Kite flute takes Vietnamese heritage beyond borders

19/09/2026
03:08

Two artists are taking the authentic sounds of Vietnam's countryside across national borders by reimagining the traditional kite flute. From the streets of Japan and Germany to performances in Austria, this unique instrument brings a symbol of peace, nature, and cultural heritage to international audiences.

Kite flute takes Vietnamese heritage beyond borders

Kite flute takes Vietnamese heritage beyond borders

Culture 03:08

Two artists are taking the authentic sounds of Vietnam's countryside across national borders by reimagining the traditional kite flute. From the streets of Japan and Germany to performances in Austria, this unique instrument brings a symbol of peace, nature, and cultural heritage to international audiences.

Phu Quoc LRT blends culture and technology

Phu Quoc LRT blends culture and technology

Culture 01:55

Vietnam is building its first light rail transit (LRT) line designed to serve a major international event, APEC 2027 in Phu Quoc. But beyond transport, the project has another ambition: to showcase Vietnamese culture.

Traditional music embodies Can Tho heritage

Traditional music embodies Can Tho heritage

Culture 02:52

At the lively Cai Rang Floating Market, traditional music adds a unique touch to the Can Tho experience. There is no grand stage, no distance between the performers and audience.

When chèo drums echo in the heart of Europe

When chèo drums echo in the heart of Europe

Culture 03:16

In Prague, the familiar sounds of chèo drums and folk melodies filled the air at the 2026 European Chèo Festival. The event brought together chèo lovers to meet, connect, and perform, while promoting, preserving, and passing on Vietnam’s traditional cultural values to future generations.

Ro Pagoda Ox Racing Festival bursts with excitement

Ro Pagoda Ox Racing Festival bursts with excitement

Culture 02:59

Thundering hooves, flying mud and roaring crowds. The Ro Pagoda Ox Racing Festival transformed a quiet corner of An Giang Province into a celebration of speed and local culture. Held on an unprecedented scale in 2026, the event drew thousands of visitors.

Locals' passion fuels Ro Pagoda Ox Racing

Locals' passion fuels Ro Pagoda Ox Racing

Culture 02:55

The 2026 Ro Pagoda Ox Racing Festival opened on 13 September in An Cu Ward, An Giang Province. Long before pairs of oxen thunder across the muddy track, local owners devote months to feeding, training and caring for them. Behind the excitement lies a generations-old tradition sustained by the passion and devotion of the Bay Nui community.