Artisans in Bau Truc Pottery Village, Khanh Hoa Province, have successfully created two three-metre-tall ceramic vases using traditional Cham techniques. Crafted by 12 women over 45 days, the record-sized pots required meticulous building and specialised firing. The landmark achievement highlights the community's dedication to preserving their cultural heritage for the village's upcoming pottery festival.
Artisans in Bau Truc Pottery Village, Khanh Hoa Province, have successfully created two three-metre-tall ceramic vases using traditional Cham techniques. Crafted by 12 women over 45 days, the record-sized pots required meticulous building and specialised firing. The landmark achievement highlights the community's dedication to preserving their cultural heritage for the village's upcoming pottery festival.
Marriott International's Future of Food report highlights that diners across the Asia-Pacific region are increasingly seeking authentic local ingredients and cultural storytelling. In Vietnam, chefs are leveraging familiar elements like bánh mì textures and native herbs to refine culinary offerings. This emphasis on local identity and wellness-focused cuisine is helping drive growth in the country's hospitality sector.
What happens when a centuries-old village meets a rapidly changing Vietnam? In Duong Lam, ancient houses are still lived in, traditional crafts are still made, and recipes are still passed down from one generation to the next. Here, preserving heritage is not about keeping the past frozen — it is about finding a way to let it live on.
After four days of engaging activities at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the 2nd Hanoi World Cultural Festival has successfully concluded.
The 1st of October is the International Day of Older Persons, a day to honour the contributions of older people to their families and communities. For many Vietnamese living abroad, old age is not simply a time to slow down. It can also be a time to stay active, support the community, and maintain ties with their homeland.
Along the Huong River in Hue City, many older residents of Kim Long Ward are staying active and closely connected to their community. On the International Day of Older Persons, their simple daily routines - from morning exercise and gardening to spending time with neighbours - offer a glimpse into ageing with health, purpose, and companionship.