Illustrative image (Cinet)- The Sedang ethnic group in the Central Highlands province of Kon Tum considers their centuries-old bark clothes – a special fashion as “traditional treasure.”Kontum is a relaxed little town with few sights in their own right. What nevertheless puts it on the map of interesting places in Vietnam are the surrounding minority villages, including settlements of the Sedang, Bahnar, Jarai, Gieh Trieng and Rengao ethnic groups.Each village has a Rong, a huge and impressive communal house where the villagers gather for special occasions. Strangely enough, French catholics missionary work has been quite successful in this remote part of the country, rendering some of the minorities converts and leaving a few Christian vestiges.The Sedang used to wear bark clothes at important events like welcoming a new communal house or a new rice crop. Nowadays, they only use them at major festivals.The Sedang then used pestles to beat the skin into a pulp … [Read more...] about Centuries-old bark clothes: A traditional treasure of the Sedang ethnic group
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Exhibition recaptures traditional wedding in Hue Most Recent News
NDO – An exhibition recapturing the traditional weddings of Hue people in 1960s opened at the Hue Culture Museum on November 30. The original objects on display include wedding invitations, marriage certificates, the bride and groom’s costume at the wedding, old regulations on the ceremony, and a tray of betel and areca, which was an indispensable offering from the groom to the bride’s family. The order of events in the ceremony is also introduced to visitors at the exhibition. Accordingly, in the olden days, there were six sets of ceremonies for a couple before they tied the knot, in which the the groom’s family asked for permission from the bride’s, before they got engaged, chose a date for the wedding ceremony, and then the wedding. Nowadays, the six sets of ceremonies have been simplified and organised economically but their significance still remains. The wedding included the procession of the groom's family to receive the bride at her house, before … [Read more...] about Exhibition recaptures traditional wedding in Hue Most Recent News
Canadian PM awed by Vietnam’s traditional martial art Info Alert Alert Chia sẻ bài viết qua e-mail
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was wowed by Vietnam’s traditional martial art, Vovinam, during his official visit to the Southeast Asian country.PM Trudeau touched down in Hanoi on Wednesday morning, commencing his official trip to Vietnam from November 8 to 9, prior to his attendance at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leader’s week in the central city of Da Nang.A welcome ceremony hosted by Vietnamese PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc was held at the Presidential Palace in the afternoon of the same day.That evening, a banquet at the International Convention Center in the Vietnamese capital featured a mesmerizing display of Vovinam, or Vietnamese kickboxing, to honor Trudeau’s visit to the Southeast Asian country.Vovinam can be practiced with or without weapons, though it primarily focuses on finding the equilibrium between hard and soft, using an opponent’s own force and reactions against them.The sport first came into being in 1938 as a means of … [Read more...] about Canadian PM awed by Vietnam’s traditional martial art Info Alert Alert Chia sẻ bài viết qua e-mail
Beauty of Vietnamese traditional customs and ancestral worship Most Recent News
I was trying to recall the past experiences that I have gone through during my four years of living and working full-time in Vietnam and use them to draw a picture of Vietnamese culture, which I expect will be a great work of art with my wonderful memories of this country. When I first arrived in Vietnam, I was very curious about how Vietnam had resisted numerous invasions to safeguard its sovereignty and become an independent country as we know it today. Throughout Vietnam’s rich and long history, what features prominently is the entire country’s effort to preserve national identity, a firm foundation for Vietnam to move forward. It is not difficult to see the marks of Vietnamese people’s respect for cultural customs passed down by their ancestors. A symbol of ancient Vietnamese culture can be found on the Dong Son bronze drums which date back more than 2,000 years ago. Reproductions of motifs on the Dong Son drum surface are often visible in offices or reception … [Read more...] about Beauty of Vietnamese traditional customs and ancestral worship Most Recent News
Solidifying traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Hungary Most Recent News
NDO – Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and his spouse have arrived in Hanoi, beginning their official three-day visit to Vietnam, made at the invitation of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc. >>> Hungarian Prime Minister begins official visit to Vietnam Hungary is a Central European country with stable economic development. The nation advocates European Union (EU) integration and focuses on developing ties with its neighbors, in addition to the countries in the Visegrad Group (V4 – an alliance of four Central European states). In Asia, Hungary gives priority to promoting relations with powers and certain traditional countries, including Vietnam. Hungary has always participated proactively and actively in the activities of regional and international organisations, such as the United Nations and the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). With a history of 67 years, the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam … [Read more...] about Solidifying traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Hungary Most Recent News
Young painter works to inspire love for traditional arts among children Most Recent News
NDO – As a graduate of the Vietnam Fine Arts University, painter Duong Hoang Linh has a deep passion for the traditional arts of his Tay ethic group. In recent years, he has organised a number of activities targeting children in order to bring them closer to the traditional arts Linh has recently established Hi Hung creative space in Hanoi, a cafeteria where children can learn about traditional Vietnamese values and cultural practices through folk games and activities. The space also hosts workshops for children and parents to join together in painting and making masks and lanterns. With the aim of bringing joy to children and inspiring their love for the traditional arts and culture of their country, Hi Hung centre has attracted much interest and appreciation among parents. In an interview with Nhan Dan Weekly, Linh shared his passion for traditional arts and his way to preserve the country’s folk culture. Question: How did you develop an interest in the traditional … [Read more...] about Young painter works to inspire love for traditional arts among children Most Recent News
Strengthening Vietnam-Czech Republic traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation Most Recent News
NDO - President of the Czech Republic Milos Zeman and his spouse arrived in Hanoi on June 6 to begin a State visit to Vietnam at the invitation of President Tran Dai Quang. The visit is regarded as a significant political event in Vietnam-Czechia relations, seeking to further tighten the long-standing friendship and multifaceted cooperation between the two countries. The Czech Republic is an Eastern European nation with an economy growing both in strength and stability. The country joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) in March 1999 and the European Union (EU) in May 2004. In regards to its foreign policy, the Czech Republic prioritises EU integration and focuses on developing ties with neighbouring nations as well as those in the Visegrad Group (also called V4; an alliance of four Central European states). In Asia, the Czech Republic gives priority to promoting relations with powerhouses and a number of nations it holds long-standing friendships with, including Vietnam. … [Read more...] about Strengthening Vietnam-Czech Republic traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation Most Recent News
Traditional New Year of Lo Lo ethnic minority in Ha Giang
Before the spring arrives, the Lo Lo try to finish their last tasks of the old year to prepare for the New Year ahead. The traditional customs of the group practiced at Tet are simple but attractive.On Lunar December 28th - 29th, every family will clean their house and take all their unwanted rubbish to a three-way or four-way crossroads. This unusual practice represents the ‘outward passage’ of all the old, dirty and unwanted things from the last year, letting them then prepare for the good fortune of the year ahead.In the afternoon of the last day of the year a feast is organized for all the family members to welcome the new year and for the head of the family wish them all good health.In the same afternoon, all the working tools of families such as hoe, showel, knife, bush-hook, plough, harrow, trees around the houses and animal pens are adorned with yellow or silver papers so that everyone knows they are not to be touched or moved during the festival.The last night of … [Read more...] about Traditional New Year of Lo Lo ethnic minority in Ha Giang
August 7 – 13: Traditional Korean Art Performance in Hanoi Most Recent News
NDO— A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events will take place in in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. HANOI PERFORMANCE Fansland – “The Phantom of the Opera” Tribute 8 pm, August 4, 11 and 18 VUI Studio 3C Tong Duy Tan, Hanoi To celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Phantom of the Opera (1987), a special series of 4-5 screenings (from high-definition videos) of one of the greatest masterpieces of the 20th century, will take place at 8 pm every Friday from July 28 2017. Free admission Traditional Korean Art Performance 7 pm, August 12 Korean Cultural Centre This traditional Korean artistic performance features the participation of the Traditional Korean Performing Arts Group (a member of the Uri Korean Cultural Research Association). Uri Korean Cultural Research Association was first established in 2002 and has received many awards in Korea. They will bring traditional artistic performances such as SeolJangGu and Buknori Drum Dance in Jindo. Free … [Read more...] about August 7 – 13: Traditional Korean Art Performance in Hanoi Most Recent News
Traditional taxi brands take on Uber and Grab in airport travel
Cheap fares and promotions galoreOn the occasion of Uber and Grab adjusting fares along the routes from the inner city to Noi Bai International Airport after failing in issuing the VND150,000-160,000 ($6.60-7.04) fare earlier this year, traditional taxi brands in Hanoi decided to issue discounts and promotion programmes to take up the gauntlet, according to newswire Vnexpress.Accordingly, almost all traditional taxi brands apply fares of VND160,000-200,000 ($7.04-8.81) for the route (maximum of 32 kilometres from the inner city). A number of brands went as low as VND130,000-150,000 ($5.72-6.60) per trip. Previously, the average fare was around VND270,000-300,000 ($11.89-13.21).Notably, Ba Sao taxi offers a fare of VND180,000 ($7.92) per trip for a maximum of 30km. Besides, the brand uses five-seat Toyota Vios cars with large trunks to serve customers.With the fare of VND200,000 ($8.81) per trip, Noi Bai Airport also commits to take absolute responsibility in case … [Read more...] about Traditional taxi brands take on Uber and Grab in airport travel