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Reviewing the ministry’s outstanding achievements in 2018, he spoke highly of the outcomes seen from the robust increase of number of visitors, the improvement in tourist services and visa procedure, the building of a safe tourist environment, and the more positive participation of residents and businesses in the ministry-launched programmes. Mentioning the key tasks for 2019, the Government official asked the ministry to work more actively to discover and honour good people doing good deeds, while standing against bad and social evils in order to promote a healthy lifestyle in the community Regarding culture and the arts, he requested the ministry to remove obstacles for artists, suggesting the ministry to mobilise businesses, particularly tourist businesses, in supporting art troupes and implementing culture-based tourist activities. Talking about the preservation of cultural heritages, he attached great attention to safeguarding the traditional heritages of ethnic minority … [Read more...] about Deputy PM identifies major tasks for Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in 2019

The closing ceremony featured the three beauties performing in Ao Dais. The performance left audiences at the event impressed. Tieu Vy, Miss Vietnam 2018, served as the leading lady during the Ao dai fashion show. She performed in a yellow Ao dai that was inspired by Hue Imperial Palace. Phuong Nga and Thuy An, the two runners-up, wore red and pink dresses. The dresses were designed by Nhat Dung. The designs featured patterns of Phong Nha cave. Some photos from the performance at the closing ceremony: The closing ceremony featured the three beauties performing in Ao Dais. The performance left audiences at the event impressed. Tieu Vy, Miss Vietnam 2018, served as the leading lady during the Ao dai fashion show. She performed in a yellow Ao dai that was inspired by Hue Imperial Palace. Phuong Nga and Thuy An, the two runners-up, wore red and pink dresses. The dresses were designed by Nhat Dung. The designs featured … [Read more...] about Top 3 Miss Vietnam contestants shine during ASEAN Tourism Forum 2019

The plan was unveiled by Hanoi Chairman Nguyen Duc Chung at a conference on January 18. Chung said the Kinh Thien (Revering Heaven) Palace was the centre of the former imperial citadel so it should be restored as soon as possible, adding that the capital city has arranged sufficient funds for the project. According to historical records, the palace was constructed in 1428 under the reign of Emperor Le Thai To and was the venue for imperial ceremonies, receptions for foreign ambassadors and where the court discussed national matters. In the late 19th century when Vietnam was under French rule, the Kinh Thien Palace was destroyed with only the foundations and stone dragons on the two sides of the steps surviving. Researchers stated that most of the palace’s components such as the foundations, the front courtyard, the imperial footway and hallway, roof tiles and decorations have been studied thoroughly. The missing pieces are only the interior layout and the north-south dimension of … [Read more...] about Hanoi plans to restore Kinh Thien Palace in 2020

The group was established by Hanoi-born architect Tran Thi Thanh Thuy, a lecturer at the Hanoi University of Architecture, and three of her friends. Working as an architect provides Thuy with a better look and feeling on the city’s charm and its change in appearance as time goes by. The ancient beauty of Hanoi is changing throughout the confluence between Eastern and Western cultures. The city is getting more crowded with mushrooming development of buildings and skyscrapers. Hanoians are changing, too, which can be seen in both their lifestyle and daily life practices. Many good things have gone away. Therefore, Urban Sketchers Hanoi was born to achieve beautiful memories of Hanoi streets, breath of life and people. “Bygones will never return. Instead of regret, we should treasure and preserve the present and unique values of Hanoi that no other city can have,” Thuy said. Thuy’s group has received great appreciation from many people as the number of members has … [Read more...] about Group keep memories of Hanoi alive through sketches

The artworks are of medium size, around 80 x 100 cm or smaller, suitable for art enthusiasts, who enjoy art but yet to afford larger works. Paintings “Lon Man” (a hybrid species of pig native to Vietnam) and “Tu hoa nam Hoi” (self-portrait in the Year of the Pig) by artist Thanh Chuong A painting by artist Le Tri Dung Painter Thanh Chuong at the event The exhibition is opened until January 23. Following are some photos of the exhibition: Painting “Tinh Xuan” (love in spring) by Dang Thu An The artworks are of medium size, around 80 x 100 cm or smaller, suitable for art enthusiasts, who enjoy art but yet to afford larger works. Paintings “Lon Man” (a hybrid species of pig native to Vietnam) and “Tu hoa nam Hoi” (self-portrait in the Year of the Pig) by artist Thanh Chuong A painting by artist Le Tri Dung Painter Thanh Chuong at the event The exhibition is opened until January 23. … [Read more...] about Painting exhibition on Year of Pig 2019