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Hanoi resurrects ancient ritual

Hanoi resurrects ancient ritual

In June, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel hosts a variety of events and performances to revive Hanoi's ancient culture.

MICHELIN Guide 2024 to honor Vietnamese cuisine

MICHELIN Guide 2024 to honor Vietnamese cuisine

The prestigious and exclusive gastronomic event helps celebrate the accomplishments of the vibrant culinary communities in three of Vietnam's major cities: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Danang.

Old Vietnamese steam locomotives back on rails

Old Vietnamese steam locomotives back on rails

With a new look but still retaining the image of the old train, Vietnam's vintage steam locomotives from the 1960s promise to provide an exciting travel experience through the heritage region of Central Vietnam.

Swan Lake ballet returns to Hanoi Opera

Swan Lake ballet returns to Hanoi Opera

The Vietnam National Opera and Ballet (VNOB) will present the original Russian version of the ballet Swan Lake, choreographed by Meritorious Artist Luu Thu Lan.

Spreading Vietnamese culture in Cambodia

Spreading Vietnamese culture in Cambodia

Vietnam Cultural Week in Cambodia showcases the unique and diverse culture of the Vietnamese people to the public and strengthens ties between the two neighboring countries.

Adding contemporary touches to folk painting

Adding contemporary touches to folk painting

As a young person with a strong background in fine arts and a large network of contacts with many artisans, Hanoi-based artist Nam Chi is always concerned about finding ways to revive folk paintings that are in danger of disappearing.