Literature

The calligraphers, who will all be dressed in ao dai, a Vietnamese traditional dress, will be made up of both men and women of varying ages and will produce their calligraphy in black and yellow ink on red paper. … [Read more...] about Temple of Literature named as host of calligraphy spring festival 2020

“Though this is only Yến’s second book, her contributions to Vietnamese literature are not small,” he said. “There have been many pieces on land reforms, on cracks (disputes) in society, but no writers have mentioned the process to fix the cracks, to heal social ‘injuries’.” … [Read more...] about Best writers of 2019 receive awards

The art of calligraphy expresses local people’s respect for knowledge. Ahead of Tet, many people chose to have calligraphic works done in either Vietnamese, Chinese, or Han-Nom scripts from elderly scholars. Each of the scripts are written on beautiful  paper and serve as symbols of good fortune. … [Read more...] about Hanoi calligraphy festival set to run during Tet

Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Blind musician Ha Van Chuong has released a book titled Nham Mat Nhin Sao (Watching Stars With Closed Eyes) aiming to inspire people with disabilities.  The 300-page book tells the story of Chuong, who went blind at the age of two.  "I have been in darkness nearly all my life and I can't change that. I choose darkness to be my friend," said Chuong. "Then, my imagination soars." Inspirational speaker Nick Vujicic from Australia was invited to Vietnam in 2013 and has inspired a lot of people, including Chuong. "I want people around the world to know there are many Vietnamese like Vujicic," Chuong said.  His idea was supported by Tran Van Phuoc, Director of Tri Viet First News company. The book has been published by the company and Writers' Association Publishing House. This is the story of the blind musician who composes and sings. In his autobiography, he tells stories … [Read more...] about Blind musician releases inspirational book

A Cay Neu (bamboo pole) erecting ceremony. Photo: thanhtra.com.vn The “Ancient fragrance of Tet cake” program, which features a banh chung and banh tet making competition, is scheduled on January 18. Meanwhile, the flag tower will be lit up and cannons will be fired on New Year Eve. … [Read more...] about Traditional Tet revived at Hue citadel