Culture

https://hanoifairtours.com/If you're planning a trip to Vietnam, you absolutely must add the charming city of Hoi An to your list. One of the most unique experiences you can have in this city is taking a Basket Boat ride in Hoi An. Let's explore this unique basket boating activity at Hoi An, Quang Nam province with Hanoi Fairtours. Read more

A one-hour show called ‘Hoi An Memories’ recreates the 400-year history of the town from its early days as a small village to its golden era of a busy trading port. Read more

Traditional swing festival of Gia Vien village (Thua Thien Hue) takes place on Lunar January 4th and has been preserved for centuries in order to exercise physically and pray for favorable weather and a bumper crop...   Read more

Artisan Dang Van Hau has always had a passion for the traditional craft of to he -- toy figurines that are made of rice dough. Read more

During the Lunar New Year (Tet) festival, each ethnic group in Vietnam has its own specialties that reflect the culture of their people and are used as offerings to worship their ancestors. Read more

 On January 23, 2022, nearly 30 ambassadors and representatives of diplomatic missions and international organizations in Ha Noi had come together to explore and experience the atmosphere of the Vietnamese New Year with the theme "Tet of Doai" at Duong Lam ancient village (Son Tay town). The program is an event that involves ... Read more

 Vietnam’s Red River Delta has been named by the New York Times as one of 52 places to visit in a changed world, where travellers can be part of the solution. Read more

At every Vietnamese meal, one small bowl takes pride of place. This bowl holds a sauce that ties together everything on the table. Salty, amber brown, and rich in flavour, there’s nothing more Vietnamese than fish sauce, or nước mắm.  Your first experience with nước mắm may be the day you arrive in Vietnam. ... Read more

(Vietnam Today) - Bac Lieu is the birthplace of amateur music in association with renowned composer Cao Van Lau, who penned classic “A nostalgic nocturne for the husband”. A memorial area of the Southern amateur music and composer Cao Van Lau (Ninh Binh road, ward 2, Bac Lieu city) is deservedly a treasure to host amateur music legacy ... Read more

An art project featuring typical women’s costumes during the Nguyễn Dynasty (1802-1945) was created during the social distancing period by Nguyễn Quốc Trí, a.k.a Kris Nguyễn, an illustrator in Bình Thạnh District in HCM City. Read more

Following uncountable rainy and sunny seasons, the brilliant mural paintings in Canh Duong Village, Cảnh Hoa Commune, Quang Trach District in the central province of Quang Binh have faded over time; however, the echoes of a land imbued with its coastal cultural identity still seem to hold on visitors and coax them into scheduling a return date. Read more

HÀ NỘI  For centuries, the role of Thị Mầu in Việt Nam’s most famous chèo opera Quan Âm Thị Kính (Goddess of Mercy) has been as a flirtatious woman.   However, audiences of the traditional art will soon have the chance to see her dynamic, good-natured side through a new cải lương ... Read more

There is a market in the Ha Giang Karst Plateau which is not a trading place but instead a meeting venue of couples who were in love but broke up in the end. It is Khau Vai market, also known as Phong Luu market, and is held on the 27th day of the third lunar month. Read more

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Hà Nội’s Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism has proposed two conservation plans for the Eastern area of the pre-historic archaeological site. Read more

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Whether you’re a wellness enthusiast or just a traveller passing through, Sapa’s herbal baths are one of those activities you simply shouldn’t miss. Slipping into a hot, healing bath with a view of nature is not only beneficial for your body and mind: it’s an opportunity to experience the wellness ... Read more

You don’t have to be a child to be entertained by water puppets. Vietnam’s water puppetry opens a window into local culture, and is a fully realised art form enjoyed by young and old. Watch scenes of village life on an ever-changing stage, learn about festivals and traditions, and get to know quirky characters inspired by ... Read more

Take in the Smile of Angkor show and discover Cambodia's cultural heritage with a breathtaking mix of traditional music, dazzling dances, and enchanting tales. After enjoying a diverse and delicious buffet dinner, sit back and see 6 stunning acts that illuminate this country's striking history. Read more

The quiet capital of Laos has many historic treasures as “the city of sandalwood” a Buddhist stupa. The city features old Buddhist temples, and a French touch is still visible from the old days. Vientiane offers a relaxing riverside break where you can enjoy a wonderful sunset over the Mekong.   Read more

Siem Reap -1000 years of history in stone attracts more than one million travelers every year to explore the world-famous Angkor temple complex heritage, wherein its centuries-old architecture and art give meaning to Cambodia's tourism campaign "Kingdom of Wonder." Walking the grounds of the temple ruins amid the dense forests and ... Read more

Cambodia is a country rich in culture and customs, and it is often the people and their traditions that capture visitors’ hearts. It pays well to learn a little about these ahead of your holiday to make the most out of your time in the Kingdom of Wonder. Here are 11 things you should know about Cambodian culture.   Read more