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Listing of Vietnam's UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
Vietnam boasts 15 intangible cultural heritage items that have been recognised by UNESCO.
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Brocade weaving of Pa Then ethnic group
The Pa Then people are one of the 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam and primarily inhabit the northern provinces of Ha Giang and Tuyen Quang. Over many generations, the Pa Then people have formed and preserved a diverse and rich culture, most notably a tradition of brocade weaving. This unique cultural feature strongly reflects their spiritual lives and is also a great source of pride.
Buckwheat Flower Festival becomes tourist icon of Ha Giang
The Buckwheat Flower Festival has returned for an eighth time in Dong Van district in the northernmost province of Ha Giang, and has become a magnet for tourists from far and wide.
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Hunan tourism blitz in Hanoi brings Vietnam, China closer
In 2024, more than 3.7 million Chinese visitors traveled to Vietnam, a 114% jump from 2023. The first quarter of 2025 alone saw nearly 1.2 million Chinese visitors, up 78.3% from last year.
Major prehistoric findings in Nghe An reveals ancient rituals
Within two excavation pits covering nearly 20 square metres, the team discovered valuable prehistoric artifacts including stone axes, grinding pestles, earth ovens, and animal bone fragments. They were the belongings of ancient coastal inhabitants who lived in central Vietnam thousands of years ago.
Vietnam wins gold at Southeast Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships
Vietnamese players on April 21 won a gold at the Southeast Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships in Indonesia.
Hanoi Old Quarter hosts special activities in celebration of national anniversaries
The celebrations also serve as a platform to showcase Hanoi's traditional craft villages, offering residents and tourists alike the opportunity to contemplate unique handcrafted products made from traditional materials.
Vietnam–DPRK martial arts exchange programme held to mark 75 years of diplomatic ties
Martial arts masters of both nations delivered captivating performances, showcasing the unique essence of each country’s martial traditions. Spectators enjoyed demonstrations of traditional Vietnamese martial arts alongside powerful displays of DPRK Taekwondo.
Dong Nai to host first festival honouring pottery-making craft
The event will feature an exhibition of high-value artistic pottery products from Dong Nai province and other notable ceramic-making regions across the country, including Thanh Ha (Quang Nam), Red Pottery (Vinh Long), Bau Truc (Binh Thuan), and Binh Duong ceramics.
Local university debuts Vietnamese culture education for foreigners
The Vietnamese comprehensive culture programme, in English, will include two semesters to develop Vietnamese language proficiency and provide foreigners with knowledge about Vietnamese geography, history, art and socio-economics.
Vietnam to host major int’l women's football tournaments in 2025
These include the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers (Group E), the AFF U19 Women’s Championship 2025 and the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers.
Nearly 150 artefacts displayed at special exhibition marking reunification anniversary
The event aims to help the public, especially the young, gain a better understanding of the aspiration for peace and national reunification, as well as the close-knit bond and inseparability between the North and the South.
Vesak 2025 to highlight Buddhist insights for world peace, sustainable development
Vesak 2025 is expected to strengthen exchanges and friendship between the Vietnamese people and international friends, and affirm Vietnam’s position and responsibility to the UN and the international community.
Hanoi to set off fireworks to celebrate national reunification day
Hanoi will hold two fireworks displays on April 22 and 27 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025), according to the Office of the municipal People's Committee.
Vietnam women's futsal team trains in Japan ahead of 2025 Asian finals
The 16-strong Vietnamese national women’s futsal team will head to Hohhot, Inner Mongolia (China) on May 1 for the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup China 2025.
An Giang to complete dossier for UNESCO recognition of Oc Eo - Ba The relic site by 2026
Oc Eo - Ba The was once a bustling urban centre, port city, and major economic and cultural hub of the ancient kingdom of Phu Nam.
Vietnam prepares to host UN Day of Vesak Celebrations 2025
The 20th UN Day of Vesak Celebrations will enhance the role of Vietnamese Buddhism in international integration while introducing Vietnam's people, culture, history, and Buddhist traditions to international delegates. Besides, it will help develop spiritual tourism potential, contributing to Vietnam's comprehensive cooperation with countries worldwide.
Aerobics athletes to defend World Cup title in Japan
Last year, Vietnam took a gold in the group division and plan to at least defend the title this year, although there are several team member changes. The team also won silver at the 2024 world championships.
Hai Phong book street 2025 showcases over 10,000 book titles
Running for a month at Kim Dong park, the Hai Phong Book Street features 16 booths displaying and selling around 10,000 books of various genres from 15 leading publishers and bookstores nationwide.
Football tournament fosters unity among Vietnamese in RoK
The Vietnamese football scene in the RoK has seen remarkable growth, now boasting nearly 100 amateur teams. Every year, the Vietnam Football Association in the RoK organises two major tournaments, gathering around 30 teams and over 1,500 participants, along with numerous smaller-scale events throughout the year.
Party chief attends grand art performance celebrating national reunification
As a highlight of the commemorative activities, it vividly retraced the nation’s proud and heroic history, celebrating the monumental victory of the 1975 Spring Offensive, while highlighting the leadership role of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President Ho Chi Minh, the indomitable spirit of the Vietnamese people and armed forces, as well as the iconic image of “Uncle Ho’s soldiers” in the historic Ho Chi Minh campaign.
Vietnamese stars gear up for three-Cushion Carom Billiards World Cup in HCM City
In addition to familiar stars such as Tran Quyet Chien, Tran Thanh Luc, Bao Phuong Vinh, and Chiem Hong Thai, the Vietnamese billiards team includes many other notable names.
'Ao dai' shines in Beijing amid 75th anniversary of Vietnam–China diplomatic ties
Set against the backdrop of a vibrant Beijing spring in full bloom, the event was held for the first time at the foot of the Great Wall of China from April 18 to 20. The fusion of Vietnam’s traditional attire with iconic Chinese landscapes created not only a visual spectacle, but also conveyed a powerful message: “Cultural exchange has no borders.”
