(VOVWORLD) - “The Space of Gong Culture” of the Central Highlands of Vietnam was recognized as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 2005. Since then, the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak has made efforts to preserve the gong culture.

(VOVWORLD) - Book cafes, a model which combines a bookstore and a coffee shop, have become increasingly popular in Vietnam. This is a place where customers can enjoy a delectable cup of coffee, read various kinds of books, and meet with other readers and their favorite authors.

(VOVWORLD) - Zeng (brocade) weaving has long played an important role in the spiritual life and culture of the Ta Oi ethnic group in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue. Zeng is used in worshipping, as a love token for couples, or gifts to show gratitude to those who make great contributions to their villages. Therefore, the Zeng worshipping ceremony is an important ritual of the Ta Oi people.

(VOVWORLD) - Giving lucky money to children has long been a Vietnamese tradition for Tet, the Lunar New Year Festival. But this tradition is changing. Books and tree seeds are given as Tet gifts instead of money. This trend is getting more and more popular.

(VOVWORLD) - The “Dance of unity” created by former Politburo member and former National Assembly Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong has become popular among people in the northwestern region of Vietnam. The dance is now part of the spiritual life of Son La province.

(VOVWORLD) - As the COVID-19 pandemic is under control in Ho Chi Minh City, many entertainment activities have been resumed. The city’s drama stages have opened to serve audiences during the Lunar New Year holidays.

(VOVWORLD) - Calligraphy originated from the art of writing. It has long been considered part of Vietnamese culture and has considerable effect on Vietnam’s socio-economy.

(VOVWORLD) - A number of young artists in the northern province of Nam Dinh have formed an art troupe performing classical works of Cheo (Vietnamese traditional opera). The group has brought Cheo to a wider audience, especially on social media thanks to their lively performance.

(VOVWORLD) - Meritorious Cai Luong (reformed opera) artist Thanh Kim Hue was born in 1954 in Ho Chi Minh City and was well-known in the southern region. She passed away late last year due to cancer. During her career, Hue made great contributions to this art.

(VOVWORLD) - In Nghia Lo town in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai, ethnic minority cultural values have been preserved for generations. Recently, various activities at school are raising pupils’ awareness of the importance of keeping their culture alive.