Bắc Ninh Province awakes local heritage sites

With almost 1,600 sites, including five national special relics and four UNESCO-recognised intangible cultural heritages, Bắc Ninh Province is aiming to revitalise its local tourist attractions.

Colouring heritage

In Hà Nội’s Old Quarter, the Yên Thái Communal House hosts a silk dyeing workshop where people can explore traditional hand-dyeing techniques using natural materials. Are you ‘dying’ to give this a go? Watch this video to find out all you need to know.

Inspiring sandals

President Hồ Chí Minh, a cultural icon of Việt Nam and a revered figure worldwide, is remembered for his simple lifestyle and powerful legacy. In 1947, he received a pair of sandals made from the rubber tyre of a French car - a humble yet symbolic gift. He wore them for 20 years, and they became an enduring symbol of his lifelong revolutionary journey. Join a workshop at the Hồ Chí Minh Museum in downtown Hà Nội to create your pair of these iconic sandals - and be inspired by history!

VN int’l fashion week attracts international designers

French fashion designer Julien Fournié, a member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (Federation of Haute Couture and Fashion), will present his new collection at the Aquafina Việt Nam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Spring/Summer 2025 from June 5-8 in HCM City.

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