Ninh Bình water puppetry art thrives

Despite many historical ups and downs, local residents still make efforts to preserve the water puppetry art and craft amidst their modern and rapid-paced life, transferring their cultural heritages to younger generations.

Guardians of the Trà Sư cajuput forest in An Giang

Spread over more than 1,050 hectares in An Giang Province, the Trà Sư cajuput forest plays a crucial role in safeguarding wetland biodiversity and regulating the ecological balance of the upper Mekong Delta.

Delta preserves identity via rivers and rice

Shaped by rivers, rice fields and communal life, the wet-rice civilisation of the Mekong Delta is facing mounting pressures from climate change and shifting livelihoods, prompting renewed efforts to preserve its distinctive cultural identity while pursuing sustainable development.

Tourism breaks pre-pandemic records in 2025

Việt Nam’s tourism industry surpassed pre-pandemic highs in 2025, welcoming a record 21.5 million international visitors and generating more than $38 billion in revenue, as visa reforms and domestic travel fuelled a broad-based rebound.

Văn Lâm Village's story behind every stitch

Tracing its roots back to the 13th century, the art of embroidery in Văn Lâm Village, Ninh Bình Province blossomed under the Trần Dynasty, becoming the heartbeat of this ancient land.

Mỹ Nghiệp Village's brocade weaving soul

This cultural gem is a haven where Chăm women continue the age-old tradition of weaving, orchestrating a symphony of looms daily to produce vibrant brocades that encapsulate the essence of a craft steeped in over a thousand years of history.

Young artist showcases ethnic beauty to the world

The passion for Vietnamese culture has inspired artist Trương An Dân to create the artwork series 54 Việt Tộc (54 Viettocs), which depicts the beauty of women in traditional costumes from 54 ethnic groups in Việt Nam, integrating the Hàng Trống folk painting style.

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