In this episode of Hidden Charm, we journey through Việt Nam's ethnic mosaic. From a Hà Nội café honouring 54 communities, to Dao worship paintings where belief lives in colour and symbol, and five-colour sticky rice where each hue carries a blessing. The journey ends with Khmer palm leaf manuscripts, where fragile leaves hold centuries of faith, revealing how each community keeps memory alive.
The Quan Ho of Kinh Bac is more than a style of courtship singing. It is also a heritage of affection, culture, and human connection. Join us on a heritage journey and absorb its heartfelt message as we explore how the past connects with the present.
Surrounded by the warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Phu Quoc is blessed with an abundant and diverse supply of seafood. For visitors, the experience is not only about taking in the island’s natural beauty but also enjoying fresh seafood.
Bai Choi (Vietnamese cultural heritage card game) is a folk game, but also a form of traditional performance, combining music, poetry, acting and direct interaction with the community.
Discover the poetic sounds woven into Vietnam’s cultural landscape! In this episode, our hosts head to the renowned Bá Dương Nội Kite Village to craft traditional flute kites alongside artisan Nguyễn Hữu Khiêm. From the sky to modern city streets, witness how artists Cao Thanh Lan and Gregor Siedl reimagine kite flutes into international contemporary art through projects like "Âm và Âm" and Sound Ride.
From lush forests and pristine coastlines to vibrant coral reefs and rare wildlife, Danang is home to remarkable natural diversity. As people and nature continue to live in harmony, protecting these precious ecosystems remains key to the city’s sustainable future.
Nha Phu is one of the most famous bays in Khanh Hoa Province. Its natural landscape is diverse, with the sea, islands, mountains, and mangrove forests.