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Japanese writer Ono Eriko to arrive in Vietnam to meet book lovers

On the occasion of the 3rd Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day in 2024, author Ono Eriko of comic book Miiko Desu! / Kocchi Muite! Miiko will come to Vietnam to exchange and sign books for readers who love the book.

When Vietnamese folk music fuses with cello and beatbox

Thiên Thanh Band is made up of nine members, most of whom recently graduated from prestigious music institutions in Việt Nam and have won numerous awards.

Trang An Landscape Complex promoted on Google Arts & Culture

Google Arts & Culture debuted an online exhibition on April 18 showcasing the Trang An Landscape Complex in Vietnam’s northern Ninh Binh province to mark its 10th anniversary of UNESCO recognition as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site.

Vietnamese film wins highest award at Asian Film Festival in Italy

“Ben trong vo ken vang” (Inside the Yellow Cocoon Shell) by Vietnamese director Pham Thien An has won the best feature film award at the 21st Asian Film Festival held in Rome, Italy.

Unique loincloth costume of the Gie - Trieng people

The costumes of the Gie - Trieng ethnic people are simple and unique. Notably, the men's loincloth has a very unique pattern design. This is an indispensable outfit for every festival.

Book series about General Giap released in Vietnamese, foreign languages

A book series titled “Vo Nguyen Giap – The People's General” with a Vietnamese version and five bilingual versions made debut at an event held in Dien Bien on April 17, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory.

Colorful stage shows in Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian area

The newly staged folk shows will be performed in Hanoi's Old Quarter, diversifying the offerings for tourists to Vietnam's capital.

Vietnamese film to attend Cannes Film Festival 2024

Vietnamese film "Việt and Nam" directed by Trương Minh Quý is listed for the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, however, Director of the Cinema Department Vi Kiến Thành said that the Cinema Department has not yet licensed the film to compete at the festival.

Painting exhibition celebrates National Reunification Day

Four young artists (under-40) will be given awards from the city’s Fine Arts association for their contributions to the city’s fine arts activities and programmes over past years.

VN prioritises safeguarding intangible cultural heritage in risk of being lost

Vietnam will prioritise the protection of intangible cultural heritage at risk of fading away or being lost, and those of ethnic communities living in far-flung areas, according a newly-issued Government decree.

HCM City plans to set off fireworks on April 30

Ho Chi Minh City will launch firework displays in 16 avenues, including ten across Sai Gon River, to mark the 49th anniversary of National Reunification Day on April 30.

Central hub to display Japanese traditional arts and culture

Japanese artists, craftsmen and organizations will display traditional cultural and arts in an exhibition and cultural exchange event at Da Nang Mikazuki Japanese Resorts & Spa on April 20-21.

Going to Ha Giang to experience a thrilling race

Broken tubes, torn tires, dropped chains, stalled engines, stuck in mud... were among the suffocating situations that Minh Hieu and many athletes encountered during the recent off-road motorbike competition in Quan Ba, Ha Giang Province.

Visitors flock to Hung Kings' Temple Festival

The Hung Kings' Temple Festival in the northern province of Phu Tho is one of Vietnam’s largest annual cultural events.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (April 15-21/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from April 15-21.

Foreign diplomats explore Xu Doai culture

Foreign diplomats appreciate Vietnam's ability to preserve its distinct culture and the connection that the program fosters.

Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival closes

The closing ceremony and awards ceremony of the first Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival (HIFF) in 2024 took place at the Ho Chi Minh City Theater yesterday night.

A Taste of Sweden in Hanoi with renowned Chef Erik Videgård

The gastronomic event served as a platform to showcase the rich culinary traditions of Sweden and Vietnam

Photo contest to honor Truc Lam Zen Buddhism

A photo competition on Vietnamese Buddhism has been launched, inviting all photographers in Vietnam and abroad to send their entries.

The birthplace of Hanoi's iconic beer glasses

About 100 kilometres from Hà Nội’s centre, Xối Trì Village in Nam Định Province is a famous place for traditional glass blowing work. From basic tools, residents here could produce unique beer glasses by hand.