"Vietnam Imprints" features diverse stories ranging from heritage and culture to contemporary life and development. Each episode sheds light on the people, places and values that shape Vietnam’s enduring identity.
The Thuy Tung tree, a rare treasure of Vietnam’s Central Highlands, has only about 160 trees left in Đắk Lắk Province, with a few in Laos and China. It cannot reproduce naturally and is at risk of extinction, listed in the Red Book. Conservation efforts have started, focusing on habitat protection and its insect-repellent properties, but sustainable, long-term methods are still needed to save this precious species.
New York is a city renowned as a cultural, artistic, and global business hub. Young Vietnamese living here are gradually exploring unique and creative paths to reshape international perceptions of Vietnamese food. They serve as special ambassadors of Vietnamese cuisine.
New York, a global hub of culture and business, is home to 9 million people - and fierce competition. Here, young Vietnamese are carving creative paths to reshape how the world sees Vietnamese food. By doing so, they not only put Vietnam on the global culinary map but also showcase the beauty of its culture and people. They are true ambassadors of Vietnamese cuisine
Cham villages in An Giang, home to about 13,000 people, lie along the riverbanks. Today, my friend and I are visiting one of these small riverside villages
Cradle of martial arts and literature, this land is rich in cultural heritage. Guardians of Vietnamese classical theater are not just performers but custodians of an enduring legacy
Home to over 37 million people, this city has more Michelin-starred restaurants than New York or Paris. Its diverse culinary scene brings global flavors together, with Vietnamese restaurants standing out in popularity.
Explore the legacy of the First Indochina War and the historic Battle of Dien Bien Phu. From Ho Chi Minh’s leadership and Vietnam’s fight for independence to French archives and veterans’ memories, this story reflects both pain and reconciliation. Decades later, returning veterans found peace in Vietnam’s warm welcome, turning a battlefield into a bridge for Franco-Vietnamese relations.