Traditional carpets displayed at the exhibition. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Some 65 photos andseven videos featuring historical relic sites, landscapes, customsand the daily routines of Iranian people are on display at the Vietnam Museumof Ethnology.
Titled "Iranian Art Heritage, the cradle of civilisation", theevent showcases a stunning collection of carpets, hand-painted vases, andengraved and enamelled copper.
On the one hand, handicrafts reflect the wisdom and craftsmanshipof the Iranian people and give visitors a glimpse of the sophisticated Iranianartistry and its national essence that evolved through the ages.
On the otherhand, photographs depict Iran's historical traces, beautiful landscapes, and aglance at the people's traditional customs, rituals and daily life.
The event aims to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomaticrelations between Iran and Vietnam.
Ali Akbar Nazari, Ambassador of Iran to Vietnam, said cultureplayed a significant role in international communication.
"Realising the special place of culture as an influentialsort of soft power, the embassy considers holding cultural events apriority," he said.
"The exhibition is a warm-up and introduction to severalcultural events that we will hold in 2023 for the 50th anniversary ofdiplomatic relations between Iran and Vietnam.
Foreign Affairs Deputy Minister Pham Quang Hieuappreciates the exhibition. He said the photography and handicraftstold a compelling story about historical events, customs and the unique cultureof the Iranian people stretching from the sixth century BC to the modern day.
The event will run until July 31, atthe Kite Building, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, Nguyen Van Huyen Street, in Hanoi./.
