The newly-established MSO by the Military University of Culture and Arts marks a significant step in enriching cultural life, enhancing spiritual well-being and advancing the spread of cultural values both within the armed forces and throughout society.
A special edition of Truyện Kiều (The Tale of Kiều), crafted with traditional mother-of-pearl inlay, has been introduced for readers who cherish both poetry and artisanal Vietnamese craftsmanship.
The West Lake Water Park, Hà Nội's first aquatic entertainment complex, has officially opened, promising a colourful festival space combining entertainment, art and interactive experiences for visitors this summer.
Theodore M. Hammett was a supply officer in Việt Nam in 1968–1969 and authored Entwined with Vietnam. This piece originally appeared on Substack at: oldfartted.substack.com and has been edited by Việt Nam News for space in print with author's approval
At 40 Lãn Ông Street, visitors can learn about dó paper and medicinal tea.
Hải Phòng City, and Quảng Ninh and Bắc Ninh provinces will jointly develop integrated tourism product chains to maximise their respective strengths, diversify offerings and create new, high-quality tourism products.
Many traditional folk games once faced the risk of disappearing amid modern life and new forms of entertainment. However, joint efforts by the Government, the cultural sector and communities are reviving them, helping preserve cultural identity and strengthen community bonds.
The traditional “golden holiday” is no longer mainly about travelling long distances or visiting popular destinations for check-ins. Instead, many travellers are choosing trips that better match their personal needs, favouring convenient, flexible and all-in-one travel experiences.
Held annually since 2007 under the theme “My Country”, the event celebrates cultural diversity and fosters solidarity among international students studying at the university. This year’s festival drew the participation of 15 representatives from embassies in Russia, along with a large number of students from countries, including Việt Nam, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Haiti.
Ever wondered what lies beneath the waves of Việt Nam’s beautiful coastline? In the coastal city of Nha Trang, Khánh Hòa Province, the Museum of Oceanography offers visitors a chance to explore marine life up close.
During the trip in Việt Nam, Lệ Lý Hayslip shares an intimate conversation about her new book, ‘The Bamboo Can Bend but Not Break’, from her incredible personal journey to her life-changing work with the Global Village Foundation.
At the event, speakers and young people will discuss new reading trends, as well as how to choose appropriate books and knowledge sources in a context of increasingly diverse and abundant information.
SOOBIN took centre stage at the 2026 Cống Hiến (Devotion) Awards, clinching three major awards to cap a breakthrough year and reinforce his position in the industry last night in Hà Nội.
Madame Ngô Phương Ly commended the high professional standards of Chinese artists, the modern and sophisticated stage production techniques, and the impressive scale and distinctive design of performance venues.
An exhibition of 43 paintings and sculptures by 36 local artists is on display at the city’s fine arts museum, featuring different angles of the best artworks on land and people, architecture, love, festivals and heritage of Đà Nẵng.
Leaf artist Tạ Hải transforms fallen foliage into vibrant works at Hà Nội Fine Arts Museum, blending nature and creativity in a decades-long artistic journey.
Vietnamese performances featured artists from the Việt Nam Puppet Theatre, Sức Sống Mới band, Việt Nam National Opera and Ballet, Việt Nam National Academy of Music, Việt Nam National Music, Song and Dance Theatre, and Hồ Chí Minh City Conservatory of Music, led by conductor Đồng Quang Vinh.
The centre, one of four under the Soong Ching Ling Foundation, is named after Soong Ching Ling (1893–1981), the wife of Sun Yat-sen.