A cultural festival opened Sunday, September 17,in the city of Daejon as part of the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the Republic of Korea and Vietnam.

World dance festival opens in Ninh Binh

The International Dance Festival 2017 kicked off in the northern province of Ninh Binh on September 16, drawing the participation of about 300 domestic and foreign artists.

New life in Tan Lac district

(HBO) – Away from the urban hustle, Tan Lac district in the northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh is still moving forwards on the path of reform and development. That is my own thought about the land and Muong ethnic minority people here.

Vietnamese film Father and Son to vie for Oscar

The film Cha cong con (Father and Son) has beaten out two other nominees to attempt to represent Vietnamese cinema at the 2018 Oscars and is being submitted to the award ceremony’s qualifying round.

Paragliding festival starts Sept. 22 in Yen Bai Province

A paragliding festival will transpire September 22-24 at the Khau Pha Pass in the district of Mu Cang Chai in northern Yen Bai Province, reports the HanoiMoi online newspaper.

Vietnamese classic to be screened at ASEAN Film Festival

Vietnam will present the classic film, Bao Gio Cho Den Thang Muoi (When October Comes) at ASEAN Film Festival 2017, which kicked off in Cambodia on September 8.

Nearly 300 artists join provincial popular art festival 2017

HBO – The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Hoa Binh province has just organised the 2017 Popular Art Festival. The opening ceremony was attended by Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Van Chuong.

German Film Festival returns to Vietnam

The 8th German film festival in Vietnam will take place from September 6 to 16 in Hanoi, Hai Phong, Hue, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City.

Homestay households around Hoa Binh lake offered equipment

(HBO) – The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Hoa Binh province on September 1 presented new equipment to 15 households who are supplying homestay services in Tan Lac and Da Bac districts. The move was expected to promote community-based tourism development in accordance with the provincial People’s Committee’s decision.

Ao Dai collection to open at Couture Fashion Week New York

Celebrity fashion designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam will present his latest compilation entitled – The Golden Lotus Ao Dai Collection – at the opening of the 26th season of Couture Fashion Week New York.

Preparations for festival of typical community-based tourism villages in Vietnam

(HBO) – The organising board of the festival of typical community-based tourism villages in Vietnam for 2017 on August 30 convened a conference to discuss preparations for the event in Mai Chau district.

Vietnamese Ao dai enchants Seoul audience

The glamour of Vietnamese Ao dai (traditional long dress) was brought closer to our international friends through a stellar show jointly held by the Vietnamese Embassy in the Republic of Korea and the Korea Foundation for International Culture Exchange (KOFICE) on August 30.

National Day Festival enhances unity among ethnic groups

A cultural program will be held in September at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi to celebrate Vietnam’s 72nd National Day.

Classic Russian books translated into Vietnamese

Four new classical and contemporary Russian literary works have been translated into Vietnamese, making them available for local readers.

Hue’s iconic bridge gets a makeover

The iconic iron bridge Truong Tien in the former imperial capital of Hue is getting an overhaul in an effort to return it to its design under the era of the country’s last emperor Bao Dai (1926-1945).

UNESCO-recognised documentary heritages to be showcased in Hanoi

Documentary heritages of the Nguyen Dynasty will be introduced to people in Hanoi through an exhibition called 'Accessing world's documentary heritages in Vietnam through Nguyen Dynasty's documentary heritages'.

HCMC turns Bui Vien Street into pedestrian space at weekends

Bui Vien Street, a popular destination with Western backpackers in Ho Chi Minh City, has been pedestrianised and officially opened to the public on the evening of August 20.

Hanoi authorities appreciate contributions to capital’s development

Chairman of Hanoi municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung has stated that Hanoi authorities and citizens always appreciate contributions made by individuals and organisations to the development of the capital city.

2017 Vietnam Film Festival to take place in Da Nang

The 20th Vietnam Film Festival 2017, themed ‘Building a modern and humane cinematic industry’ will take place in Da Nang city from November 24 to 28 of the same month.

Lighting up faith in traditional brocade weaving

(HBO) – To Duong Thi Bin, brocade weaving is not only a job but also a passion. The woman, who comes from Luc hamlet, Yen Nghiep commune, Lac Son district of Hoa Binh province, always wants the brocade weaving will be preserved and developed in her hometown and her love for brocade has lit up faith of young generation in the future of the traditional craft.

"ASEAN People and Countries" exhibition opens in Hai Phong

A photography exhibition entitled "ASEAN People and Countries” comenced at the Hai Phong Fine Arts Centre on August 7, as part of the celebration to mark the 50th anniversary of the founding of ASEAN (1967-2017).

Muong Chieng commune diversifies public art activities

(HBO) – The mass art movement in Muong Chieng commune (Da Bac district, Hoa Binh province) has developed over the past time with the engagement of numerous people, creating an exciting atmosphere in production and improving locals’ spiritual and cultural lives. Art performances have played an important role in promoting local traditional cultural values.

Vietnamese designer to join New York Couture Fashion Week

Do Trinh Hoai Nam has become the first Vietnamese designer surpassing over 30 well-known international designers to bring his latest collection to the prestigious New York Couture Fashion Week 2017 on September 8, in New York.

Hanoi to turn Trinh Cong Son street into walking zone

Hanoian authorities have decided to turn Trinh Cong Son street in Tay Ho district into a walking route, starting on August 19, to provide Hanoians with an additional space for walking and enjoying traditional artistic performances and cuisine.

Photos of ASEAN countries, people exhibited

An outdoor photo exhibition showcasing the beauty of the landscape, culture and people of ASEAN countries opened at Ly Thai To Statue Square on Hanoi’s walking street on August 5.