Join host Iryna on this episode of Hidden Charm as we journey beyond the usual to uncover the subtle details that reveal Việt Nam's true character. Guided by the Charm Portal, each stop offers a hidden clue — small, often overlooked, yet deeply meaningful. From curiosity to discovery, follow along as today’s adventure unfolds with unexpected sparkle.
In this episode of I Report, we join David Pham as he journeys through Đắk Lắk to explore the vibrant gong culture of Việt Nam’s Central Highlands. Immersing himself in local traditions, he learns from young artisans preserving this UNESCO-recognised heritage through music, dance, and community life.
An Giang Province is home to a trove of distinctive cultural heritage, and the cultures of the Khmer and Chăm communities are considered precious resources, ones to be protected and given the space to develop. Beyond sacred languages, the religious ethnic communities of An Giang Province are also fighting to preserve another thread of their identity, one woven by hand, pattern by pattern, on looms passed down through generations.
This episode of S: For Peace focuses on the vital and irreplaceable role of the Việt Nam military medical force, particularly in delivering healthcare services to border communities and remote areas.
This episode of Vibes of Vietnam explores the intersection of border security operations, ethnic community life, cultural preservation, and economic development in Y Tý commune, located in Lào Cai province in northwestern Việt Nam.
Huế is a former imperial city where the past and present exist side by side. Here, you will find moss-covered architecture from the Nguyễn dynasty, gentle natural scenery, and peaceful spaces full of local character. Huế is also famous for its refined royal cuisine, along with traditional craft villages that have lasted for centuries. Today, let’s explore all of that together.
Across many regions of Vietnam, those "leaves" do more than remain green upon the branches. There are ordinary people quietly maintaining their homes, their crafts, and generations of inherited knowledge, making their communities ever more liveable.