Promoting the image of Vietnamese country and people in the US

Promoting the image of Vietnamese country and people in the US

(TITC) – On 25th September 2024 (local time), in the framework of the Vietnam Tourism and Cinema Promotion Programme in the US, the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MOCST) organised the exhibition to introduce images of Vietnam's land, people and culture.

Hoang Su Phi terraced rice fields – A brocade painting in the middle of the sky

Hoang Su Phi terraced rice fields – A brocade painting in the middle of the sky

(TITC) – Hoang Su Phi terraced rice fields (Ha Giang Province) are famous for their colourful, winding like giant, magical brocade painting in the middle of the sky. With its majestic scenery, Hoang Su Phi terraced rice fields are not only an attractive and famous tourist destination but also a special natural and cultural symbol of the northern mountainous region.

Gia Lai combines brocade weaving with tourism

Gia Lai combines brocade weaving with tourism

Brocade weaving is a traditional craft closely linked to the culture of the Jrai and Bahnar people in Gia Lai province. Major programs have been in place to preserve and promote brocade weaving and create new opportunities for economic and tourism development.

Programme honours culture of Vietnamese ethnic groups

Programme honours culture of Vietnamese ethnic groups

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will host a programme entitled ‘Cultural Days of Vietnamese Ethnic Groups’ at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in the Dong Mo tourism area of Son Tay Town, Ha Noi, from April 18 to 21.

Dragon in Vietnamese culture and life

Dragon in Vietnamese culture and life

A dragon is described visually with physical characteristics taken from nine different animals: the horns of a stag, the head of a camel, the eyes of a demon, the neck of a snake, the belly of a clam, the scales of a carp, the claws of an eagle, the soles of a tiger, and the ears of a cow. Although it is a mythical creature, dragons have been symbols in the life and culture of Asian people since ancient times.

Kon Tum attracts tourists with its indigenous culture

Kon Tum attracts tourists with its indigenous culture

Kon Tum province is located in the north of the Central Highlands and on the western side of the Truong Son range. It’s the second smallest province in the Central Highlands, with mountains and plateaus, interspersed with narrow valleys. Kon Tum has a cool climate and attracts tourists with its rugged landscape and the cultures of its indigenous peoples.