With the theme "Cultural Heritage with Integration and Development”, next year’s event will honour Hue’s unique cultural and historical values through artistic performances A range of programmes will be held during the festival including an Ao Dai fashion show, “Dem Hoang Cung” (Royal Night) and “Dem Phuong Dong” (Orient Night) events, Royal Court music and dance performances and traditional songs from Hue. The province welcomed almost 1.5 million visitors in the January-June period and has set a target of attracting 2.5 million tourists as the number of arrivals has kept rising in recent times. … [Read more...]

The information was announced by Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee of central Thua Thien-Hue province Ngo Hoa, who is head of the festival’s organizing board, at a press conference on April 1. A two-day refresher course was opened on March 31, to train security and safety. The festival themed "Cultural Heritage with Integration and Development” will honour unique cultural and historical values of Hue in particular and Vietnam and other nations in general through art performances. Within the framework of the festival, a range of programmes will be held including an Ao Dai (Traditional Vietnamese dress) fashion show, “Dem Hoang Cung” (Royal Night) and “Dem Phuong Dong” (Orient Night) events, Royal Court music and dance performances and traditional songs from Hue. … [Read more...]

Thua Thien – Hue (VNA) – A royal banquet in the century-old palace of the Nguyen Dynasty has recently became a highlight in the tour of the ancient imperial city of Hue designed for visitors arriving on cruise liners via Chan May Port. Modeled after a programme called “Dem Hoang Cung” (Royal Night), which was a prominent event at several editions of the city’s signature Hue Festival, the party offered nine typical Hue dishes along with numerous royal entertainments including performances of “nha nhac” (court music) which was recognised by UNESCO as part of the World Cultural Intangible Heritage, court dances and games. According to Director of the Hue Monuments Conservation Centre Phan Thanh Hai, the preparation process for such a banquet for 1,000 diners involves nearly 800 people, including 400 cooks and servers. The first royal banquet was held for passengers on the luxury Celebrity Century Cruise of Malta’s Royal Caribbean Cruises … [Read more...]

Hue ancient capital and other localities in Thua Thien- Hue Province have completed preparations for the Hue Festival 2016 which will take place from April 29 to May 4. The streets are plastered with posters to promote the event. People adorn their homes with decorations for the biggest cultural event in the province. Meanwhile the craftsmen are in a hurry to finish their works in My Xuyen wood carving traditional craft village in Phong Dien District. This year’s event themed "710 years of Thuan Hoa, Phu Xuan, Thua Thien – Hue, Cultural Heritage with Integration and Development’ has attracted 34 art troupes of 18 countries, such as France, Belgium, Russia, the UK, Denmark, Poland, China, South Korea, Japan, Israel, Sri Lanka, Australia, the US, Mexico, Colombia and among. The 9th Hue Festival featuring Buddhist ritual music and dance for the first time is expected to attract a large number of devotees, according to the organization board. As an international … [Read more...]

(Cinet)- Under a support by the Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications (VNPT), the Hue festival was spent a billion VND (45,000 USD) under an agreement signed in the central city on March 11. Themed "Cultural Heritage with Integration and Development", the event is part of celebrations for the 710th anniversary of the region, Thua Thien-Hue (formerly known as Thuan Hoa, and then Phu Xuan). The festival will showcase art troupes from dozens of countries around the world. Vietnamese and foreign artists will join together in performances in the Hue Citadel, An Dinh Palace and other places in the Complex of Hue Monuments. The "Dem Hoang Cung" (Royal Night) and "Huyen thoai Phuong Dong" (Orient Legendary) will be held in the Ngo Mon-Ky Dai Square, reenacting original royal activities. There will also be exhibitions, kite and calligraphy displays, scientific workshops, street music and arts performances, along with sports, cuisine and tourism events. The Thua Thien-Hue Telecoms company … [Read more...]

The Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications (VNPT) spend a billion VND (45,000 USD) on the 2016 Hue Festival under an agreement signed in the central city on March 11. VNPT representative Duong Tuan Anh said that along with the sum, the company will provide free telecommunication services and internet transmission to serve live television programmes during the time the event takes place from April 29 to May 4. The Thua Thien-Hue Telecoms company will also open a press centre with free services for reporters covering the event. VNPT has been among sponsors of the Hue Festival since it was first organized in 2000, according to Nguyen Dung, Vice Chairman of Thua Thien-Hue provincial People’s Committee and head of the festival organising committee. Other major sponsors for the festival include the Vietnam Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Agribank), the Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade of Vietnam (Vietcombank), the MobiFone Telecommunications … [Read more...]

Japan tourism features the music of Noo Phuoc Thinh Singer Noo Phuoc Thinh’s new music video Really Love You will take centre stage at a Discover Japan tourism festival this coming January 16-17 at the Aeon Mall in Long Bien, Hanoi. The video was produced last October solely as a promotional music video for Japan’s tourism industry, according to the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), which is sponsoring the festival. Admission is free. The event starts daily at 10:00 am. The video can be previewed at http://www.camnhannhatban.vn/special/noo-really-love-you/index.html. DJ Mari Ferrari to judge ‘Remix’ A new variety competition show – The Remix – has unveiled the ever popular Russian DJ Mari Ferrari will serve as a guest judge for the third episode to be aired on Vietnam Television channel 3 (VTV3) on January 17 at 9 pm. The Remix is a live music variety show where DJs and singing contestants pair up and compete over 11 weeks. There … [Read more...]

(VOVworld)- The Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade of Vietnam (Vietcombank) will fund 3 billion VND (136,000 USD) to the 2016 Hue Festival which is to be held from April 29 – May 4. With the sum as agreed in a sponsorship signing ceremony in the central province of Thua Thien –Hue on January 8, Vietcombank will be the sponsor for the event together with the Vietnam Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Agribank). The other sponsor is the Vietnam Bank for Industry and Trade (Vietinbank) with 5 billion VND (227,000 USD). Themed: "Cultural Heritage with Integration and Development", the event is part of celebrations for the 710th anniversary of the region, Thua Thien-Hue (formerly known as Thuan Hoa, and then Phu Xuan). The festival will showcase art troupes from countries on five continents. Vietnamese and foreign artists will join together in performances in the Hue Citadel, An Dinh Palace and at other places in the Complex of Hue Monuments. The "Dem Hoang … [Read more...]

The 9th Hue Festival featuring Buddhist ritual music and dance for the first time is expected to attract a large number of devotees, according to the organization board. The 2016 event entitled "710 years of the founding of Thuan Hoa-Phu Xuan; cultural heritage with integration and development" will take place in Hue ancient capital in Thua Thien- Hue Province from April 29 to May 04, 2016. Many art troupes from around 20 countries and territories throughout the world have registered to take part in the festival, such as the L’Homme Debout, Hip hop Par Terre and Fuzeta of France; the Cancer of Denmark; Amurskie Zori of Russia; Della Mae of the U.S.; singer Anna Calvi from the UK and more. As an international event, the festival will offer a number of cultural activities presenting Hue royal art and folk art, including "Dem Hoang Cung" (Royal Night), street festival, exhibitions on Hue’s art of kite flying and calligraphy, a concert marking musican Trinh Cong Son's … [Read more...]

The Hanoitimes - A press conference to reveal the 2016 Hue Festival themed "Cultural heritage with integration and development, 710 years since the founding of Thuan Hoa-Phu Xuan (now Thua Thien-Hue) was held in Hanoi on December 17. The 9th Hue Festival, which will take place in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue from April 29 to May 4, 2016, will attract numerous domestic and international tourists. So far, the Hue Festivals have confirmed the brand and joined the professional festival community in the world. Deputy head of the event’s organisation board Che Cong Chung said the Hue Festival is the first modern festival organised in Vietnam following the models of famous cities all over the world. The success of the biennial event has boosted Hue’s determination to build the first festival city in the country. According to the organising board, more than 60 art troupes from 47 countries worldwide will join 53 domestic ones in the 2016 Hue Festival. The … [Read more...]

(Cinet)- A press conference informed some activities at the Hue festival 2016 with a participation of more than 60 art troupes from 47 countries worldwide on December 17. Over art troupes from 47 countries worldwide will take place in Thua Thien Hue on April 29 to May 4, 2016. Speaking at a press conference, deputy head of the event’s organisation board Che Cong Chung said the festival’s activities would feature the province’s historical and cultural events, including celebrations marking the 710 years since the founding of Thuan Hoa-Phu Xuan (now Thua Thien-Hue) and 380 years of Hue city. Vietnamese and foreign artists will join together in art performances in the Hue Citadel, An Dinh Palace and other places in the Complex of Hue Monuments. The "Dem Hoang Cung" (Royal Night) and "Huyen thoai Phuong Dong" (Orient legendary) will be held in the Ngo Mon-Ky Dai Square, enacting original royal activities.There will also be exhibitions, kite and calligraphy … [Read more...]

More than 60 art troupes from 47 countries worldwide will join 53 local ones in the 2016 Hue Festival, which will take place in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue from April 29 to May 4, 2016. The figures are much more than those of 2000 - 15 domestic troupes and seven foreign ones. Speaking at a press conference in Hanoi on December 17, deputy head of the event’s organisation board Che Cong Chung said the festival’s activities will feature the province’s historical and cultural events, including celebrations marking the 710 years since the founding of Thuan Hoa-Phu Xuan (now Thua Thien-Hue) and 380 years of Hue city. Within the festival, mayors of cities in East Asia and Latin America will gather together in a conference during which Hue will receive a certificate recognising it as a cultural city, he added. Chung said the Hue Festival is the first modern festival organised in Vietnam following the models of famous cities all over the world. The success … [Read more...]

(Cinet)-The 9th Hue festival will take place from April 29, 2016 to May 04, 2016 with many activities. Hue Festival is among the most expected events of this tranquil city. In this special event, a wide variety of traditional activities of Vietnam such as calligraphy exhibition, kites playing and human chest playing are conducted. Also, re-creations of special events are carried out, such as the occasion of Nguyen Hue's enthronement and Nguyen Dynasty's Doctorial examinations, and performances of dance and fireworks are included. Besides, the festival is also acombination of culture,art and tourism activities with great attraction and high community orientation, which will contribute to promoting local socio-economic development, including: "Royal Night", "Orient Legends", Water Music program on Huong River in Gia Hoi Park; performances of famous musicians like Kitaro and Yanni in Ngo Mon-Ky Dai Square, DJ Music Night by artist Tisetto in Tu Do Stadium, nightly art performances of … [Read more...]

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VietNamNet Bridge – The authorities of Thua Thien - Hue Province have announced that the Hue Festival 2016 will take place from April 29 to May 4, 2016, with the participation of world famous musician Yanni. The highlight of the festival will be the opening night celebrating 710 years since the founding of Thuan Hoa-Phu Xuan (now Thua Thien-Hue). Additionally, Vietnamese and foreign artists will join together for art performances in the Hue Citadel, An Dinh Palace and other places in the Complex of Hue Monuments. The "Dem Hoang Cung" (Royal Night) and "Huyen thoai Phuong Dong" (Orient legendary) events will also be held in the Ngo Mon-Ky Dai Square. Other programs such as a Hue international carnival week (HICW), a beer festival, international food festival and a Got talent –TV show will be arranged in the Thuong Bac Park. As an international event, the festival will offer a number of exhibitions and fairs featuring cultural characteristics and traditional games … [Read more...]

VGP - The 2016 Hue Festival, themed 710 years of Thuan Hoa-Phu Xuan-Thua Thien Hue – Cultural heritage with integration and development, will take place in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue from April 29-May 4, 2016. A number of artistic programs representing cultures around the world as well as activities related to culture, tourism, festivals and art at the event will contribute to promoting local socio-economic development. Vietnamese and foreign artists will join together for art performances in the Hue Citadel, An Dinh Palace and other places in the Complex of Hue Monuments. The "Dem Hoang Cung" (Royal Night) and "Huyen thoai Phuong Dong" (Orient legendary) events will also be held in the Ngo Mon-Ky Dai Square. A prominent national event, the festival will offer a number of exhibitions and fairs featuring cultural characteristics and traditional games and dishes from many localities across the country. By Thuy Dung … [Read more...]

(Cinet)- The 9th Hue Festival entitled "710 years since the founding of Thuan Hoa-Phu Xuan; cultural heritage with integration and development" will take place from April 29 to May 04, 2016. Cultures of countries worldwide will be brought together at the Festival. Activities related to culture, tourism, festivals and art will contribute to promoting local socio-economic development. The highlight of the festival will be the opening night celebrating the 710 years since the founding of Thuan Hoa-Phu Xuan (now ThuaThien-Hue). Additionally, Vietnamese and foreign artists will join together for art performances in the Hue Citadel, An Dinh Palace and other places in the Complex of Hue Monuments. The "Dem Hoang Cung" (Royal Night) and "Huyenthoai Phuong Dong" (Orient legendary) events will also be held in the Ngo Mon-Ky Dai Square. Other programmes such as a Hue international carnival week (HICW); a beer festival, international food festival and a Got talent –TV show will be … [Read more...]

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Some 1,000 international sea travelers have been treated to royal culinary delights and lifestyle during a banquet, said to be the largest ever held inside the royal palace in Hue City, on Thursday as part of a tourist promotion program. The banquet was thrown at the Royal Palace, which is located in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue. The Royal Palace is part of the UNESCO-recognized Complex of Hue Monuments in Hue City – the provincial capital. The royal feast is believed to be the largest ever organized inside the Royal Palace. It offered some 1,000 foreign tourists nine Hue delicacies and a wide array of night royal activities, including dances, UNESCO-recognized "nha nhac" (courtly music) performances, and games. The banquet was modeled after a program called "Dem Hoang Cung" (Royal Night), which was a highlight at several editions of the city’s signature Hue Festival. As it rained during the feast, many tourists were wearing raincoats and holding … [Read more...]

Truong Tien Bridge, one of Hue's icons, was stunningly lit up with some 4,000 candles in a spectacular fire installation performance by a foreign troupe last night, Apr 18, to the delight of some thousand domestic and international tourists. With the flickering fire, the bridge cast its shadows over the city's iconic Huong river. Locals and tourists alike flocked to the streets near the bridge, trying to get the best view of the 'fiery' bridge. They could also stroll beneath the fire and look up to admire French artist Sébastien Laval's 62 photos featuring Vietnam's ethnic minority communities. The photos, hung over the bridge, required that spectators look up, which is indicative of a change in people's attitudes towards ethnic people from oblivion to recognition and respect. "Carabosse" troupe first joined the Hue Festival in 2012, when they lit up the Royal Citadel. The performance will be held once more at 7.30pm tomorrow, Apr 20, and will provide a … [Read more...]