Dong Nai to mark 50 years of national reunification with biggest hot air balloon
Dong Nai to mark 50 years of national reunification with biggest hot air balloon

VOV.VN - The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dong Nai province has announced the Dong Nai 2025 Ceramics and Hot Air Balloon Festival, a major cultural and tourism event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification.

Dong Nai to mark 50 years of national reunification with biggest hot air balloon
Nearly 150 artefacts displayed at exhibition marking reunification anniversary
Nearly 150 artefacts displayed at exhibition marking reunification anniversary

A special exhibition entitled "Non Song Lien Mot Dai" (Unified Vietnam) opened at the Vietnam National Museum of History in Hanoi on April 22 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975–2025).

Nearly 150 artefacts displayed at exhibition marking reunification anniversary
An Giang to complete dossier for UNESCO recognition of Oc Eo - Ba The relic site
An Giang to complete dossier for UNESCO recognition of Oc Eo - Ba The relic site

The Mekong Delta province of An Giang aims to complete a nomination dossier next year to seek UNESCO recognition for the Oc Eo - Ba The archaeological site as world cultural heritage, a local official has said.

An Giang to complete dossier for UNESCO recognition of Oc Eo - Ba The relic site
Special art programme to honour 50 years of national reunification
Special art programme to honour 50 years of national reunification

VOV.VN - Voice of Vietnam Radio (VOV) is scheduled to host a special political-artistic programme titled “The Song of Triumph” in Hanoi on April 25 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025) and towards the 80th anniversary of the national broadcaster.

Special art programme to honour 50 years of national reunification
Brick Cave house of Hanoi to be showcased at French architecture exhibition
Brick Cave house of Hanoi to be showcased at French architecture exhibition

VOV.VN - “Nhà hang gạch” (Brick Cave house) by architect Doan Thanh Ha will represent Vietnamese architecture at the French exhibition The Biennale d'architecture et de paysage d'Île de France (BAP!) 2025, due to take place in Versailles from May 6 to July 13.

Brick Cave house of Hanoi to be showcased at French architecture exhibition
Luong Thi Huong crowned Miss Vietnam Global Business 2025
Luong Thi Huong crowned Miss Vietnam Global Business 2025

VOV.VN - Luong Thi Huong of northern Bac Giang province, Vietnam, was crowned Miss Vietnam Global Business 2025 on the final night of the competition held in Vinh Phuc province on April 20 evening.

Luong Thi Huong crowned Miss Vietnam Global Business 2025
Thai Hoa Palace earns Vietnam's first green heritage title
Thai Hoa Palace earns Vietnam's first green heritage title

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Green Building Council (VGBC), in coordination with the Hue Monuments Conservation Center on April 19 awarded the “LOTUS Green Building” certificate to Thai Hoa Palace in the Hue Imperial City.

Thai Hoa Palace earns Vietnam's first green heritage title
Northwestern Yen Bai province taps rich cultural heritage to drive tourism
Northwestern Yen Bai province taps rich cultural heritage to drive tourism

Nestled at the gateway to Vietnam’s northwestern region, Yen Bai province is turning its rich cultural heritage into a powerful engine for sustainable tourism, enriching local communities while captivating global travellers with authentic experiences.

Northwestern Yen Bai province taps rich cultural heritage to drive tourism
Thousands join vibrant “Colors of Uncle Ho’s City” festival in HCM City
Thousands join vibrant “Colors of Uncle Ho’s City” festival in HCM City

VOV.VN - On April 19 evening, thousands of people flocked to the area in front of the headquarters of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Council and People’s Committee, as well as Nguyen Hue pedestrian street, to take part in the opening night of the cultural and artistic festival “Colors of Uncle Ho’s City.”

Thousands join vibrant “Colors of Uncle Ho’s City” festival in HCM City
Pho Festival 2025 promotes Vietnamese culinary heritage to the world
Pho Festival 2025 promotes Vietnamese culinary heritage to the world

VOV.VN -Pho Festival 2025, themed "The Essence of Vietnamese Pho – A Heritage in the Digital Era," officially opened on April 18 at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi, gathering more than 50 renowned pho brands from across the country.

Pho Festival 2025 promotes Vietnamese culinary heritage to the world
Workshop promotes Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange
Workshop promotes Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange

The Hanoi Creative Activities Coordination Centre of the Hanoi Museum on April 18 collaborated with Vietnamese and Japanese partners to organise a workshop entitled "Spring Meeting" aiming to promotes Vietnam-Japan cultural exchanges.

Workshop promotes Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange
Ninh Thuan ancient heritage embraces modern market
Ninh Thuan ancient heritage embraces modern market

The ancient Bau Truc pottery village in Ninh Phuoc district, the south-central province of Ninh Thuan, has breathed fresh air into a craft recently added to the UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.

Ninh Thuan ancient heritage embraces modern market
"Cu Li never cries" awarded Best Picture at Asian Film Fest in Rome
"Cu Li never cries" awarded Best Picture at Asian Film Fest in Rome

VOV.VN - The Vietnamese film Cu Li never cries, directed by Pham Ngoc Lan, has been awarded Best Picture at the 22nd Asian Film Festival (AFF22), held in Rome, Italy, from April 8 to 16.

"Cu Li never cries" awarded Best Picture at Asian Film Fest in Rome
Vesak 2025 to feature numerous cultural, academic activities
Vesak 2025 to feature numerous cultural, academic activities

The 20th United Nations Day of Vesak Celebrations in Ho Chi Minh City from May 6-8 will feature a wide range of cultural, spiritual, and academic activities, according to Most Venerable Thich Duc Thien, vice president and general secretary of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS)’s Executive Council.

Vesak 2025 to feature numerous cultural, academic activities
Hue to host Vietnam International Photography Festival 2025
Hue to host Vietnam International Photography Festival 2025

VOV.VN - The former imperial city of Hue is scheduled to host the third Vietnam International Photography Festival 2025 in late May to introduce the beauty of local landscapes and people through the lens of both domestic and international photographers.

Hue to host Vietnam International Photography Festival 2025
Vietnamese Embassy joins traditional Lao New Year celebration in Russia
Vietnamese Embassy joins traditional Lao New Year celebration in Russia

A delegation from the Vietnamese Embassy in Russia, led by Ambassador Dang Minh Khoi, visited the Lao Embassy in Moscow on April 16 to extend New Year greetings on the occasion of Boun Pi Mai, the traditional New Year festival of Laos.

Vietnamese Embassy joins traditional Lao New Year celebration in Russia
Vietnam to host first international 3D mapping art programme
Vietnam to host first international 3D mapping art programme

VOV.VN - For the first time in Vietnam, an international 3D Mapping art programme will be held with the participation of art troupes from France, Belgium, and Singapore, according to the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports.

Vietnam to host first international 3D mapping art programme
Exhibition spotlights Great Spring Victory
Exhibition spotlights Great Spring Victory

A special exhibition highlighting the historic Great Spring Victory of 1975 has opened at the Vietnam Military History Museum in Hanoi.

Exhibition spotlights Great Spring Victory
Culture, sports, tourism week in Ninh Thuan celebrates national reunification
Culture, sports, tourism week in Ninh Thuan celebrates national reunification

VOV.VN - A culture, sports, and tourism week will take place in Ninh Thuan province from April 30 to May 4 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025).

Culture, sports, tourism week in Ninh Thuan celebrates national reunification
Vietnamese, Lao, Cambodian students celebrate traditional New Year festivals
Vietnamese, Lao, Cambodian students celebrate traditional New Year festivals

Cuu Long University in the Mekong Delta province of Vinh Long held a gathering on April 15 to mark the traditional New Year festivals for Cambodian and Lao students as well as its Khmer lecturers and students.

Vietnamese, Lao, Cambodian students celebrate traditional New Year festivals
Vietnam’s cultural showcase in Russia bridges hearts
Vietnam’s cultural showcase in Russia bridges hearts

The distinctive cultural elements of Vietnam and Russia were beautifully interwoven at the Vietnam Day programme recently held at Financial University (FA) under the Government of the Russian Federation.

Vietnam’s cultural showcase in Russia bridges hearts
Tchaikovsky night concert to enthrall music lovers in Hanoi
Tchaikovsky night concert to enthrall music lovers in Hanoi

VOV.VN - Music lovers will have the opportunity to enjoy masterpieces by Russian composer Tchaikovsky at a night concert due to take place at the Vietnam National Academy of Music on April 19.

Tchaikovsky night concert to enthrall music lovers in Hanoi
Nationwide cultural spectacle to celebrate 50 years of national reunification
Nationwide cultural spectacle to celebrate 50 years of national reunification

In a sweeping tribute to one of Vietnam’s most pivotal moments in history, nearly 1,500 artists and performers from 12 prestigious art units under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism are set to take centre stage in an extraordinary series of performances commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025).

Nationwide cultural spectacle to celebrate 50 years of national reunification
Vietnamese artist’ paintings displayed at exhibition promoting ASEAN connection
Vietnamese artist’ paintings displayed at exhibition promoting ASEAN connection

Two paintings by Vietnamese artist Nguyen Tuan Son are being displayed at an exhibition in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, which brings together over 150 literature works and paintings of famous artists from ten ASEAN countries.

Vietnamese artist’ paintings displayed at exhibition promoting ASEAN connection
Hanoi to host diverse activities for UNESCO Creative Cities Network in 2025
Hanoi to host diverse activities for UNESCO Creative Cities Network in 2025

VOV.VN - The capital city of Hanoi plans to organise an array of activities as part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in 2025.

Hanoi to host diverse activities for UNESCO Creative Cities Network in 2025
Fashion show feature Ao Dai designs across three regions
Fashion show feature Ao Dai designs across three regions

VOV.VN - A fashion show was held in Hanoi on April 13, honouring the beauty of the Ao Dai (traditional long dress) from across the country and impressing both local and foreign audiences.

Fashion show feature Ao Dai designs across three regions
Vietnamese history, legends recreated on French stage
Vietnamese history, legends recreated on French stage

French-Vietnamese director Olivier Dhénin Huu has presented three unique plays and musicals based on Vietnamese fairy tales and historical stories to the French public in Paris in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Vietnam-France diplomatic relations and the 50th anniversary of the end of war in Vietnam.

Vietnamese history, legends recreated on French stage
Bac Ninh’s love duet promoted in Berlin
Bac Ninh’s love duet promoted in Berlin

An art programme was held in Berlin, Germany, on April 12 evening by the northern province of Bac Ninh, aiming to introduce and promote ‘Quan ho’ (love duet) singing, recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2009.

Bac Ninh’s love duet promoted in Berlin
Vietnamese beauty crowned Miss Bigo 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnamese beauty crowned Miss Bigo 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City

VOV.VN - Vietnamese contestant Tran Mai Thuy Vy has been crowned the winner of Miss Bigo 2025, the first-ever edition of the global beauty pageant celebrating diversity and the influence of women who dare to break barriers and embrace challenges.

Vietnamese beauty crowned Miss Bigo 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City
Tourism Gift Festival 2025 gets underway in Hanoi
Tourism Gift Festival 2025 gets underway in Hanoi

VOV.VN - The Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival opened in the capital city on April 11, aiming to promote the city’s tourism and handicraft products whilst honouring the values of national cultural heritage.

Tourism Gift Festival 2025 gets underway in Hanoi
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