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THE HANOI TIMES — The Vibrant Tay Phuong Pagoda Festival has been recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage of Vietnam, a well-deserved honor that coincides with the 10th anniversary of its 34 statues being designated as national treasures. This annual celebration, which spans from the new year to the 6th day of the 3rd lunar month and continues until the month’s end, is held in Hanoi’s suburban Thach That District. It’s a unique festival that blends cultural and religious activities, honoring heaven and earth with traditional Buddhist rituals and energetic folk games. Pham Xuan Tai, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports, presents the decision to include the Tay Phuong Pagoda Festival as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. Photo: Cong Phuong/The Hanoi Times Nguyen Manh Hong, Chairman of the Thach That District People’s Committee, emphasized the festival’s significance, stating that it holds a profound historical value and plays a crucial...

The “Vietnamese Tet in Me” contest is divided into four creative categories: photography, painting, video, and literature/poetry. Each category boasts attractive prizes, with a first-place prize of €500, two second-place prizes of €300 each, and three third-place prizes of €200 each. Additionally, the contest features special awards, including the Excellent Collective Prize and the Audience Choice Award. With a total prize pool expected to reach an impressive €12,000, this competition is an exciting opportunity for creative individuals. Organized by the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe and the Union of Vietnamese Women’s Associations in Europe, this contest aims to strengthen cultural bonds within the community, particularly among younger Vietnamese living abroad. By encouraging expressions of Vietnamese culture and traditions, especially those surrounding Tet, the holiday that celebrates the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, the competition seeks to unite the Vietnamese diaspora ...

“Truc Bach Night,” a unique tourism initiative by Hanoi’s Ba Dinh District, attracted approximately 40,000 visitors during its three-day launch event from November 29 to December 1. A vibrant scene from “Truc Bach Night,” capturing the essence of Hanoi’s cultural life. Credit: Hoang Huy/The Hanoi Times This inaugural event marked the debut of Hanoi’s first open-air “living museum,” vividly bringing to life the streets, spaces, and cultural ambiance of the subsidy era. With a remarkable turnout, “Truc Bach Night” has quickly become one of Hanoi’s most distinctive nighttime attractions, offering both local and international visitors a captivating, immersive journey back in time. The event’s standout feature was its meticulous recreation of the subsidy-era atmosphere. The entire venue was transformed into a life-like movie set, evoking the charm of an old Hanoi neighborhood. Visitors were transported back in time with vintage trams, state-run department stores, and nosta...

Hanoi is at the forefront of developing its night-time economy, launching new services to attract more visitors to the capital. The city is tapping into its unique cultural offerings and historical landmarks to create a vibrant and captivating night-time experience. Dao Ngoc – Ngu Xa in the Ba Dinh District, recently designated as a city-level tourist destination, is one such example. This area offers exciting and distinctive experiences for both domestic and foreign visitors. One of its key features is the incorporation of Hanoi’s subsidy period into the design of the space, including a movie-theater-like event area with department stores and trams as backdrops. It evokes a sense of the country’s special historical periods. The “Truc Bach Night” is a highlight, with specially designed theme shops and Tram Line No. 6 – the “Hanoi Street Museum.” Each of the four trams showcases a typical culinary theme of Hanoi and Vietnam, such as rice paddy, vermicelli noodles, and kitchen cupboar...

Just a short drive from Hanoi’s bustling center, Quoc Oai District in the city’s western suburbs offers a plethora of stunning attractions perfect for heritage tourism, eco-tourism, entertainment, and quick weekend getaways. There is immense potential in Quoc Oai that awaits full exploration and promotion to attract both domestic and international visitors. A Land of Rich Potential The Water Temple, nestled within Thay Pagoda, is a serene and picturesque spot. Photo: Lai Tan/ The Hanoi Times Quoc Oai District boasts a semi-mountainous terrain with plains interspersed by hills and mountains, creating a diverse and naturally beautiful landscape. The district also has a long and rich history, with a unique culture rooted in the Doai land, the ancient territory west of the capital, Thang Long, now Hanoi. Of particular note are the district’s 220 historical, cultural, architectural, and artistic relics. Among these, two stand out as Special National Relics: Thay Pagoda in S...

“The Voice of Hanoi 2024” singing competition is currently captivating the city, with the theme “Hanoi – A Passionate Heart”. The event invites all young, aspiring singers to showcase their vocal prowess and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Vietnamese capital. This contest is not merely an artistic endeavor, but a tribute to Hanoi’s liberation and a testament to its enduring legacy as the nation’s cultural epicenter. Do Dinh Hong, Director of the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports, elaborates on the competition’s deeper purpose: “It’s an opportunity for participants and residents alike to reflect on the city’s heroic past while fostering a sense of love and pride for our beloved country.” Do Dinh Hong, Director of the Hanoi Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, shares insights at the press conference held on November 11. Photo: Organizing Committee Hong further emphasizes the competition’s role in showcasing the elegant lifestyle and deep-rooted c...