When kites sing above the Red River

In Hà Nội’s Bá Dương Nội Village, centuries-old flute kites still rise above the Red River, turning bamboo, wind and sky into a haunting symphony that continues to define the cultural soul of northern Việt Nam.

Village keeps conical hat spirit alive

Shaped by the skilled hands of local artisans and crafted from humble palm leaves and bamboo, Tri Lễ’s conical hats have crossed beyond village bamboo hedges to reach countries across Asia, including Japan and China.

A slice of Sài Gòn history at Pizza Roma

Situated on Xuân Hòa Ward’s busy Cách Mạng Tháng Tám Street, Pizza Roma has been around since 1999, making it one of the oldest, if not the oldest, pizza restaurants in HCM City.

Dương Cầm expands the musical theatre scene

Musician and producer Dương Cầm expanded into musical theatre, sharing insights that the ‘Made in Việt Nam’ direction is more than entertainment - it’s where contemporary music connects with Vietnamese cultural depth.

President Hồ Chí Minh's homeland inspires generations

The humble homeland of President Hồ Chí Minh has now been recognised as a National Tourist Site. Each year it welcomes thousands of visitors – especially in May, the month of his birth – offering not only a journey into history but also a living lesson in gratitude and inspiration for generations.

Une bonne adresse – Its Les Oubliés

Stepping outside briefly to take a snap of the quaint little alley in which Les Oubliés resides, a small boy cycled past and greeted me with an enthusiastic bonjour

The sport of the future

Esports, part of the gaming industry, was recognised by the Government as one of the six key cultural industries, according to Resolution 80 on Việt Nam's cultural development strategy.

Awakening heritage on the contemporary stage

Playwright and director Hồng Hoa reflects on “awakening” Việt Nam’s cultural legacy – where history, epic narratives and modern stagecraft converge to reconnect younger audiences with their roots.

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