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Annam Gallery and Lan Tinh Foundation are organizing a retrospective exhibition of the late artist Tu Duyen, titled “Of Scented Reverie”. The exhibition will showcase 18 artworks, including creations on silk and a series of paintings employing the renowned “Thủ Ấn Họa” technique of the late artist. Tu Duyen (1915-2012), born Nguyen Van Duyen, is widely recognized under the pseudonym Tu Duyen. His artistic talent and unique creative style have earned him a special place among art collectors. Artist Tu Duyen was born in 1915 in Bat Trang, Hanoi. Tu Duyen’s upbringing in the artistic enclave of Bat Trang village greatly influenced his artistic sensibilities. He attended preparatory classes at l’École des Beaux-Arts de l’Indochine between 1935 and 1938, but had to discontinue his studies in 1939 when his family moved to Saigon. In 1942, Tu Duyen developed the “Thủ Ấn Họa” technique, an adaptation of traditional Vietnamese woodblock printing. This technique combined with tra...

The morning will bring drizzle and fog to the Northeast and North Central regions. Meanwhile, the Northwest region will enjoy sunny weather in the afternoon. In the evening and at night, the Northeast region will be affected by stronger cold air compared to the North Central region. The inland Northeast wind will gradually strengthen to level 3, while coastal areas will experience winds of level 4-5. During this cold air wave, the lowest temperatures in the Northeast will range from 10 to 13 degrees, while the Northern mountainous areas will experience temperatures of 7-10 degrees. In the mountainous areas, temperatures can drop below 5 degrees. Starting from the morning of March 1-3, there will be light rain, scattered showers, and thunderstorms in some places from Quang Binh to Khanh Hoa. During thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds are possible. The meteorological agency is warning about strong winds and large waves at sea, which may affect the operation...

One example is the Tuyen Citadel Festival, which has made Tuyen Quang province a popular tourist destination during the mid-autumn festival. The festival is known for its giant lanterns and has set several Vietnam Guinness records. Moving to the central region, Thua Thien – Hue province’s city of Hue is dubbed the city of festivals with over 500 royal, traditional, and religious festivals. The city has successfully organized the Hue Festival and Traditional Craft Festival, which have helped promote the region’s cultural heritage and showcase its local identity to the world. Da Nang city has capitalized on the International Fireworks Festival, which has become a prominent festival brand. The city hosted over 63,000 tourists, including 19,000 foreigners, during the final night of the 2023 event. Hoi An ancient town in Quang Nam province, Vietnam’s leading tourist destination, celebrates the Full Moon Festival, recognized as a national intangible heritage item. The festival is a post-h...

As the Hanoi Department of Tourism seeks new nightlife destinations to diversify the capital’s tourism offerings, the night tour to Quang Ba Flower Market is anticipated to be one of four exciting new nighttime experiences. The vibrant Quang Ba flower market at night. Photo: Duy Khanh/ The Hanoi Times Situated in Quang Ba Ward, Tay Ho District, Hanoi, Quang Ba Flower Market stands as one of the city’s oldest night flower markets. When Hanoi sleeps, the market comes alive, typically opening at midnight and operating until early morning. During major holidays like Vietnamese Tet , Valentine’s Day, and International Women’s Day, the market burgeons with activity, attracting a sizable influx of customers. Its visitors include not only flower traders but also local flower enthusiasts and tourists alike. The Quang Ba flower market offers a diverse range of flowers, from vibrant daisies and cherry blossoms to elegant roses, orchids, and sunflowers. These blooms are supplied...

The “Vietnam Ao Dai Week” in 2023, running from March 1 to 8, was launched by the Vietnam Women’s Union.  A charming Hanoian in her  Ao dai . Photo: Ao Dai Link An For a long time, Ao dai  or the Vietnamese long dress has been considered a great work of art, a national beauty, and also a symbol of the identity and spirit of Vietnamese women. For such great meaning, Vietnamese women usually wear Ao dai  on important occasions. In response to the program, Hanoi female officials, civil servants, and businesswomen from Women’s Unions at all levels are urged to dress in  Ao dai  at work throughout the week. In addition, many side activities will also be organized nationwide, including photo contests of beautiful women in Ao dai , Ao dai donations, Ao dai fashion shows, among others. The “Vietnam Ao Dai Week” aims to further promote Vietnamese traditional outfits among international friends and honor their value, while contributing to the com...

According to the Authority of Broadcasting and Electronic Information, the Ministry of Information and Communications revoked a certificate granted to the International Media Joint Stock Company (IMC) on providing Paramount Network channel on Vietnam’s pay-TV services, and another allowing Ho Chi Minh City Television (HTV) to edit this foreign channel. The ministry also took back a certificate licensed to Msky Co. Ltd. on the distribution of Baby First in Vietnam, and another to the Vietnam News Agency TV channel (Vnews) on editing programmes of this channel. At present, 55 foreign channels are licensed to provide services in Vietnam. The post Paramount Network, Baby First stop airing in Vietnam appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Vietnamese cultural, tourism watchdogs eye live-streaming sensation for large gathering 28 tonnes of fresh bamboo shoots exported to Netherlands NA Chairman holds talks with Lao counterpart People is th...

The 22nd Partnership Meeting (APM 2023) was held in Bac Lieu on Feb. 28. The event lasts for three days, discussing investment solutions to support young people to access the equitable digital economy, green carbon, and sustainable community development. Initiated by ActionAid International, APM has run continuously since 2002, aiming to share information and improve the management quality of programs funded and co-funded by ActionAid in Vietnam. ActionAid – AFV presented VND 100 million to support handicaps in Bac Lieu (Photo: ActionAid). APM 2023 is hosted by the Management Board of Dong Hai District Development Assistance Program and Bac Lieu Union of Friendship Organizations (BUFO), sponsored by ActionAid – AFV and Bac Lieu People’s Committee. The event provided a forum to exchange between central and local partners and ActionAid – AFV. In his remarks, Le Hoang Minh, BUFO’s president said: “Bac Lieu, located in the coastal Mekong Delta, is one of Vietnam’s most impo...

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Stir-fried Pho (noodles) is the most popular dish consumed at the market. The market provides a place for both local people and those from neighbouring localities to exchange a range of goods. The majority of the self-sufficient items on sale include handicrafts, vegetables, fruits, brocades, and poultry. Arriving at the market, visitors have the chance to explore the unique culture of the various ethnic groups that reside in mountainous areas in northern Vietnam. The post Unique upland market – a cultural rendezvous of ethnic people in northern Vietnam appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: [Video] Song for SEA Games 31 unveiled Art exhibition to honor Vietnamese women, the country and love Exhibition to introduce skateboard art to Ho Chi Minh City Painter Phan Ke An’s unpublished works to be displayed Fansipan: A destination for people to pray for peace VNSO Spring Concert held in Binh Duong province Exh...

The ceremony starts at the village temple. There are two main palanquins, one called Song Loan for the goddess, and another called Long Dinh for the god. The porters carry these palanquins for a total of two km from the village to the Red River, where they take water before returning to the village. The Long Dinh palanquin is traditionally carried by single men. The Song Loan palanquin is carried by single women. Porters rotate the palanquins at the village’s temple. People believe that god and goddess will appear when the palanquins are rotated. A key aspect of the event is that porters must not let the palanquins touch the ground. Carrying palanquins to the Red River While walking, the porters must rotate the palanquins in every direction possible. Sometimes, it takes up to three hours to complete the walk to the river due to the unpredictable routes. ...