Five elements of Hanoi on new National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage
Heritage and ancient customs passed down from generation to generation are the precious legacies of the ancestors and must be well preserved.
13:09, 2024/05/08
Hanoi's oldest book street preserving the city's reading culture
From one small bookstore to a dozen today, Dinh Le, the oldest book street in downtown Hanoi, has been a favorite destination for Hanoi's book lovers for decades.
20:42, 2024/05/02
Trivial jobs: Hanoians strive to keep their old trades alive
Deep in the narrow streets of the capital lies a world of shops and jobs that few people know about and thought had disappeared decades ago.
20:13, 2024/04/28
Hanoi flowers on postage stamps
Sets of stamps-themed Hanoi's Flower Seasons introduce philatelists and the general public to the city's unique urban charm.
07:10, 2022/10/01
Hanoian specialities for Fall
Autumn is the perfect time for both locals and visitors to wonder around and explore Hanoi’s famous specialties
05:57, 2022/09/29
Vietnamese national treasures on calendar block
Printing national treasures on the calendar may help promote heritage protection among Vietnamese people.
17:39, 2022/09/24
Make Hanoi a worth-living place: Opinions
Experts have raised their voices to keep the beauty of Hanoi's pavements and make the city a worth-living region.
22:17, 2022/09/23
Ten nominations for “Bui Xuan Phai – For the Love of Hanoi” Awards
Good books, meaningful actions and creative ideas to contribute to the development of the capital will be honored in the prestigious cultural award of Hanoi.
05:54, 2022/09/10
Full moon treat
Preparing the Mid-Autumn Festival for children is a fine traditional practice of Vietnamese people that is still preserved today.
20:42, 2022/09/07
Hanoi artisan revives traditional toys
Exquisite animal toys made of colorful powder may help light up Hang Ma street on the occasion of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
17:18, 2022/09/05
Practices of Then become ‘national brand of Vietnam’
The ritual practices which are inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity contribute to enhance the image of Vietnam as a country rich in traditional culture.
08:46, 2022/09/03
Bringing Hat Xam into Hanoi pedestrian zone
The unique performance has become an indispensable spiritual food for both Hanoians and visitors to the capital city.
06:32, 2022/08/29
[Longform] Pickled eggplant - a specialty from Hanoi’s outskirt
Ca bat or eggplant pickle is a specialty that brought fame to the ancient Khuong Ha Village or today’s Khuong Ha Street in Thanh Xuan District, Hano
14:12, 2022/08/04
Unique architecture of Co Vu Communal House in Hanoi
Thanks to the renovation, the house has become a worthy space for cultural and religious activities in the capital city.
16:21, 2022/07/24
Indochina dragonplum tree – legacy of Hanoi
Indochina dragonplum is considered a legacy of the thousand-year-old Hanoi thanks to its beautiful shady paths, pretty carpets of leaves and flowers, and delicious fruits,
09:37, 2022/07/16
Hanoi’s ceramic artisan wins world records
The skills and talent of the Bat Trang craftsman have raised Vietnamese ceramics to a new height.
21:22, 2022/07/03
Who is the Vietnamese for whom a Paris’s square has just been named?
Do Huu Vi (1883-1916) was honored by France as one of more than 300 people of overseas origin with meritorious services to the European country.
05:36, 2022/06/28
Designed by Vietnam 2022 contest: for Hanoi to be beautiful in every centimeter
Designed by Vietnam contest is looking for works that make Hanoi “every-centimeter beautiful” and “more elegant”
15:10, 2022/06/26
[Quintessence of Hanoi’s cuisine] Muoi Sau sweet soups – quintessence of Hanoi’s nosh
Muoi Sau (Sixteen) Dessert Soup Stall in Hanoi’s downtown is a well-known place for those who love the sweetness of Hanoi desserts.
07:26, 2022/06/26
Identifying value of creative spaces
Many sculptures not only beautify public spaces but also breathe new life into them, bringing distinctive values to the community.
21:59, 2022/06/24
Hanoi Book Fair 2022 reopens after two years
The book fair in Hanoi is expected to raise awareness of the importance of books.
09:54, 2022/06/21
Bach Ma Temple recognized as a special national monument
The recognition would contribute to enhancing the cultural and spiritual values of the famous tourist attraction in Hanoi.
10:22, 2022/06/15
Night tour to Thang Long Imperial Citadel: National history revives
Exploring the mystery of the ancient royal palace at night would be a fascinating experience for both local and foreign visitors.
19:37, 2022/06/02
Royal ritual revivals: Doan Ngo Festival reenacted
The traditional rituals of the Doan Ngo Festival have been for the first time recreated at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi.