The Goat in paintings by Le Tri Dung

The Goat in paintings by Le Tri Dung

(VOVworld) - Originally following the topics of war and revolution, 20 years ago, painter Le Tri Dung turned his interest to drawing 12 zodiac animals. He has become successful with paintings of horses...
President launches tree planting movement

President launches tree planting movement

(VOVworld) – President Truong Tan Sang paid tribute to the Hung Kings at the national Hung Kings Temple special historical relic site in Phu Tho province on Tuesday
Neu - Tet bamboo pole

Neu - Tet bamboo pole

(VOVworld) - Vietnamese people have a custom of erecting a bamboo pole, known as a Neu tree, in front of their house on the last day of the lunar year to expel evils...
First rites in the lifespan of the Tay people

First rites in the lifespan of the Tay people

(VOVworld) – The Tay people believe that during a person’s lifespan he must meet all his relatives in 4 ritual ceremonies: his 1st month ceremony as a newborn, his wedding, his housewarming...
Sapa in winter

Sapa in winter

(VOVworld) - Sapa town in Lao Cai province is a gem hidden in the clouds. It unveils its dazzling beauty in the sunlight. Perched at 1,600 meters above sea level, the city attracts tourists all...
Concert of traditional Vietnamese music

Concert of traditional Vietnamese music

(VOVworld)- A recent concert featuring folk tunes of Vietnam's three regions in Hanoi attracted artists and singers from across the country. The concert introduced the uniqueness and charm of...
Bai Dinh pagoda- a tourist destination

Bai Dinh pagoda- a tourist destination

(VOVworld) - Located in Ninh Binh province, 95 km south of Hanoi, Bai Dinh pagoda has become a popular tourist destination in recent years. The pagoda complex holds several Vietnamese records
Phat Diem Cathedral

Phat Diem Cathedral

(VOVworld) – Covering nearly 22 ha in Kim Son district, Ninh Binh province, Phat Diem Cathedral is a popular destination. Built in the 19th century, it differs from other monuments because of...
Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

The traditional Vietnamese wedding is one of the most important ceremonies in Vietnamese culture with influence from Confucian and Buddhist ideologies. In Vietnam, as in many other countries, an engagement ceremony occurs from a week to...
Brocade weaving of the Bana

Brocade weaving of the Bana

(VOVworld) – The Bana have an aged-old tradition of brocade weaving. Their handmade products have elegant patterns and colors which reflect their rich culture and spiritual life
Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

This week, we’d like to talk about Tet, Vietnam’s traditional lunar New Year festival. It is the most important celebration in Vietnam. Tết celebrates the arrival of spring based on the Vietnamese...
The Ba Na in the Central Highlands

The Ba Na in the Central Highlands

(VOVworld) – The Ba Na is a big group in Vietnam’s Central Highlands. VOV’s program “Colourful Vietnam, Vietnam’s 54th ethnic groups” will serialize the life of the Ba Na...
Muong epic of land and water creation

Muong epic of land and water creation

(VOVworld) – The Muong have an epic about the history of their group since the creation of land and water. The epic is a lively and creative encyclopedia of Muong traditions
Sculpture art on Vietnamese communal houses

Sculpture art on Vietnamese communal houses

(VOVworld)- The sculpture art on Vietnamese communal houses flourished in the late 17th century. The most beautiful communal houses were located in the Red River Delta. For example, Chu Quyen communal house in...
Vietnamese people unite in national defence

Vietnamese people unite in national defence

(VOVworld)- The Vietnamese people have vehemently demanded China withdraw its oil rig Haiyang 981 from Vietnam’s waters and halt all its illegal actions in the East Sea. They...