Preserving culture, empowering communities

15/04/2026
03:17

Sơn La, a mountainous province in Việt Nam, where more than 83% of the population are ethnic groups. In recent years, alongside socio-economic development goals, the province has placed strong emphasis on preserving and promoting ethnic cultural identities, closely linked with efforts to improve the material and spiritual lives of local people.

Thang Long Festival to bridge heritage, contemporary creativity

Thang Long Festival to bridge heritage, contemporary creativity

Culture 02:45

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.

Cultural illustration leaps beyond canvas

Cultural illustration leaps beyond canvas

Culture 03:07

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 preserves Mother Goddess Veneration

Khanh Hoa preserves Mother Goddess Veneration

Culture 02:15

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.

Hue Nam Festival venerates Mother Goddess

Hue Nam Festival venerates Mother Goddess

Culture 01:56

Every third and seventh lunar month, the Hương River in Hue City comes alive with dozens of colourful dragon boats heading upstream to Hue Nam Temple. This sacred site preserves the city's spiritual traditions. Since being recognised as a national intangible cultural heritage, the Hue Nam Festival has become an increasingly important space for folk cultural practice, bringing traditional beliefs closer to communities and younger generations.

Hanoi expands night-time experiences

Hanoi expands night-time experiences

Culture 03:08

Hanoi is looking to turn its after-dark activities into a broader night-time economy, combining tourism, culture, entertainment and creative experiences. A new plan issued by the Hanoi People’s Committee last month sets out a three-phase roadmap through 2045, with the sector targeted to contribute more than 12% of the capital’s GRDP in the long term.

Vietnam, Australia collaborate to preserve heritage

Vietnam, Australia collaborate to preserve heritage

Culture 03:01

Vietnamese art is attracting growing international interest, from classical works to contemporary art. With a team from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation visiting Vietnam to promote Culture by Design Season 2, the Australian Embassy arranged a tour of the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum to explore Vietnam's artistic heritage. The visit was made more meaningful by a work symbolising cultural cooperation between the two countries.