Vietnamese naming

Vietnamese naming

(VOVworld) – When a child is born, his or her parents and grandparents want to give him or her a beautiful name which embodies their aspirations and understanding of life. VOV...
The lullaby and its preservation in Viet culture

The lullaby and its preservation in Viet culture

(VOVworld) – The lullaby, a priceless cultural asset of the Vietnamese, has passed down to children the spiritual values of the community. The lullaby is also a precious life-affirming lesson that...
Vietnamese culture from a Russian point of view

Vietnamese culture from a Russian point of view

(VOVworld) – The book “Vietnam - the land of Dragons and Fairies” by Russian author Daria Mishukova was introduced to Vietnamese readers in Hanoi early this month. Mishukova herself translated...
Sacred animals in Vietnamese culture and architecture

Sacred animals in Vietnamese culture and architecture

(VOVworld) – According to Vietnamese belief, the 4 sacred animals including the dragon, unicorn, tortoise and phoenix symbolize power, intellect, longevity and nobility. Probably, for this meaning, these animals have been...
Quang Nam Heritage Festival 2013

Quang Nam Heritage Festival 2013

(VOVworld) – Hoi An is sparkling these days with colorful lanterns decorating every corner. Tranquil streets are now busy with activities of the 5th Quang Nam Heritage Festival. Tourists are greeted...
Kids playing music in Doi pagoda

Kids playing music in Doi pagoda

(VOVworld)- Located 3 km southeast of Soc Trang city, Doi (Bat) pagoda, also known as Mahatup and Ma Toc pagoda, is one of the most outstanding architectural complexes of Buddhist pagodas in southern...
Vietnamese culture in integration

Vietnamese culture in integration

(VOVworld)- Vietnamese culture is being influenced by international integration. The changes of Vietnamese cultural values as well as the ways to preserve and promote them in the integration process is...
Vietnamese language in the integration period

Vietnamese language in the integration period

(VOVworld) - Language is the primary tool of communication for all human beings. Vietnamese people have a saying “Words cost nothing” to teach the importance of language in communication. With the rapid...
Promoting epic poems of the Central Highlands

Promoting epic poems of the Central Highlands

(VOVworld)- Epic poems have played an important role in the cultural lives of Central Highland’s people for centuries. But they are now on the verge of falling into oblivion. Only few...
Hang traditional market in Hai Phong

Hang traditional market in Hai Phong

(VOVworld) – Hang market is perhaps the only market in the northern port city of Hai Phong that still retains the characteristics of a rural market. It has provided childhood memories to...
Stamps help promote Vietnam’s image

Stamps help promote Vietnam’s image

(VOVworld)- As in many other countries, stamp collecting is a popular hobby in Vietnam. For philatelists, collecting stamps is not just a way to learn about history, culture and art, but...
Hanoi’s Jewelry Festival 2013

Hanoi’s Jewelry Festival 2013

(VOVworld)-Hanoi is famous for its Old Quarter, where each street is associated with a traditional craft. Many of these crafts are still practiced, reflecting cultural values typical of Hanoi. Last...
Chua village- A village of poems

Chua village- A village of poems

(VOVworld) - Chua village in Son Cong commune, Ung Hoa district on the outskirts of Hanoi is known as a poem village because local people have a great passion for poems and...