National culture

Heritages are the treasures of a nation, contributing to its economy, social status, and community development, while boosting tourism and promoting its image worldwide. Vietnam’s heritages are not only national treasures but also a part of human culture that needs to be well preserved for future generations. … [Read more...] about UNESCO accompanies Vietnam in protecting cultural heritages

Hanoi (VNA) – The Prime Minister has signed decisions to recognise 27 more national treasures dating back to the second and third century B.C at the earliest. They include a collection of stone items dating back to about 3,500 years ago now kept at the Hung Vuong Museum in Phu Tho province; and Quang Chinh and Tra Loc bronze drums from Dong Son culture nearly 2,500 years ago, which are being stored by the museums of Quang Ninh and Quang Tri provinces, respectively. Also in the list are several items dating from the Oc Eo culture in the 4th-6th century: the Nhon Thanh Linga – Yoni wooden statue in Can Tho city’s museum, the Giong Xoai wooden Buddhist statue and the Khanh Binh stone Buddhist statue in An Giang province’s museum. A stone lion statute at Huong Lang pagoda in Hung Yen province, a pair of stone lion statues at Ba Tam pagoda in Hanoi, and several steles in Hung Yen, Cao Bang, Thanh Hoa, Ha Tinh, Thua Thien – Hue, Bac Ninh provinces, were … [Read more...] about 27 more national treasures recognised

Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - A modest bango made from an aluminium basin was used in art performances during the resistance war against the French that encouraged the soldiers’ morale. The musical instrument, made by musician Luong Nhan and used during the Long Chau Sa Campaign in 1951, is now on display at an exhibition entitled Literature and Arts during the Resistance War (1945-1954) in Hanoi. Through the exhibition, visitors will have a chance to understand the cultural and artistic activities from the wartime. On display is the original version of Ho Chi Minh’s Dairy in Prison, a National Treasure recognised by the State as a symbol of the creativity and resilience of Vietnamese artists and writers in the hard conditions of war. The exhibition also showcased original versions of Vietnamese literary masterpieces written by Nam Cao, Nguyen Tuan and Xuan Dieu. “Culture is one among three fronts, together with economics and politics, in which the resistance … [Read more...] about Exhibition displays cultural artefacts from resistance war

Algiers (VNA) – The final round of the 17th national Vovinam championships of Algeria took place in Algiers on January 18. The annual tournament, under the auspices of the Algerian Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Algerian Vovinam Federation, aims to honour the spirit of the martial art and encourage the practice of Vovinam in the African country. This year the championship drew the participation of nearly 300 artists from 66 clubs across the nation. Thousands of trainees and fans came to cheer on their favourites at the final round. After hours of thrilling competition, the Algerian Security and Sport Association took first place with nine gold and four silver medals. Wydad Riadhi des Eucalyptus came second with three gold, six silver and one bronze medals, and AS Protection Civilile finished third with three gold and one bronze medals. At the event, Minister-Counsellor at the Vietnamese Embassy in Algeria Trinh The Hung commended the practice of Vovinam in the African … [Read more...] about Algerian tournament promotes Vietnamese martial art

"While we are focusing on doing well with our business, we never forget to do good things to contribute back to the society,” said Bennett Neo, General Director of SABECO. “The 'Tet Gan Ket' is part of our Corporate Social Responsibility Program, which touches on our two key objectives: Culture and Country. Through this program, SABECO aims to bring joyfulness whilst spreading the messages of reunion and togetherness in the traditional New Year. At the same time, the program reflects the strong commitment of SABECO and Bia Saigon - the Pride of Vietnam - to contribute to the national and local development.” … [Read more...] about A tradition of giving, rooted in local culture