

Powered paragliders set Vietnam’s record

Eighty powered paragliding pilots joined a performance in Ha Long city in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh on October 8, setting Vietnam’s record for the biggest number of pilots in a powered-paragliding performance.

The secrets of Trach Xa Village: mastering the craft of long-dress making

While modernized ao dai designs are prevalent, Trach Xa still boasts several appliances dedicated to preserving the ancestral art of creating ancient Vietnamese costumes, such as the traditional five-flap long dress.

Hoi An advances toward a global creative city

Hoi An is an ancient city with many multi-layered cultural traditions, rich identities, various forms of folk art, and several craft villages.

Weaving new hope: reviving Quat Dong embroidery

For the people of Quat Dong, embroidery represents far more than a means of making a living. It is a source of pride, a link to their heritage, and the pursuit of artistic excellence.

Four Vietnamese golf resorts among world's top 100

The U.S. Golf magazine named four golf resorts in Viet Nam among the world's Top 100 during the 2024-2025 period in its latest rankings.

VN’s animated-film owner receives VND1.3 billion in copyright dispute

Sconnect Vietnam, the copyright holder of the animated Wolfoo film, has successfully won a copyright dispute against a Chinese company which illegally broadcast Wolfoo film on the Chinese platforms Youku and Tencent Video.

Guitarist Steve Vai to perform in Vietnam for first time

Steve Vai, a winner of three Grammy awards, has selected Vietnam as a destination in his world tour to celebrate his 45-year career.

First Vietnamese full-length animated feature film to debut in theaters

The animated movie titled “Wolfoo and Mysterious Island” is set to hit cinemas on October 13, making it to become the first Vietnamese full-length animated feature film to debut in theaters.

Miss Grand International 2023 contestants beautiful in Vietnamese ao dai

Contestants of the Miss Grand International 2023 pageant impressed local people and tourists while dressing in the Vietnamese ao dai on the streets of Hanoi on October 5.