Vietnam’s national treasure

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Sa Huynh jewelry collection from Lai Nghi awaits national treasure status

The gold earrings and bead collection found at Lai Nghi, dated from the 3rd century BCE to the 1st century CE, may soon be recognized as Vietnam’s National Treasure.

Golden linga of Binh Thuan becomes national treasure

A ceremony was held at Po Sah Inu tower relic site in Phan Thiet city of Binh Thuan to announce the Prime Minister’s decision to add the golden linga of Binh Thuan into the list of national treasures, and kick off the Kate Festival.

Vietnam's national treasure: Unique Triad of Buddha statues at Con Son Pagoda

The Triad of Buddha Statues at Con Son Pagoda has been recognized as a unique National Treasure, a one-of-a-kind historical artifact that captures the essence of 17th-century Buddhist sculpture in Vietnam.

An Giang Museum showcases six priceless Oc Eo artifacts

The An Giang Museum proudly exhibits six national treasures representing the Oc Eo culture from the 4th to 6th centuries, each of significant cultural, historical, religious, and artistic value.

Museums face challenges in national treasure protection

Many of the country’s national treasures, including artefacts of history, culture, and science dating back hundreds and even thousands of years, have not been looked after properly, according to museum officials and experts.

2,000-year-old national treasure displayed at Thanh Hoa Museum

The Thanh Hoa Provincial Museum has preserved and displayed three national treasures.

100-year-old clock that tells time by sunlight to be restored

After a long period of degradation, Vietnam's unusual stone clock that tells time measured by sunlight in Bac Lieu province will be restored to preserve its heritage value.

National treasure: Sao Vang bronze drum insured for $1 million

Sao Vang bronze drum, a valuable and unique artifact in the Dong Son bronze drum collection of the National Museum of History, has been insured for $1 million.

Chau Thanh, Tra Vinh sheet gold recognized as national treasure

The collection of Chau Thanh, Tra Vinh sheet gold, and Lo Gach (brick kiln) Pagoda sheet gold has been recognized by the government as national treasures imbued with the values of the Oc Eo culture.

Original features of stone dragons recognized as national treasure

A pair of stone dragons is part of a staircase positioned at the entrance to Co Loa Temple, also known as Thuong (Upper) Temple. The pair of dragons with special carvings is typical of the Le Dynasty Revival of the 18th century.

Reviving Thanh Lieu woodblock heritage: A journey of preservation & innovation

The "Thanh Lieu Woodblock - Journey to revive a craft village" project marks a concerted effort not only to safeguard a rich cultural heritage but also to foster development and innovation within the Thanh Lieu craft village.

The untold story about banyan tree with 130 hives

An ancient banyan tree in Dien Bien province is the home to 130 wild beehives which produce precious honey, bringing great benefits to villagers.

National treasure: Precious An Dan sword

The Precious An Dan Sword is one of five artifacts which have been recognized as national treasures at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel.

VN national treasure: Entry/extra cards for imperial maids

The Early Le Dynasty Imperial Maid's entry/exit card is currently being kept at the Thang Long - Hanoi Heritage Conservation Center. It is an artifact created entirely by hand.

National treasure: Hiep An ceramic jar of the Tran Dynasty

The Hiep An brown-patterned ceramic jar of the Tran Dynasty is relatively large in size, embossed and engraved with patterns, and glazed. These were the typical techniques of the times.

Hanoi is home to eight newly designated national treasures

Among the eight newly recognized national treasures are five artifacts from the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, dating back to the 11th century.

Vietnam names additional 29 artifacts national treasures

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on January 18 signed a decision recognising an additional 29 artifacts as national treasures.