According to the organising committee, these two major events will feature various unique activities that embody the heroic spirit of the Hung Kings era while maintaining a connection to contemporary society. The
The Department of Cultural Heritage under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism confirmed on December 24 that Ha Long Bay is not among the 56 sites listed as "in danger" by UNESCO.
Ten years after its reconition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex has proven to be a key driver of Ninh Binh's socio-economic development, positioning itself as the heart of the Millennium Heritage City.
Since the Nghe Tinh Vi-Giam folk singing was officially recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of humanity in 2014, the central province of Ha Tinh has paid significant attention to preserving and promoting the art genre.
More than 700 singers from 24 Quan ho (love duet) singing villages in the northern province of Bac Ninh on November 15 gathered at the first-ever Quan ho village festival, an event held to mark the 15th anniversary of the UNESCO’s recognition of the folk singing as an intangible cultural heritage element of humanity.
At this year’s Creative Design Festival, visitors can dive into unique tours enabling them to experience creative works crafted by artists, using Hanoi's iconic architecture as their canvas. Festival organisers aim to connect creativity across generations by mapping routes that blend art with history, giving new life to the city’s heritage sites.
The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the northern province of Bac Giang recently hosted its eighth biennial Quan ho (love duet) singing, spotlighting the enduring legacy of the centuries-old musical tradition recognised by the UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage element of humanity.
Vietnamese and Japanese tourism experts shared experiences and discuss solutions to optimise the cultural heritage preservation and sustainable tourism development at the second Vietnam – Japan tourism seminar in Hanoi on October 2.
The revalidation reflects Dak Nong’s efforts to protect and promote the values of the geopark and offers an opportunity to attract resources for the province’s sustainable socio-economic development.
The Vietnamese Cultural and Art Association in the Czech Republic held its fourth congress on May 25, during which it resolved to improve the quality of its art performance programmes during the 2024-2028 period, helping popularise the image of the home country to the international community.
The Hue Monuments Conservation Centre said on May 17 that it has partnered with Phygital Labs to digitalise 10 artifacts of the Nguyen dynasty and bring the first Metaverse virtual gallery into life.
The Nine Dynastic Urns, housed in the Hue Imperial Citadel in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue, have been inscribed in the Memory of the World Register, marking Vietnam’s 10th UNESCO-recognised documentary heritage.
Travelling by train is currently a new trend, as rising prices of domestic air tickets are leading to an increase of 10-15% in tour prices. The railway industry, therefore, is striving to innovate and coordinate with tourism businesses to improve quality and associate tourism with “awakening” heritage.
The Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, located at the southern edge of the Red River Delta in Ninh Binh province, comprises three protected areas: the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, the Trang An - Tam Coc - Bich Dong Scenic Landscape, and the Hoa Lu Special-Use Forest. Recognised by UNESCO in 2014, it is the first mixed cultural and natural heritage site in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
Hanoi, home to a large number of cultural and historical sites and craft villages, is taking measures to develop experiential tourism to attract more visitors to the over-1,000-year-old capital.
Within the framework of the Ao Dai Festival 2024 in Ho Chi Minh City, a series of events honouring Vietnamese cultural heritage, entitled “Ho Chi Minh City - Heritage - Connection”, was also kicked off recently.
Once a field hospital during the resistance war against the US in the 1960s and 70s, Military medical cave has become a source of pride for the military medical sector of Vietnam. Situated on the Cat Ba Archipelago in Hai Phong city, the cave boasts a unique beauty that captivates visitors.
An awards ceremony for the 2023 painting competition on the cultural heritage of Vietnam through fine arts has been held and 100 artworks are being exhibited at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum. Beyond the impressive total prize value, of over 40,700 USD, selected artworks also left viewers astonished.
Ha Nam province was honoured for the first time as a leading global destination for local culture at the recent World Tourism Awards. The province boasts an extensive collection of both tangible and intangible cultural heritage, reflecting the distinctive characteristics of the Red River Delta region. In particular, the Tam Chuc Tourist Area stands out as a prominent highlight of local tourism.