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In Vietnam, Tia-Thuy Nguyen is not only recognized as a fashion designer with her brand Thuy Design House but also as an artist. The exhibition titled ‘Flower of Life’ was inspired by her life and the loss she experienced after the passing of her beloved father in 2022. ‘Flower of Life’ is inspired by Tia-Thuy Nguyen’s life and the passing of her beloved father. Photo: Supplied Tia-Thuy Nguyen mentioned that her father’s death compelled her to revisit the memories they shared, and she learned to cherish every moment in life. “The loss led me to reflect more deeply on pain, the significance of death, and the process of rebirth. This also became the inspiration for me to create the artwork ‘Flower of Life’ and explore the possibilities of reuse and regeneration in life.” “I believe that everything in this world has the capacity to change and evolve, just like how a dead tree can transform into a beautiful piece of art.” Workers use the welding technique to cover...

This is the first time a Vietnamese film has been shared with South African audiences. Heather Dixon, a local viewer, expressed that through the film, she can experience the beauty of Vietnam. In addition to the film, the Vietnamese Embassy also brought many publications about the culture, nation, and people of Vietnam, as well as some Vietnamese products. Taking place over three days from November 17-19 in Johannesburg, the ASEAN Film Festival, an initiative of the ASEAN Committee in Pretoria, showcased renowned films from seven countries – Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. During the opening ceremony, Myanmar’s Ambassador Myint Swe stated that the event aims to strengthen connections among ASEAN countries in South Africa and, simultaneously, enhance the comprehensive relations between the association and South Africa. It is expected to promote the image of a dynamic, united, and friendly ASEAN to international friends. Raymond Medhur...

Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung shared during his meeting with French Minister of Culture Rima Abdul Malak in Paris on November 17 that Vietnam is an active member making significant contributions to the activities of the Francophone community. During the meeting, he praised the effective operation of two cultural centers – the French Institute in Vietnam and the Vietnamese Cultural Center in France – as they actively serve as a cultural bridge connecting the two nations through diverse activities. In response, French Minister Rima Abdul Malak stated that the relationship between France and Vietnam is traditionally rooted in history, with cultural cooperation shining as a bright spot that connects the two peoples together. She emphasized that France pays attention to and focuses on developing cultural and creative industries that bring high-quality values ​​to the younger generations. The French Minister proposed programs to translate French literary wo...

Da Nang is the only representative of Vietnam named in the list, following Bangkok Chinatown in Thailand. “Asia is back — brighter, bolder, and more ambitious than ever. The region took longer than others to shake off pandemic-related travel restrictions and border closures, but has returned in full force, eager to remind international travelers what they’ve been missing,” according to the U.S. magazine. Da Nang, a modern beach city located amidst dozens of UNESCO-recognized sites in Vietnam’s heartland — including Hoi An City and the former imperial capital city of Hue — is one of Asia’s big post-COVID-19 success stories. The city welcomed more than 1.6 million international tourist arrivals in the January-September period this year, exceeding the target of 1.5 million set early this year. Many international air routes have been reopened, making the city easier to get to than ever. Tourists visit Ba Na Hills, a popular tourist site in Da Nang City, central Vietnam. So...

The site offers visitors a peaceful atmosphere and fresh air, and this is the main reason that the site attracts plenty of foreign tourists every year. In the Luon cave area, foreign tourists are excited at engaging in the rowing boat service. Impressed by the peaceful scenery of Ha Long Bay, a group of Korean tourists sing romantic songs. According to the Ha Long Bay management board, international visitors mainly come from Europe, the Republic of Korea, and China, as well as India. Peter, an Australian tourist, says he is surprised by the scenery of Ha Long Bay as the water is clear blue. He also appreciates people picking up rubbish while rowing boats. A view of Ha Long Bay from Trong cave Ti Top Island is popular due to its breathtaking scenery and pleasant weather, making the beach a must-visit destination. Covering a total area of 3.7 hectares, Ti Top Island is one of the smallest islands making up Ha Long...

Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung has recently approved a decision to include 30 more practices, representations, and knowledge in the list of national intangible cultural heritage. The Black H’mong women in Sapa, Lao Cai Province are renowned for their skill in weaving cloth from hemp and dyeing it a deep indigo blue. Photo: Sapa Ecolodge This presents a great opportunity for localities to promote heritage conservation and transform them into tourist attractions that will attract more visitors. The newly recognized intangible heritage includes the craft of making Lai Vung spring rolls in Dong Thap Province, the Liem Thuan drum singing in Ha Nam Province, the Vovinam martial arts in Ho Chi Minh City, the Bong Dien Festival in Thai Binh Province, the art of making Black H’Mong ethnic group costumes in Lao Cai Province, the Co Lao ethnic group forest worship ceremony in Ha Giang Province, Kieu singing in Quang Binh Province, and many others. The tra...

Hang Gai Ward People’s Committee, in collaboration with curator Nguyen The Son and Young Artists Group “ From Tradition to Tradition ,” presents the thematic exhibition “The Story of the Street’s Communal House” at Ha Vi and Tu Thi Communal Houses in downtown Hanoi. The Parade celebrates the opening of thematic exhibitions at Hanoi’s Ha Vi and Tu Thi community houses. Photo: Cong Luan Newspaper The cultural event aims to celebrate the 18th anniversary of Vietnam’s Cultural Heritage Day, which falls on November 23, and the Hanoi People’s Committee’s recognition of the Hoan Kiem Lake area – its surroundings and the Old Quarter of Hanoi – as a city-level tourism zone. The exhibition features a variety of Hanoi’s traditional handicrafts, such as silk, lacquer, and hand embroidery, as well as sketches and photographs of Hanoi, among others. In addition, the new collection of brand identities of  Ha Vi  and Tu Thi Communal Houses will also be launched. By scanning t...