Victory troops entered the capital city on the Liberation Day (File photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Numerous activities are set to take place across Hanoi to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Liberation Day of the capital city (October 10). Film screenings, exhibitions and art performances will be held in the city on the occasion, along with the launch of a pictorial book on the Liberation Day and meetings with witnesses and historians. A special programme will be held to re-enact the historical flag salute ceremony at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel. In addition, the municipal Department of Culture and Sports and relevant agencies will jointly organised various art programmes, including a folk cultural festival, an international photo contest, a festival of ao dai (traditional long dress) and the Vietnam Airlines Classic - Hanoi concert, among others. Besides, the city will continue its campaigns to call on Hanoians to follow the elegant and civilised lifestyle, … [Read more...] about Cultural, art activities to celebrate Hanoi’s Liberation Day
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Singapore Festival to present cuisine, tourism, culture, arts
Viet Nam News HÀ NỘI — Hà Nội will be hosting its first Singapore Festival on March 23-24 with a wide range of cultural activities. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the Embassy of Singapore in Hà Nội and the city’s People’s Committee will organise the event. Ambassador Catherine Wong Siow Ping said she felt happy to be hosting this festival because it would bring Singapore closer to the Vietnamese people, especially Hanoians. “This special event is an excellent opportunity to expand the cultural exchanges between the two countries, as well as to further strengthen the relationship between Singapore and Việt Nam,” she said. The festival will be divided into different areas called tribes. At the Culture Shaper Tribe, visitors will enjoy art installations, cultural performances and films. The Rainbow Connection is a suspended display of solar light modules that explores the fantastical dreamscape of the … [Read more...] about Singapore Festival to present cuisine, tourism, culture, arts
Vietnamese, Japanese drawn closer via cultural exchanges
Yosakoi dance performance at Japanese cultural festival in Hanoi (Source: organising board) Hanoi (VNA) - Lying in Asia, Vietnam and Japan share similarities that bring them close together in terms of culture, style, and sentiment. These days, they have become even more integrated via bilateral cultural exchanges. Each year, more and more annual cultural exchanges are held in each country, creating a climate for people of both sides to learn about the other culture with more depth and understanding. In Vietnam, Japanese comics have long been a part of childhood memories, with the love of Japanese culture and people going back generations. Over two decades ago, Japanese manga comic books were so appealing that they covered almost all the shelves in every local bookstore. Most millennials today are fans of popular Japanese anime characters like Doreamon, Pokemon, and Maruko, which helped to cultivate qualities such as a hardworking ethic, creativity, and integrity. Many even … [Read more...] about Vietnamese, Japanese drawn closer via cultural exchanges
Village to host cultural heritage week
Women from the northern province of Thái Nguyên sing soọng cô folk songs at a traditional festival. — Photo baotintuc.vnViet Nam News HÀ NỘI — Nearly 200 people and artists from 15 ethnic groups will join the annual Week for Ethnic Group Solidarity – Cultural Heritage between November 18 and 23 at the National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in the western outskirts of the capital. The ethnic groups of Tày, Dao, Mông, Mường, Thái, Khơ Mú, Tà Ôi, Cơ Tu, Ê Đê, Khmer, Chăm Bà La Môn, Raglai, Xơ Đăng, Ba Na, Chăm Islam and Sán Dìu from 13 provinces will share their cultural art performances, cuisine, folk games and traditional ceremonies. Folk singing of the Sán Dìu group in the northern province of Thái Nguyên, known as “soọng cô,” will be a highlight. People sing soọng … [Read more...] about Village to host cultural heritage week
Ba Ria-Vung Tau promotes cultural values in tourism development
The “Whale worshiping” festival in Vung Tau Rich and diverse in culture, arts, customs, and religion, Ba Ria-Vung Tau province has great potential for tourism development related to the region’s spiritual practices. Visitors should not miss its many folk festivals that are closely associated with people living in coastal areas such as the Nghinh Ong or Whale Worshiping. Taking place in the eighth lunar month annually, the Whale Worshiping festival is an important event for the local fishermen. The annual festival represents a chance for fishermen to show their respect for the whale and their gratitude for favorable weather conditions and a bumper catch. "The festival dates back hundreds of years. It’s said that long ago a giant whale weighing 18 tonnes drifted to shore and the local fishermen enjoyed a year full of health with good weather and bumper catches. First organized 1817, the “Nghinh Ong Thang Tam” festival in Vung Tau is … [Read more...] about Ba Ria-Vung Tau promotes cultural values in tourism development