(VOVWORLD) - South Korea is a modern country, but it still preserves its traditional values. One well-preserved traditional value is Samulnori, a four-person percussion ensemble characterized by complex driving rhythms, a colorful dance, and intense energy. For hundreds of years this folk dance has represented the agricultural lifestyle of the Korean people during the Joseon period from the 14th to 19th century. We invite you to discover this unique Korean folk dance art.

(VOVWORLD) - A visual journey to discover Peru at an exhibition “Discovering Peru: A visual journey from coasts to highlands and rainforests” is being held in Hanoi until next Tuesday. The journey explores Peru’s natural landscapes with the world of flora and fauna that Peru stands out thanks to its majestic scenery and rich biodiversity. In Culture Rendezvous this week, we talk with newly-appointed Peruvian Ambassador to Vietnam, Patricia Yolanda Ráez Portocarrero, about the unique features of the Peruvian nature reserves.

(VOVWORLD) - Welcome to Spain, where dinner starts at 9 pm, and by the time everybody gets up from the dining table, it’s the next morning. The definition of a perfect meal, to many Spaniards, is delicious food, enjoyable company, and what follows it –a several-hour-long chat known as “sobremesa”. Let’s discover the fascinating sobremesa tradition in today’s Cultural Rendezvous with Paloma Rovira, a Spanish lecturer at Hanoi University.

(VOVWORLD) - When it comes to national libations, pálinka is the pride of Hungary alongside another specialty, their iconic red paprika. This fruit-based alcoholic drink can be found on any occasion or in any corner of Hungary.

(VOVWORLD) - For a long time, the images of cowboys roaming freely on horseback on vast ranches have been popular in the Western United States. Once cattle herders, many cowboys nowadays have earned a new status: professional athletes, making millions a month by showcasing their artistry in one of the most popular sports in the US – rodeo.

(VOVWORLD) - A simplified wedding or a "three, four or even five Nos” wedding has recently become a trend chosen by many Chinese young people. This is also a hot topic for discussion on social networks.

(VOVWORLD) -Birmingham is the UK’s second-biggest city, but what makes Birmingham distinctive? Our guest today is John Hutton, a young teacher, who will tell us some interesting things about his home town.

(VOVWORLD) - Tea has, for centuries, been an indispensable part of the Moroccans’ everyday culture. Not only is tea a drink to quench the thirst, but it is also a symbol of hospitality in this country. Today, VOV’s “Cultural Rendezvous” takes you on a fragrant journey of Moroccan tea with M’barek Alhaddar, a Moroccan currently living in Budapest.

(VOVWORLD) - A great way to enjoy a country’s culture is through its cuisine. In this week’s Cultural Rendezvous, we’ll talk to Swedish master chef Erik Videgård about Sweden’s culinary style and how Asian cuisines have influenced it.

(VOVWORLD) - There are several ways one can enjoy a sports game, such as wearing the T-shirt of your favorite team, chanting along with the crowds, or screaming your heart out whenever a goal is scored. For many Americans, the joy of sports not only lies in the game itself, but also the festivities leading up to the grand event. Today, let’s discover a US tradition that every American sports enthusiast loves – tailgate parties.