After a vibrant week of activities, the 2026 Đà Nẵng Asian Film Festival (DANAFF) has come to a close. Beyond film screenings and award ceremonies, the DANAFF talents programme has played an important role in nurturing the next generation of filmmakers, as well as opening up new opportunities for Vietnamese cinema to integrate into the global film industry.
My Son Sanctuary, which was recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1999, gets thousands of visitors each year. International cooperation has been key to bringing this centuries-old site back to life. Restoration projects involving Vietnamese and foreign experts have used advanced archaeological and conservation techniques to safeguard the distinctive architectural heritage of the Champa civilisation.
In Ho Chi Minh City, a bold fashion scene finds emerging local brands and legendary fashion houses thriving in unique shopping complexes. Beyond providing a diverse shopping experience, these shopping complexes have become sought-after destinations for travellers visiting the city. As fashion turns into a compelling reason to visit Ho Chi Minh City, shopping activities are helping stimulate consumer spending and boosting revenue for the city's tourism and service sectors.
The second Thang Long-Hanoi Festival, themed “Heritage Flow,” will take place in the capital from 11 to 20 September. This year’s festival aims to connect the heritage of Thang Long-Hanoi with contemporary life through a series of cultural and artistic activities across the city.
A historical action film inspired by the 10th-century Dinh Dynasty premiered in Ninh Binh. Ho Linh Trang Si - Bí ẩn mộ Vua Đinh or The Mystery of King Dinh's Tomb was introduced at the Bai Dinh International Convention Centre, combining legend, action and historical elements in a story linked to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu.
An emerging movement among contemporary illustrators is looking beyond familiar sights to promote lesser-known folk heritages through conceptual art and immersive digital technology.
Khanh Hoa Province is preparing a nomination file for UNESCO recognition of the Practice of Venerating Mother Goddess Thiên Y A Na as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Rooted in the coastal south-central region, the practice reflects a distinctive cultural blend between the Chăm and Vietnamese communities.