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Dancing with spirits: The Lo Lo people’s sacred ancestral ritual

The grass ghost ceremony connects the Lo Lo community with their ancestral spirits.

Woven stories: Co Ho brocade captures life in every thread

More than cloth, Co Ho brocade embodies belief, identity, and a living tradition.

Cultural identity of O Du ethnic people honoured

The O Du ethnic people's ceremony to welcome the first thunder of the year has been listed as national intangible cultural heritage, in the category of social customs and beliefs.

Vietnamese culture takes center stage in top UCL thesis

Vietnamese-Hungarian graduate Karolina My Lan wins top honors for her architectural tribute to cultural harmony.

Pa Ko people renew spiritual bond with mountain gods in Quang Tri

Once a decade, the Pa Ko community in western Quang Tri gathers for a rare ancestral ceremony to honor the mountain deities.

A love woven in time: The Ve wedding tradition in Da Nang

In Da Nang’s mountains, Ve women prepare a handwoven blanket over years to present during marriage, symbolizing devotion and unity.

Rom vong: A dance of unity in Khmer culture

Recognized as national heritage, the Khmer rom vong dance blends ritual, romance, and tradition.

Xen Cung: The sacred celebration of the Kho Mu

Kho Mu villagers gather each March to honor ancestors and pray for abundance through Xen Cung.

Harvest spirit shines at Xo Dang’s new rice ceremony

A sacred festival of gratitude, the Xo Dang new rice ceremony blends ritual, music, and community joy.

To mak le: Thai ethnic game revives cultural spirit in Son La

This cultural game brings Thai ethnic communities together during festivals and ceremonies.

Vietnamese culture, crafts introduced in Brunei

Vietnamese Ambassador to Brunei Tran Anh Vu expressed his hope that ISB students and international friends will have deeper appreciation for Vietnamese literature and culture, including works that have inspired acclaimed film adaptations.

PM calls for cultural plan integrating global heritage and national identity

Prime Minister urges cultural breakthrough aligned with national development goals.

Artists, influencers are encouraged to introduce VN culture to the wider world

Vietnam is rewriting the playbook on cultural diplomacy, shifting from traditional government-led initiatives to embracing grassroots participation from citizens, businesses, and social media influencers.

Ha Giang’s living traditions now total 30 national heritages

From conical hats to wedding songs, ethnic heritages continue to thrive in Ha Giang.

Tay and Nung people preserve ghost festival traditions through peng tai

This fragrant black rice cake is an irreplaceable part of the seventh lunar month celebration in Lang Son.

Vietnamese bookstore fosters cultural exchange in Japan

Macaw is more than a bookstore - it’s a space to nurture a love of Vietnamese literature and foster deeper understanding between cultures.

Cooperation deal inked to promote Vietnamese culture, tourism on TikTok

Under the MoU, TikTok will partner with the department to support Vietnam’s presence and activities at global events such as World EXPOs—starting with EXPO 2025 in Osaka, Japan, scheduled from April 13 to October 13.

Commune leader’s bold move revives traditional E De brocade weaving

Facing the fading of the E De people’s tradition of brocade weaving, a deputy commune chairman in Dak Lak has borrowed nearly VND400 million from a bank to revive this cherished craft.

The Fire King and his divine sword: A legend of rain, resistance, and ritual

The Fire Kings (Pơtao Apui) of Gia Lai were believed to possess supernatural powers - able to summon wind and rain, ensuring favorable weather and abundant harvests - all thanks to a sacred and mysterious sword.

Khmer sugar-making craft shines as national heritage

When the rainy season ends, Khmer communities in Bay Nui, An Giang, eagerly prepare their tools to harvest sugar palm sap, signaling the start of the traditional sugar-making season.