H’re people’s brocade weaving recognised as national intangible cultural heritage Traditional brocade products of H're people are popular among other ethnic groups, serving the daily needs of communities, contributing to conserving the locality’s traditional culture and improving incomes for weavers. … [Read more...] about H’re people’s brocade weaving recognised as national intangible cultural heritage
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Ancient pagoda in Nam Dinh recognised as national cultural heritage
Keo Hanh Thien Pagoda is one of the most ancient pagodas in Vietnam whose architecture has been preserved intact over its 400 year-old history. — (Source: vuanhiepanh.com) Nam Dinh (VNA) – Over-400-year-old Keo Hanh Thien Pagoda in the northern province of Nam Dinh has been recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage. A ceremony was held in Xuan Truong district on October 8 to receive the recognition and also kick off the Keo Hanh Thien Pagoda Festival 2019. According to Tran Le Doai, Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee, the ancient pagoda, which dates back to the Ly Dynasty (1009–1225), was a space for villagers to pay tribute to Zen master Duong Khong Lo, who significantly contributed to the development of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha during the Ly Dynasty. “The National Intangible Cultural Heritage recognition will promote the historical, cultural and architectural values of Keo Hanh Thien Pagoda,” he … [Read more...] about Ancient pagoda in Nam Dinh recognised as national cultural heritage
First folk festival to highlight Hanoi’s traditional culture, heritage
Products of Van Phuc silk village (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The first-ever folk festival honouring Hanoi’s traditional and contemporary culture as well as cultural heritages will be held at the Ly Thai To Statue Square beside Hoan Kiem Lake in the heart of the capital city on November 15-17, according to the municipal Department of Culture and Sports. The festival is part of activities to mark the Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23) and respond to the city’s nomination to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. An exhibiting area will be set up to introduce local traditional craft villages like Van Phuc silk village, Bat Trang pottery village, Phu Vinh bamboo and rattan village, and Ha Thai lacquer village. Besides, the villages’ modern products that meet demands of domestic and foreign markets will be nudged closer to the visitors. In addition, a traditional art space will offer an opportunity for local residents and tourists to discover the … [Read more...] about First folk festival to highlight Hanoi’s traditional culture, heritage
Tay Ninh province promotes culture, trade, tourism in Hanoi
The Great Divine Temple of Caodaism, one of the destinations in Tay Ninh province. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Unique performing arts of ethnic minority people in the southwestern province of Tay Ninh started the Tay Ninh Day in Hanoi. The opening ceremony took place on September 27 at Ly Thai To flower garden near Hoan Kiem Lake. The performance highlighted various intangible cultural heritages of the province such as ‘don ca tai tu’ (Southern instrumental music and singing), Chhay-dam drum dance and Cham dance. With the theme Beauty of Tay Ninh, the three-day festival helps promote Tay Ninh’s unique culture, trade and tourism potential, as well as attracting investment to the province. The event is co-organised by the People Committees of Hanoi and Tay Ninh, and the national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines as part of activities to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the capital’s Liberation Day (October 10). A photo exhibition on provincial socio-economic and … [Read more...] about Tay Ninh province promotes culture, trade, tourism in Hanoi
600 artisans to join second Thai ethnic cultural festival
"Mua xoe", a traditional dance of Thai ethnic people (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – As many as 600 artisans and artists from Thai ethnic groups of Son La, Lai chau, Yen Bai, Thanh Hoa and Dien Bien provinces are expected to join the second Thai ethnic cultural festival in Dien Bien from October 18 to 20. The information was revealed by Director of the Department of Ethnic Culture under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Thi Hai Nhung at a press conference in Hanoi on October 8. The event aims to preserve and promote the Thai unique culture in the period of national integration and development. Various cultural, sport and tourism events will be held such as performing Thai ethnic traditional costumes, introducing cultural activities of Thai ethnic groups, and promoting local tourism products. Visitors can also learn about Thai ethnic groups’ brocade weaving skills and take part in folk games such as walking on stilts, crossbow shooting, and tug of war. … [Read more...] about 600 artisans to join second Thai ethnic cultural festival