Kitchen Gods' farewell ritual: A cherished Vietnamese tradition
Today, on the 23rd day of the 12th lunar month, Vietnamese families prepare a feast to see the Kitchen Gods off to heaven as part of the traditional Vietnamese Tet ceremony.
22:44, 2025/01/25
Tet time tensions: How to cope and be joyful
Welcome to another edition of Words on the Street. We're going to dig into some of Hanoi's most pressing issues.
22:09, 2025/01/17
Hanoi kicks off the Spring Calligraphy Festival in celebration of Lunar New Year
The annual cultural event will welcome locals and visitors alike from now until February 9, 2025, offering a delightful experience in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
21:20, 2025/01/14
Hanoi revives historic Tet traditions in Duong Lam Ancient Village
Travelers are invited to experience the charm of Vietnam's ancient Tet celebrations in the picturesque village of Duong Lam on the outskirts of Hanoi.
15:24, 2024/02/09
Hanoi artist nurtures dream of reviving traditional music
With 30 years of experience in traditional music, musician Nguyen Quang Long has made a special contribution to the revival of xam (blind wanderer singing).
20:42, 2024/01/31
Norwegian Ambassador tours Duong Lam Ancient Village
Norwegian Ambassador to Vietnam Hilde Solbakken's family spent a day exploring Duong Lam Ancient Village and enjoying the distinctive cultural features of this region.
11:51, 2024/01/29
Hang Luoc traditional floral market ready for Tet
The opening of Hanoi's oldest flower market helps to entertain locals and visitors to the city in the days leading up to the country's biggest holiday.
16:59, 2024/01/23
The secrets of Vietnam's national treasures revealed
The newly designated "Vietnamese National Treasures" represent the nation's diverse, multi-ethnic and vibrant culture.
10:18, 2024/01/20
How interesting are TripAdvisor's suggested destinations in Vietnam?
Enjoying delicious street food in Hanoi or getting lost in nature in the 'limestone forest' of Halong Bay are just two of the many wonderful itineraries available to visitors to Vietnam.
16:46, 2024/01/17
Made-in-Bat Trang ceramic replica of imperial seal
The ceramic version of Vietnam's Royal Gold Seal, reproduced in the same size and meticulous detail by artisans from the Bat Trang Ceramic Village, would make a meaningful gift for visitors to Hanoi.
15:40, 2024/01/16
Buddha's hand citron village ready for Lunar New Year
Buddha's hand fruits with beautiful shapes and unique aromas bring fortunes to Hanoi's farmers.
22:08, 2024/01/09
Newly-released stamps celebrate World Heritage sites in Vietnam
Stamps featuring the dragon, a sacred animal in Vietnamese belief, were launched to celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year of the Dragon in 2024.
11:22, 2024/01/08
Hanoi typical for richness of culture
Hanoi has made collective efforts to promote traditional values, placing culture at the heart of sustainable development.
10:52, 2024/01/08
Hanoi in almond tree leaves change
As Spring knocks on the door, Hanoi's historic charm is enlivened by the red color of the almond leaves that line the streets.
21:26, 2024/01/01
Hoan Kiem Lake: from past splendor to present vibrancy
Forty precious archival photos of Hoan Kiem Lake and its surrounding relics will delight tourists visiting Hanoi's symbolic lake for the New Year.
23:27, 2023/12/21
Temple of Literature night tour tells Vietnamese history and sages
The 3D mapping shows help promote the value of the historical relic and praise the nation's scholarly traditions over the centuries.
22:33, 2023/12/10
Chuon Ngo nacre inlays - the millennium craft in the outskirts of Hanoi
Hanoi's artisans work tirelessly to preserve the quintessence of ancient craftsmanship passed down from generation to generation.
23:37, 2023/12/09
Hanoi’s specialty set Asian record
An exquisite Hanoi delicacy is named among 10 newly accredited Asian culinary records.
22:18, 2023/11/29
Brand positioning of Hanoi as regional creative city
The Hanoi Creative Design Festival 2023 has ignited an innovative spirit and spread it among creatives and the community, contributing to positioning the brand of Hanoi - Creative City.
22:45, 2023/11/28
Exploiting industrial heritage in the heart of Hanoi
The repurposing of industrial heritage is seen as a resource if it is effectively exploited, unlocking its potential to honor cultural-historical values and generate economic value.
19:55, 2023/11/28
Countryside delicacies in Duong Lam Ancient Village
The dishes here are suitable for the whole family to enjoy, while parents can tell their children old stories.
15:34, 2023/11/24
Hanoi, British cities exchange experience in branding Creative City
Hanoi is the first Vietnamese municipality to issue a resolution on the development of the cultural industry, putting the spotlight on the promotion of the creative city.
22:24, 2023/11/22
Exhibition promotes Hanoi Old Quarter’s heritage values
The exhibition in the ancient spaces in the heart of Hanoi helps promote the heritage value of the Old Quarter and attract more tourists to the capital.
22:00, 2023/11/20
Vietnamese-Korean tug-of-war competion celebrates Hanoi as creative city
The Festival of Tug-of-War Rituals and Games was held with eight teams from Vietnam and South Korea as part of the Hanoi Creative Design Festival.