Beyond the spotlight, a journey within

A rising box-office star, Tuấn Trần opens up about his emotionally gripping role in Mang Mẹ Đi Bỏ (Leaving Mom), cultural exchanges on set, and what truly motivates his role choices.

Tracking down the elusive Sao La

Conservationists and researchers have been tracking the saola, or Asian bicorn (Pseudoryx nghetinhensis), one of the world’s rarest large mammals, in central Việt Nam, in nature since the latest photo of the endangered species was captured by a camera trap in Quảng Nam Province in 2013.

Composer’s music echoes through generations

As UNESCO recognises the work of the late Vietnamese composer Hoàng Vân as a Memory of the World, his daughter, Dr. Lê Y Linh, opens up about preserving his legacy through music that continues to resonate with today’s audiences.

Vietnamese circus affirms position on global stage

The VCF has been striving to innovate performances, create experimental programmes, and invite international artists to perform in order to captivate modern audiences. The artistic performances are meticulously crafted, featuring top circus performers, many of whom have won prestigious awards on the international stage in recent years.

Stilt house echoes of resilient culture

Currently, Mường Lay boasts 1,192 traditional stilt houses across an area of 112 square kilometres, achieving a density of 10 houses per square kilometre, the highest in the country for the White Thái ethnic community.

The soul of clay: Gia Thủy pottery’s enduring legacy

For over six decades, the artisans of Gia Thủy have shaped not just clay, but a cultural identity steeped in resilience, tradition, and timeless craftsmanship. From humble village workshops, their unglazed ceramic creations now find homes across Southeast Asia and beyond.

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