Culture

Border Spring warms people's hearts - special art political program

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The political and artistic program "Border Spring warms people's hearts 2026" is organized by the Border Guard Command in coordination with the Provincial Party Committee, Ha Tinh Provincial People's Committee and Vietnam Television Station.

Ho Chi Minh City Writers' Association receives 110 more members

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On January 29, at the 2025 year-end summary meeting of the Ho Chi Minh City Writers' Association, Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City Writers' Association Trinh Bich Ngan shared about the Association's goals for 2026.

Ao Dai and the problem of preserving Vietnamese cultural soul

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Near Tet, many women are bustling shopping for Tet ao dai with many styles, from traditional to modern ao dai trends.

Lao Dong reporter's photo series will be exhibited in Kyoto (Japan)

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The Organizing Committee of FotoZofio (Japan) on January 28 announced the results of the public selection for the 2026 exhibition.

Vieng Phu Market in 2026 ready for the New Year's session

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Ninh Binh - Localities have developed plans, ready for the meeting on the first day of the new year of Vieng Phu market in 2026.

Living with the 700-year-old Nguyen Xa water puppet heritage

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The water puppet troupe in Nguyen Xa village (Hung Yen) has existed for more than 700 years, quietly and persistently preserving unique folk art, closely associated with the lives and memories of farmers in the Northern Delta region.

Heritage and strategy for cultural industry development

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In the context of globalization and the rise of the knowledge economy, culture is no longer simply considered from a conservation perspective but has become an important source of resources to promote economic growth.

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.