FVH excursion to craft village and 8th-century pagoda

FVH to hold movie screening and excursion Before the month is over, the Friends of Vietnam Heritage will host some more exciting activities, including a movie screening and an excursion.

The artist who was born for making relief

In the field of Việt Nam’s reliefs, Trần Nguyên Đán is a well-known name. His devotion and tireless creative abilities have earned him significant success and renown in domestic fine arts.

The artisan bringing bas-relief to life

Artisan Nguyễn Văn Tuấn has been determined to preserve and promote bas-relief, the tradtional craft of his hometown, for decades. Utilising the special materials of bas-relief, he has created beautiful 3D pictures. Lương Thu Hương reports.

Patience is necessary when making bamboo toys

Making toy dragonflies from bamboo is a long process. The toys can be given as presents to both children and adults, being a special gift displaying agricultural culture and skillful farmers.

Keeping traditional bamboo toys popular

Colourful bamboo dragonflies perched on thin, pointed bamboo sticks are not just cute souvenir toys, they reflect the agricultural traditions and craftmanship of Vietnamese farmers.

Free entrance at many cultural sites for new year Several vestiges and tourist areas in the capital will open for free during the Lunar New Year (February 18-20), according to the Ha Noi's People's Committee.

12 artefacts gain new status The Prime Minister just signed a decision to bestow the title of "national treasure" to 12 objects of unique national heritage. Here's the rundown of the newly recognised treasure.

The Beauty Trap For the time being, I have to take shelter in a church in the Dakar diocese thanks to the spiritual care and protection of Father Frank Johnson. In his opinion, I need to be saved by somebody from another country as soon as possible.

Summer serenity on Sai Son2 On a recent Sunday, a few friends and I visited Sai Son Mountain in Phuong Cach Commune, 30km southwest of Ha Noi. We ventured there to see Thay Pagoda, Tay Phuong Pagoda and Chang Son Village.