Vietnam Sphere

Vietnam Sphere

Vietnam Sphere is a journey of discovery across the diverse regions of Vietnam, going beyond well-known tourist destinations to offer a multidimensional view of the country’s culture, people, and unique local customs and traditions. Each episode guides viewers to new lands, where they gain deeper insights into the history, traditions, and everyday lives of the people. The program is a harmonious blend of travel, culture, and humanity, allowing audiences to truly appreciate the richness and diversity of Vietnam.

Latest Episodes

The village where water tells stories | Vietnam Sphere

The village where water tells stories | Vietnam Sphere

Culture & Tourism 14:34

Travel to Rạch Village, Ninh Binh, one of the oldest cradles of traditional Northern-style water puppetry. Explore this unique Vietnamese folk art where water becomes the stage and artisans masterfully bring wooden figures to life. Discover the enduring spirit behind this 800-year-old tradition.

Guardians of the old crafts | Vietnam Sphere

Guardians of the old crafts | Vietnam Sphere

Culture & Tourism 21:49

Step into Hanoi’s Old Quarter and meet three artisans who keep centuries-old crafts alive through every meticulous stroke and gesture. Their dedication weaves heritage into the city’s modern fabric, preserving tradition amid change.

Cham kitchen of the Sunlit Land - Vietnam Sphere

Cham kitchen of the Sunlit Land - Vietnam Sphere

Culture & Tourism 17:40

Amid the dry white sands, the Cham people plant rows of green grapes. They preserve the flavours of life through the fire of their kitchens and the grains of salt. Cham cuisine - simple yet profound - holds within it layers of belief and memory, carried through generations. It nourishes the people of this land, every meal infused with the spirit of the sunlit earth.

The Village of Artists - Vietnam Sphere

The Village of Artists - Vietnam Sphere

Culture & Tourism 22:25

Trai Day, known as Vietnam’s Western horn village, is home to a traditional brass workshop maintained across five generations, producing 24 distinctive types of brass horns. The parish brass band today counts around 90 members.

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