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Huế launches training centre for sustainable tourism practices

Tuesday, Sep 30, 2025

Funded by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) in Norway through WWF-Việt Nam, the training centre for sustainable tourism practices provides knowledge on alternatives to plastic, environmentally friendly tourism management and training methods, and tours designed to minimise plastic...

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Việt Nam – RoK Culture Day opens in central Huế City

Monday, Sep 29, 2025

More than a cultural and artistic exchange, the event also served as a large-scale people-to-people and cultural diplomacy initiative, reflecting Hue’s aspirations for deeper international integration and affirming its growing stature as a centrally-run city. It further provided a platform...

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Việt Nam through the lens of international photographers

Thursday, Sep 11, 2025

The event is organised by the Department of Fine Arts, Photography and Exhibitions in collaboration with Huế City’s Department of Culture and Sports. It forms part of the Việt Nam International Photography Festival 2025 in Huế, supporting the National Tourism...

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Nguyễn Dynasty imperial throne to be restored

Tuesday, Aug 12, 2025

The project aims to return the artefact to its original condition, preserving its form, structure, colours, and historical integrity. The restoration supports long-term preservation and highlights the value of this iconic piece.

Heritage

Huế makes headlines: CNN clips put ancient city on global map

Tuesday, Aug 12, 2025

Short promotional videos aired on CNN aim to boost Huế’s image as a heritage-rich, eco-friendly and high-end tourism destination for international travellers.

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Huế has two more national cultural heritages

Tuesday, Jul 08, 2025

The new rice festival of the Cơ Tu ethnic people and the traditional knowledge of bún bò Huế (Huế-style beef noodle soup) have been officially listed in the national intangible cultural heritages

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Workshop highlights historical figures defending Huế Imperial Capital

Wednesday, Jun 25, 2025

Participants discussed internal developments within the Nguyễn Dynasty during the Franco-Spanish coalition’s campaigns, particularly the tension between pro-war and pro-peace factions, and their impact on the political and military situation at that time.

Artist

Renowned sculptor’s artistic language told at exhibition

Tuesday, Jun 17, 2025

Điềm Phùng Thị is recognised globally as the most famous contemporary sculptor from Việt Nam and has had a significant impact on the world of sculpture.

Heritage

Huế, Japan’s Nara prefecture cooperate to promote cultural heritage values

Thursday, Jun 05, 2025

As of June 2025, there had been 20 foreign direct investment projects from Japan to Huế with a total registered capital of more than US$247 million.

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Áo dài week – a cultural highlight of Huế’s summer festival

Wednesday, Jun 04, 2025

A Vietnamese costume parade will be held as part of the festival, expected to be the largest-ever of its kind with thousands of participants in traditional costumes of the three regions across Việt Nam.

Heritage

Toy initiative brings national treasures to life

Sunday, Jun 01, 2025

Collectors will embark on a journey of re-enactment, exploration, and collection of the treasures from the former capital of Huế through a modern approach that integrates Near Field Communication (NFC) and 3D technology.

Sports

Runners check in World Heritage while racing in Hạ Long

Friday, May 30, 2025

The annual VnExpress Marathon Hạ Long 2025 will be a ''welcome summer'' event of the national marathoners as it will be organised on June 1 in Quảng Ninh Province.

Event

Huế royal music captivates Swiss audience

Monday, May 12, 2025

The performances made many Swiss leave their seats to capture the distinctive presentations embodying Huế’s cultural essence.

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Huế Imperial City offers free night-time access during holidays

Monday, Apr 28, 2025

Holiday travellers will have the opportunity to visit the ''Journey of Vietnamese Ceramics'' exhibition at Kiến Trung Palace, a highlight of the Summer Festival within the framework of the Huế Festival 2025.

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Artwork crafted from tree uprooted by Typhoon Yagi

Tuesday, Apr 22, 2025

''Hồi Sinh'' (Resurrection) is more than just an artwork. Supported by the Hà Nội People’s Committee and Hoàn Kiếm District authorities, the project by artist Tia-Thủy Nguyễn aims to revitalise a public space, highlight cultural identity and honour the historical...