National orchestra to perform Tchaikovsky with guest artists
Under the baton of conductor Min Chung, the orchestra and guest pianist Nguyễn Thế Vinh will perform 'Piano Concerto No 1' by Tchaikovsky in the first part of the concert.
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Reformed opera play celebrates life of President Hồ Chí Minh
A cải lương (reformed opera) play about the late President Hồ Chí Minh will be staged in southern provinces to celebrate national War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27).
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Bouncing back
Despite a huge rise in the number of tourists visiting Vietnam, some hotels, restaurants and struggling to cope. This is because many are short of staff to deal with the new demand.
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Traces of royal path found during excavation at Hồ Dynasty Citadel
Archaeologists found evidence of a green stone embankment and slate paving in the middle of the southern gate, which they believe are remnants of the royal path.
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Exhibition reveals the love stories of soldiers and martyrs
Love always endures, even in the most difficult circumstances. An ongoing exhibition in Hà Nội is giving visitors a glimpse of the emotional love stories of Vietnamese soldiers during the wars.a
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Sinbas musical for kids released
A musical on the adventures of Sindbad for children by the talented artists of the IDECAF (Institute of Cultural Exchange with France) has attracted children and their parents in HCM City.
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First durian festival to take place in Đắk Lắk in September
The first Krông Pắk durian festival will be held in early September in the Central Highlands province of Đắk Lắk, aiming to promote the trade of the local fruit.
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Hà Nội holds art programmes in commemoration of invalids, fallen soldiers
The Hà Nội Department of Culture and Sports and local art troupes are organising several art programmes to pay tribute to war invalids and martyrs on the 75th anniversary of Invalids and Fallen Soldiers’ Day (July 27, 1947-2022).
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Cần Thơ plans to host festivities to promote tourism
The Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta city of Cần Thơ is planning to host many cultural and tourism events this year to attract more visitors and promote its tourism.
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Việt Nam to host Miss Earth 2023
The international beauty pageant Miss Earth 2023 is scheduled to be organised in Nha Trang in Khánh Hoà Province.
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Turtle Lake needs to be preserved
HCM City's iconic Turtle Lake Hồ Con Rùa has been identified by the local authority as so important, it needs to be preserved.
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A collection of miniature books
A collection of miniature books has been introduced by a publisher in Hanoi. Using traditional craft materials such as silk to make the covers, the collection stands out because of its size and its speciality. The publisher hopes these small books will make a big impression on Vietnamese readers.
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Australia and Việt Nam institutions cooperate in film industry
The partnership between Australian Excelsia College and Vietnamese Master Media Academy (MMA) will contribute significantly to the building of high quality resources in Việt Nam, said Rebecca Ball, senior trade commissioner at Austrade Việt Nam.
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Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu Province to develop eco-tourism
The southern coastal province of Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu has approved a project for eco-tourism, resorts and entertainment at the province’s protected forests from now until 2030 and a project for eco-tourism, resorts and entertainment at Bình Châu- Phước Bửu Nature Reserve in the province’s Xuyên Mộc District.
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Enjoying the great outdoors around the capital
Hà Nội lures tourists with its rich cultural heritage, historic sites and great food, but that isn't all the capital can offer. Surrounded by mountains, rivers and forests, getting out into the great outdoors has become more and more popular. Here are some of the great opportunities available around the capital.
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Exhibition honours sacrifice of people in war
An exhibition of artworks created during the resistance wars for national independence will go on display ahead of War Invalids and Martyrs Day on July 27 at the Việt Nam Fine Arts Museum.
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Over 2,000 people will 'xoè' dance in celebration of UNESCO award
Over 2,000 people will join a xòe dance performance of the Thái ethnic people in the northern mountainous province of Yên Bái in September, in celebration of the dance being recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
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French vlogger aspires to promote Vietnamese cuisine
Will Courageux is flying the flag for Viêt Nam, helping to spread the word about the country to a global audience. The French vlogger goes by the name Will in Vietnam, and his videos feature local culture and cuisine.
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Veteran artist’s new book features Vietnamese zither
A book featuring đàn tranh (traditional Vietnamese zither) and folk songs by Meritorious Teacher and veteran music player Phạm Thuý Hoan has been released in HCM City.
