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The exhibition Water Installation and Heritage of Hang Dau Water Tower will open on November 17 as part of the Hanoi Creative Design Festival 2023. It is an art space of light installation made of recycled materials and a unique water sound system that reproduces the natural sound of water. The light installation expands the vision of the beautiful enclosures, while the materials, recycled from urban waste, emphasize the impact of the city on the natural environment. Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., the project was realized by architect Cao The Anh and artist Nguyen Duc Phuong. Through the exhibition, the artists hope to highlight the role of water in life and the connection between man and nature and to make people aware of the importance of preserving the natural environment. This exhibition also aims to allow people to admire the beauty inside an architectural work that has been dormant for decades. Hang Dau Water Tower is located at the intersection of Hang Than, Hang Luoc, Hang Gi...

The Ho Tram tourism strip in the southern province of Ba Ria – Vung Tau, for example, has seen a surge in development of world-class resorts in recent years. More than eight projects have given guests from Vietnam and abroad a taste of luxury holiday experiences. The location benefits from year-round warm weather and a coastline that rivals any in Vietnam. Most of these resorts are self-contained, making them appealing to overseas visitors who only need to communicate in English. They provide a safe option for food and services. For many tourists, simple tasks like buying food can be challenging due to the language barrier. This is a common issue in non-English-speaking countries. Golf has also become a focal point of Vietnamese tourism. Several development and tourism companies have opened golf courses across the country, attracting revenue from international travelers who enjoy playing the sport. Ho Tram, for instance, offers a featured golf course within a short drive from most re...

Built in 1815, the pagoda showcases traditional Khmer architecture and decorations. The walls and towers are adorned with cups, bowls, and dishes, creating a mesmerizing work of art. The first thing that catches visitors’ attention is the three-entrance gate with three towers, each intricately carved with colorful patterns in the traditional Cambodian style. The center tower stands out with a glass box housing a solemn seated Buddha statue. Surrounding the pagoda is a fence adorned with images of Apsara dancing goddesses, symbolizing peace and prosperity. On both sides of the path leading to the pagoda, there are statues of the Kerno goddess. These statues have the face of the Apsara goddess, symbolizing eternal beauty, and the body of the Garuda mythological bird, symbolizing power. The campus of Chen Kieu pagoda is surrounded by lush green trees, creating a serene atmosphere. Nguyen Thi Nhung, a tourist from Hanoi, said, “The ancient pagoda is spacious and has a quiet and f...

Recently, French tiktoker Will Courageux posted three short clips on his channel “Will in Vietnam,” featuring French Ambassador Olivier Brochet exploring Hanoi’s street food. French Ambassador Olivier Brochet (right) and tiktoker Will Courageux sample  Hanoi’s specialty of banh cuon . Photo: Screenshot Shortly after assuming his post in September, the ambassador wasted no time in delving into Hanoi’s culinary delights. Accompanied by his partner, he tried out bun cha , grilled pork,  banh cuon , steamed rice crepes, and ca cuong , dipping sauce made with Lethocerus indicus. The ambassador found these dishes to be incredibly delicious. The adorable videos of Will and the ambassador quickly won the hearts of Vietnamese netizens, particularly among the young audience. In one of the clips, Will and the ambassador visited a renowned banh cuon eatery on To Hien Thanh Street in Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi. They ordered two servings of banh cuon and eagerly savore...

According to Tran Thi Thuy Lan, Deputy Head of the Management Board of Hoan Kiem Lake and Old Quarter, Hanoi’s authorities will hold a series of cultural events, including fashion shows, traditional music performances, talks and exhibitions at Hanoi’s Old Quarter area from November 18 to 30. An art space of the “Hanoi Creative Design Festival 2022” program at  Center for Culture and Art No.22 Hang Buom Street, Hoan Kiem District. Photo: Nguyet Minh The series of cultural events aim to preserve and promote the great values of Vietnamese heritage among the community on the occasion of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day, which will fall on November 23. “The Old Quarter has always been associated with the formation and development of Thang Long – Hanoi, where numerous valuable tangible and intangible cultural heritages have been preserved. Its craft guilds, streets, and villages have partly contributed to the prosperity of the thousand-yea...

A series of exhibitions and installations of contemporary Vietnamese works are on display until the end of November within the framework of the Hanoi Creative Design Festival 2022. The space of the lantern installation by artist Xuan Lam at Center for Culture and Art No. 22 Hang Buom Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. Photo: Lan Tran  Being displayed at the Center for Culture and Art No.22 Hang Buom Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, is a unique series of contemporary art exhibitions and installations inspired by the Vietnamese heritage and history of 40 individuals and groups of contemporary artists in Hanoi. The exhibition features eight major art spaces, including the art installation “Fairy Skites”; the artifact show “Memories of 22 Hang Buom”, the lantern installation “Past and Present Meeting”, the art installation “Five Elements”, the 3D Game installation space “Air Skylen”, among others. Accordingly, the “Fairy Skites” features images of kites created...