Vietnamese silk - A heritage that lives on

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Vietnamese silk - A heritage that lives on

04/07/2026

02:25

In Nam Cao Village, raw silk weaving has been passed down for more than 400 years. Today, artisans are preserving centuries-old traditions while finding new ways to bring this heritage into the future.

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Hung Yen longan: From royal delicacy to cultural heritage

Culture 03:16

For centuries, longan trees have thrived in Pho Hien along the Red River, becoming a renowned Hung Yen speciality once offered to royalty. From preserving ancient varieties to creating value-added products and reaching international markets, Hung Yen longan is a cultural legacy being brought into modern life.

Giant lanterns to light up Tuyen Quang province

Culture 00:45

Giant lanterns will light up Tuyen Quang this September during the annual Tuyen Citadel Festival! Running from 19 to 25 September, this distinctive Mid-Autumn celebration features spectacular community-made lantern floats. The highlight arrives on 20 September with a massive lantern float parade and vibrant live performances through Nguyen Tat Thanh Square.

Vietnam leads new global culture initiative

Culture 02:22

The UN General Assembly has adopted a Vietnam-led resolution proclaiming 2027-2036 as the International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development. Deputy Foreign Minister Ngo Le Van emphasised that the initiative aims to translate commitments into concrete action by embedding culture in socio-economic policies. The initiative marks a major milestone in Vietnam's UNESCO diplomacy, underscoring the country's commitment to multilateral cooperation and sustainable development.

Filial piety among overseas Vietnamese

Culture 02:45

It is the seventh month of the lunar calendar, which is Vu Lan season. It's a time when Vietnamese families around the world honor their parents and the sacrifices they have made. At a Vietnamese pagoda on the outskirts of New York City, those traditions remain strong through rituals, prayers and the devotion of a community far from home.

Five Vietnamese films selected for Busan festival

Culture 00:52

For the first time, five Vietnamese films have been selected for the Busan International Film Festival in the Republic of Korea. They include director Nguyen Hoang Diep’s “1982”, which will compete in the Vision Asia section and make its world premiere in Busan.

Vietnamese singer to compete in Eurovision Asia

Culture 00:43

Singer Tóc Tiên will represent Vietnam at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest Asia, an international music competition to be held in Thailand this November. The event is the Asian edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, which has a 70-year history.