The second cultural festival entitled “We are together” will take place at the KBS Arena in Seoul in the Republic of Korea (RoK) on June 16 to promote Vietnamese culture in the RoK and cultural exchanges between the two countries. The festival will feature an exhibition of a collection of Ao dai designed by Lan Huong and a fashion show of Ao dai and Hanbok as worn by the two countries’ models. Two Vietnamese Ao dai artisans and designer Lan Huong will demonstrate some of the processes behind making an Ao dai. Theo VOV … [Read more...] about Festival promotes Vietnamese culture in RoK
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Vietnamese culture attracts visitors at int’l fair in Mexico
Visitors show interest in Vietnamese handicrafts at the 10th International Friendly Cultures Fair in Mexico City (Photo: VNA) Mexico City (VNA) – The Vietnamese culture has impressed visitors at the 10th International Friendly Cultures Fair, which opened at Zocalo square in Mexico City, Mexico, on April 14. After the fair’s opening ceremony, the pavilion of Vietnam, introducing the country’s landscapes and people, special handicrafts, ao dai (women’s traditional costume), and non la (traditional conical hats), attracted thousands of visitors. A number of Mexicans and foreigners described the Vietnamese culture as unique and charming, which could be seen in women’s ao dai and lacquer products. Meanwhile, typical dishes of Vietnam like nem ran (fried spring roll) and coffee also inspired visitors’ interest. Many visitors expressed their hope for increased presence of the Vietnamese culture in Mexico, adding that they also want to learn more … [Read more...] about Vietnamese culture attracts visitors at int’l fair in Mexico
Vietnamese culture introduced in Egyptian locality
Tourists travel by boats around the Trang An Tourism Complex. (Source: VNA) Cairo (VNA) - Documents, books and photos on Vietnamese culture, history, landscapes and handicraft were introduced at an event in Egyptian Ismailia province on April 2. The event was organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Egypt and attended by Ismailia province governor Yassin Taher, Director of the Egyptian Public Library Development Fund Reda El-Taify and local visitors. The event is part of activities to mark the 55th anniversary of Vietnam – Egypt diplomatic ties. During the occasion, the Embassy of Vietnam also launched a reading room named “A Window to Vietnam” at the Ismailia Public Library to facilitate access to information on Vietnam. Visitors could also enjoy a dance with conical hats performed by Vietnamese students in Egypt and Vietnamese traditional food and coffee. Vietnamese Ambassador to Egypt Do Hoang Long highlighted the economic potential of the Egyptian … [Read more...] about Vietnamese culture introduced in Egyptian locality
Daria Mishukova, a Russian enthusiast for Vietnamese culture
Daria used to be a lecturer of Vietnamese language and vice dean of the Faculty of Vietnam Studies at the Far East Federal University in Russia. She has accumulated knowledge about Vietnam in a scientific way from the most simple and little things. Daria is passionate about collecting lucky money red envelopes, travelling and writing all about Vietnamese culture. Her book “Vietnam-a country of children of the Dragon and the Fairy” was published in Russian in 2007, republished in 2010, and translated into Vietnamese in 2013. It has become a popular travel guidebook. Daria also writes for in-flight magazines of Russia’s Pegas Travel Company. Hoang Thi Phong Thu, a member of the Company, said Daria’s stories help attract more tourists: “Daria has a thorough understanding of the Vietnamese culture, history, and tradition. She wrote regularly about Vietnamese landscapes, tourism, and food, for magazines provided on our flights all over the … [Read more...] about Daria Mishukova, a Russian enthusiast for Vietnamese culture
Regional exchange promotes Vietnamese culture, food
At the tea party of the ASEAN Ladies Circle in Beijing (Source: VNA) Beijing (VNA) - The Vietnamese Embassy in China hosted a tea party of the ASEAN Ladies Circle (ALC) in Beijing on March 22, aiming at presenting and promoting Vietnamese culture and cuisine as well as strengthen connectivity among ASEAN and Chinese women and international friends. The event saw female diplomats in China, including Cambodian Ambassador Khek M. Caimealy and Lao Ambassador Vandy Boutthasavong, spouses of ambassadors from ASEAN countries, representatives from the ASEAN – China Centre, Chinese businesswomen, artists, and students. Vietnamese Ambassador to China Dang Minh Khoi welcomed the participants, while emphasising the need to improve common awareness on the ASEAN Community, enhancing connectivity and consolidating solidarity. The event has become a traditional activity of the ASEAN embassies in Beijing to connect ASEAN women. This is also an activity to boost exchange and friendship … [Read more...] about Regional exchange promotes Vietnamese culture, food