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.
10:10, 2025/01/27
Hanoi cook makes Tet feast tray using 'sweet' ingredients
Imitations of Tet meals made of cake and fondant by a baker in Hanoi amaze many people because they look just like the real thing.
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.
10:11, 2023/06/24
Cultural industry development needs more policies
The cultural industry needs to be developed while balancing economic interests and culture; this will ensure that human and cultural considerations are included in economic development.
09:10, 2023/06/23
International partners join hands to develop Hanoi's cultural sector
International experts and cultural activists have joined hands with Hanoi in boosting capital cultural industries.
09:10, 2023/06/22
Boosting cultural industry: Full of ups and downs
Many cultural enterprises and artists desire to join in boosting the country's cultural industries, but they face many obstacles.
09:09, 2023/06/21
Foreign perspectives on the cultural industry
Many developing countries, including Vietnam, forged their path to harness national cultural strength for human development.
09:07, 2023/06/20
Cultural industry: Gemstone waiting to be polished and shine
Hanoi is the first city in Vietnam to issue a resolution on cultural industry development, demonstrating the determination of the people and authorities of Hanoi to promote cultural values as an economic spearhead.
21:30, 2023/06/18
West Lake Lotus Tea: Hanoi's Quintessential Gift
As the lotus is in full bloom every May and June, it's also the time for lotus tea artisans in Quang An Ward, Tay Ho District to start their new seasonal trade.
21:14, 2023/06/07
Photo Hanoi'23 drives capital's culture and art development
Photo Hanoi'23 is expected to promote the growth of culture and arts and become a popular tourist destination as many cities did after seizing the opportunity to host the biennale.
14:41, 2023/06/05
Hanoi's Loyalty Oath Festival listed as National Intangible Cultural Heritage
Loyalty Oath Festival of Dong Co Temple, Tay Ho District, Hanoi is among 12 items listed as National Intangible Cultural Heritage.
21:17, 2023/06/04
Sydney Opera House and Hanoi's One Pillar Pagoda featured in newly unveiled mural
A mural featuring Vietnam-Australia iconic architectural works of both countries has been inaugurated in Hanoi as part of activities to celebrate the 50 years of relations.
16:59, 2023/06/03
Hanoi celebrates 595th anniversary of the coronation of King Le Thai To
The festival aims to honor the exploits of King Le Thai To, a national hero whose legend is linked to the history of the Sword Lake.
15:18, 2023/05/28
Vietnamese literature in the spotlight at the 14th Asian Children's Content Festival
The "Focus Country: Vietnam" is an opportunity to showcase outstanding Vietnamese children's books and to promote Vietnamese culture worldwide.
13:36, 2023/05/27
Photo Hanoi'23: Zoom in on Vietnamese culture
The international Art Biennial is considered a good way to promote the country's image and bring economic and social benefits.
21:51, 2023/05/24
Hanoi to develop heritage tourism
Hanoi has many heritage tours to attract tourists in the inner-city and suburban districts.
17:10, 2023/05/24
Hanoi celebrates pledge ritual dated 1,000 years ago
Dong Co Temple, linked to the nation's patriotic tradition, has historical, cultural and unique architectural values.
22:30, 2023/05/22
European Film Festival 2023 opens in Hanoi
This year's film festival brings in 19 works, opening with Close - the Grand Prix film of Cannes Film Festival in 2022.
16:39, 2023/05/21
Unique collection of 14th century Bat Trang ceramic artifacts on display
This exhibition, featuring a collection of glazed ceramics rich in historical, cultural and aesthetic value, will raise public awareness of the importance of preserving Vietnam's cultural history.
16:17, 2023/05/21
Nguyen The Son reveals his Decade of Exposure
According to Art Vietnam Salon Gallery, this exciting and insightful exhibition portrays the energy and transformation of Hanoi into the thriving metropolis it is today, a model of change and development for all of Southeast Asia.
18:00, 2023/05/15
Hanoi book fair to open in October
The book fair in the capital city aims to foster a reading culture among Hanoians.
10:58, 2023/05/15
Ceramist To Thanh Son: Bat Trang pottery retains national soul
Bat Trang pottery craftsman, has been devoting his whole life to preserving the quintessence of thousand-year-old pottery on the outskirts of Hanoi.
11:22, 2023/05/14
Rare female artisan who patches up memories in Hanoi
Darning clothes work requires meticulousness, ingenuity and patience, and thanks to that, it brings a decent income for the 72-year-old craftwoman in Hanoi.