Exhibition promotes sacred animal Nghê of Việt Nam

An exhibition of 200 photos and documents of the Nghê – a sacred animal that guards temples and communal houses – has been in display at the central city’s Fine Arts Museum, promoting the unique feature of the traditional art of Việt Nam that had been preserved in the community for centuries.

Ancient city and Japan promote cultural exchange

Japanese popular singer Ueno Yuuka, who was appointed the Goodwill Ambassador for the 16th annual Hội An-Japan Cultural Exchange, will join environmental protection activities in Cẩm Thanh commune as part of the annual event on August 17-19.

Art programme dedicated to renowned Vietnamese poets

An arts programme of music, poems and plays will be held at the Hanoi Opera House on August 26 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the death of renowned Vietnamese poets and married couple Lưu Quang Vũ and Xuân Quỳnh.

Britain’s dry summer reveals ancient sites

Previously hidden archaeological sites have emerged in fields across Britain after the hot, dry summer exposed new cropmarks, the Historic England agency said on Wednesday. Aerial photographs have exposed patterns which reveal the sites of prehistoric settlements, burial mounds and Iron Age, Bronze Age and Roman farms.

Quân makes contemporary dance for VNOB

Việt Nam National Opera and Ballet (VNOB) will premiere a contemporary dance entitled Đáy Mắt (In The Eye) – a collaboration by choreographer Bùi Ngọc Quân and musician Trí Minh on August 19 at Hà Nội Opera House.

Designer Hà tells story of áo dài

A talk show revealing the history and art of the Vietnamese áo dài (traditional dress) as well as modern designs will take place with narration from designer Vũ Việt Hà.

GBA Oktoberfest Việt Nam at Hotel Nikko

The 26th anniversary of the German Business Association’s (GBA) Oktoberfest will be held from September 19-22 at Hotel Nikko Saigon on 235 Nguyễn Văn Cừ Street in HCM City District 1.

French artist helps Huế children

When they reach the age of 60, many people choose to leave the stresses of work behind and instead enjoy their gardens, books, friends and families. But French sculptor Olivier Oet has found his interest in supporting needy children at a social centre in the central city of Huế.

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