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Thung Nham Bird Park sets example in bird conservation
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Thung Nham Bird Park sets example in bird conservation

Known as the “land of birds,” Thung Nham Bird Park, situated within the Thung Nham Ecotourism Area in Ninh Bình Province, is the largest natural bird sanctuary in northern Việt Nam and is actively managed and preserved.
First transboundary natural world heritage site a vivid testament to the effective and mutual cooperation between Laos and Việt Nam: Ambassador

First transboundary natural world heritage site a vivid testament to the effective and mutual cooperation between Laos and Việt Nam: Ambassador

Việt Nam News'' reporter Lương Hương speaks to Lao Ambassador in Việt Nam, Khamphao Ernthavanh, about the significances of the recognition and future measures to protect the heritage. 
Gibbon rescued from drug lord finds shelter
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Gibbon rescued from drug lord finds shelter

The male gibbon, assumed to be 13 years old, was rescued from the house of Triệu Ký Vòong, a notorious drug lord in the northern province of Lạng Sơn. After he was rescued, he was given the name ''Mafia''.
Đông Giao: the village where wood comes to life
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Đông Giao: the village where wood comes to life

Đông Giao Village in Hải Phòng City (formerly part of Hải Dương Province) is a centuries-old centre of wood carving, where over 95 per cent of households still practise the traditional craft. Despite the pressures of modern times, the village...
Cherished flowers from green papaya
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Cherished flowers from green papaya

Nguyễn Thị Thu, 52, is one of the few remaining individuals who continue to pursue and preserve the traditional art of making flowers from green papayas in Hà Nội.
Slipper orchid species are in danger
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Slipper orchid species are in danger

Collector Chu Xuân Cảnh has seen all 34 species of slipper orchids native to Việt Nam. Việt Nam News reporter Lê Hương talks with Cảnh about his passion and his new book.
Hà Nội hosts large-scale culture, heritage festival
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Hà Nội hosts large-scale culture, heritage festival

The Thăng Long - Hà Nội Festival 2025 from October 31 to November 9 is expected to a vibrant cultural exchange space, promote cultural cooperation between Hà Nội and localities and countries, and bring cultural heritage into contemporary life, thus...
Ninh Bình seeks UNESCO recognition of Hán-Nôm Inscriptions on Non Nước Mountain
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Ninh Bình seeks UNESCO recognition of Hán-Nôm Inscriptions on Non Nước Mountain

Out of the 43 extant stone steles on the mountain, 37 are Hán-Nôm inscriptions dating from the Trần Dynasty (1225-1400) to the early 20th century. These inscriptions are unique original engravings, featuring imperial poems and prose composed by kings, poetic...
Toy initiative brings national treasures to life
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Toy initiative brings national treasures to life

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.
Intl experts propose solutions to balance heritage conservation, development
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Int’l experts propose solutions to balance heritage conservation, development

Cultural heritage is not only a bridge between the past and present but also the foundation for building identity, fostering pride, and strengthening community bonds.
Stepping into tradition with wooden sandals
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Stepping into tradition with wooden sandals

Wooden sandals may not be as popular today as they once were, but images of people wearing them can still be found in photos and paintings from the feudal period and early 20th century.
3D technology raises bar on cultural preservation
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3D technology raises bar on cultural preservation

The cultural sector has embraced this digital revolution, implementing digital technologies to archive, promote, and enhance cultural heritage values. This enables the Vietnamese culture to better integrate and exchange with global cultural communities.
Hà Nội Flag Tower opens for visitors, offers portal to the past
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Hà Nội Flag Tower opens for visitors, offers portal to the past

In the early days of its opening to the public, the Hà Nội Flag Tower welcomed over 10,000 visitors each day.
The forest worship ritual of the Thái recognised as national heritage
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The forest worship ritual of the Thái recognised as national heritage

The Xên Đông festival, known as the forest worship ritual, of the Thái residing in Nghĩa Lộ Town in the northern province of Yên Bái, has been recognised as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Hạ Long Bay tackles challenges to overcome multi-dimensional pressures
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Hạ Long Bay tackles challenges to overcome multi-dimensional pressures

The bay contains nearly 2,000 rocky islands and spans an area of ​​1,553 square kilometres. It is a unique marine natural wonder recognised three times by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
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