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"Tu he duong den san khau" (From Street to Stage), a special programme of xam (blind buskers singing) performances has recently taken place in Hanoi to celebrate Việt Nam Cultural Heritage Day which falls on November 23. The traditional musical programme aimed at promoting and preserving the values of xẩm singing as well as to help audiences learn more about this art form. Xẩm singing, a centuries-old Vietnamese art form, has long been regarded as an important piece of the nation’s cultural heritage.  The singing is mainly found in the countryside, expressing optimism and love for the blind. The performances stem mostly from northern regions including the provinces of Ninh Bình, Nam Định, Hải Dương, Bắc Giang and Hà Nội.-VNA … [Read more...] about Xam singing performance marks Cultural Day

A photo exhibition has been opened at Hanoi’s Temple of Literature to introduce 200 photos from a contest on the theme of the homeland’s seas and islands. The contest, launched in June last year, received nearly 5,300 single photos and photo collections from 900 authors across the nation. Over 200 high quality art works entered the final round, giving viewers a deep impression of the beautiful landscape and the beauty of the inhabitants, and the silent sacrifice of soldiers in protecting the country’s sovereignty and peace. Two first, three second, three third and 10 consolation prizes were presented at the event. The exhibition featuring 200 photo finalists takes place until November 23.-VNA … [Read more...] about Exhibition features artistic photos on homeland’s seas and islands

Adventure travel attracts a large number of visitors to the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong. However, given recent fatalities, it is high time that the local tourism sector and relevant agencies develop a proper mechanism to ensure participants’ safety. There are now six sites licensed for adventure travel, namely Datanla Waterfall, Tuyen Lam Lake, Madagui Forest Tourism Site, Golden Valley Tourism Site, Dasa Waterfall and Da Don River. The venues offer various adrenaline-releasing activities. However, a few dreadful accidents have occurred, causing problems for local authorities, such as the fatal accidents of three British tourists at Dalanta Waterfall in 2016 and a Korean visitor at the same venue in September this year. Ensuring tourists have great experiences and are also safe is an urgent task for the Central Highlands province. An interdisciplinary working group has been established in Lam Dong, with the participation of local authorities and tourism agencies, in … [Read more...] about Adventure travel needs more caution

Food safety has become a major concern for many people. With difficulties in controlling the quality of farming products sold on the market, the Vietnam Farmers’ Union has intensified product quality control from the source while encouraging farmers to abide by safety regulations. Currently, Bac Ninh province has more than 300 safe vegetable planting models. With the aim of bringing safe agricultural products to consumers, the local Farmers’ Union has also paid close attention to the inspection and handling of violations in the production process. Controlling the quality of food from the source is a goal of many localities. However, food safety management remains a difficult task in terms of both human resources and food inspection measures. Besides the involvement of authorities, consumers need to pay attention to the quality of food, only buy products with clear origins and condemn business establishments which fail to ensure food safety.-VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam moves to ensures food safety

French photographer Nicolas Cornet has been exploring the temples and pagodas across Vietnam during his many visits over the years. He recently published a book of his photographic works, compiling the beauty of these historic monuments.    Nicolas Cornet is the author of many stunning books on Vietnam, and his most recent work is no exception. Placing the spotlight on pagodas and temples, Cornet has documented his travels to these spiritual sites around the country. From his collection of hundreds of photos, he has narrowed his selection down to 50 of his best pieces, including those capturing famous temples. Cornet hopes the book will become a gift that the current generation are able to pass on to their children, reminding them of Vietnam’s spiritual beauty.VNA … [Read more...] about French photographer captures Vietnamese pagodas’ beauty