Culture

Duong Le Binh's Kong Tuoc premieres in Hanoi for the first time

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For the first time, Duong Le Binh - a famous Chinese artist - brought the ballet "Khong Tuoc" to perform in Hanoi, from March 6 to 8 at the Ho Guom Theater.

Hue Tet, rich in traditional culture, awaits visitors

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HUE - The program "Tet Phu Xuan - Kinh Ky Flavor" 2026 promises to bring a rich, colorful Hue Tet space and unique cultural activities.

Village chief loves painting, preserving the soul of the countryside through each brushstroke

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Quang Tri - Not only dedicated to village work, Mr. Cao Thanh Nam - head of Liem Hoa village - is passionate about painting, entrusting love for his homeland through each brushstroke.

Cultural industry in Japan and experience for Vietnam

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In the context of the 21st century global economy shifting strongly to a knowledge and creative economy, Japan's cultural industry has emerged as a global phenomenon, combining tradition with innovation.

Poetry page: Far and near

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The name of a feature film produced in 1983 by director Huy Thanh evokes "Journey of Days and Nights" from 1972: "Very long and very far/ Are days of longing/ Where flames shine/ Is the heart, is the loving heart/ Day and night we are together/ You and I still live close to each other" (poem: Bui Cong Minh, music: Phan Huynh Dieu).

Mystery of a hundred-year-old Ngoc well in Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex

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Ninh Binh - Ngoc well contains many mysteries associated with many legends about Zen master Nguyen Minh Khong taking water from the well to decoct medicine to treat the king.

Renovation and embellishment of Dien Khanh Ancient Citadel still entangled in site clearance

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The project to restore and embellish Dien Khanh Ancient Citadel is being accelerated by the investor. However, the project is still facing difficulties due to site clearance problems.

Artist Phuong Lien choked up when Hong Nga's health deteriorated

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Artist Phuong Lien had a meeting with artist Hong Nga at her private house in Ho Chi Minh City.

Then heritage faces the challenges of urbanization

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With the dedication of a person working in research and teaching, Dr. Nguyen Thi Tuyet Nhung (Member of the Vietnam Folk Arts Association, lecturer at Viet Bac College of Culture and Arts) has spent many years deciphering the "original" values of Then. A reporter from Lao Dong Newspaper had an interview with Dr. Nguyen Thi Tuyet Nhung.

Tao Quan stops production, costume designer sends wishes

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Meritorious Artist, designer Duc Hung - who has been attached to the program's costumes for many years, shared a story about Tao Quan before the information of temporary suspension.

Special art program connecting Vietnam - Laos friendship

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On the evening of January 9, the National Stadium of Laos (Vientiane Capital) shone in the art night "Vietnam - Laos: Epic of Friendship" on an unprecedented scale.

Bringing the sadness of war out of 50 typical literary and artistic works

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On November 13, 2025, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism issued Decision No. 4313/QD-BVHTTDL on the acceptance and announcement of the voting results for 50 typical and outstanding Vietnamese literary and performing arts works after the country's reunification day (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025), including the work War Sadness by writer Bao Ninh.

Strange structure at King Thieu Tri's tomb to be dismantled soon

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The Department of Culture and Sports (VHTT) of Hue city proposed that the Hue Ancient Capital Relic Preservation Center (BTDTCD) immediately dismantle illegal construction works located in the protection area I and the adjacent area of King Thieu Tri's tomb relic.

Tet ao dai photo trend with traditional cultural colors

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Hanoi - Many young people choose the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology as a photo spot for Tet ao dai to find a traditional cultural space.

Water puppetry and the journey to the world

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From the Northern village pond to UNESCO records, water puppetry is facing the opportunity to spread strongly on the world cultural map.

During Tet season, a long-standing garment hamlet in Can Tho increases shifts to serve customers

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Can Tho - The quick hands of tailors seem to be racing against time, meticulously threading each stitch to deliver goods in time for customers to wear for Tet.

Tao Quan stops: Economic problem and young audience

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Tao Quan 2026 is officially confirmed by VTV to stop production.

Vietnam tourism conquers new peaks

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After a year with many record results, Vietnam's tourism industry entered 2026 with the goal of welcoming 25 million international visitors, achieving total revenue of 1.125 million billion VND (an increase of about 11-13% compared to 2025). However, challenges in competition, service quality and sustainable development require strong transformation.

Vietnam tourism forecast to break through in 2026

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Vietnamese tourism is forecast to break through in 2026, with the number of visitors from China, Korea, and the US potentially creating a record boost.

Khanh Hoa strives to welcome 6 million international visitors in 2026

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Khanh Hoa tourism is making a strong breakthrough after merging with Ninh Thuan, focusing on developing new products and organizing major events.