Hoi An exhibit recalls Vietnam’s official names, capitals through history
(VOVWORLD) - Hoi An will open an exhibit Friday of Vietnam’s many official names and capitals recorded on Nguyen Dynasty woodblocks.
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32 photos, documents, and other items will describe the origin and meaning of Vietnam’s official names in different historical periods, for example: Dai Viet during the Ly, Tran, and Le dynasties, Viet Nam during King Gia Long’s reign, and Dai Nam during King Minh Menh’s reign.
The week-long exhibit celebrates Vietnam Cultural Heritage Week and the 19th anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of Hoi An as a world cultural heritage.