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.
3D mapping technology is deployed at the Temple of Literature. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) -ꦛ In a significant push toward digital transformation, Vietnam is capitalising on 3D technology to preserve and promote its rich cultural heritage, aligning with the Party's directions on cultural development.
In his writing on digital transformation – an important driver for developing productive forces and perfecting production relations, taking the country into a new era, Party General Secretary To Lam underscored the need to advance IT and build digital platforms to connect and share data across organisations. He set a goal for Vietnam to rank among the world's top 50 countries and third in ASEAN in terms of e-government and digital economy by 2030, aiming to propel the nation into a new era of advancement, civilisation, and modernity.
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.
The revised Cultural Heritage Law and the Data Law, which were adopted at the 15th National Assembly’s 8th session in November last year, provided a timely legal framework to facilitate digital transformation in cultural heritage preservation.
3D imaging technology has proven particularly valuable in storage and presentation, enhancing connectivity and interaction with archived materials and artifacts. It also diversifies exhibition activities, creating engaging and unique experiences for visitors.
Regarding conservation and research, the technology enables precise archiving, reproduction, and replica creation. Recently, at the Vuon Chuoi (Banana Garden) archaeological site in Hoai Duc district of Hanoi, it was employed to capture artifacts in three-dimensional space, collecting comprehensive data for research purposes.
The simulated model of Mot Cot - Dien Huu pagoda (Photo: Sen Heritage)
Dinh Viet Phuong, Director of 3DArt Company, which involved in 3D scanning at the the site and other cultural heritage projects, noted growing market interest in heritage and artifact simulation for various purposes, including museum displays, decorative arts, religious practices, and souvenirs.
Under the programme to digitalise the Vietnamese cultural heritage for the 2021-2030 period, Vietnam plans to digitalise all special national relic sites, national treasures, and intangible cultural heritage items, making them accessible on digital platforms.
The Vietnam National Museum of History pioneered 3D digitalisation with various artifacts and materials, and has deployed virtual 3D interaction technology for exhibitions. This success has inspired other museums to follow suit, with digitalisation and 3D conversion processes continuing to be expanded throughout museum systems and heritage sites.
However, the process has faced multiple challenges as advanced digital technology requires substantial financial investment and skilled human resources for development and sound operation. Employees in the sector need further training and updated knowledge in digital transformation skills to effectively utilise 3D applications./.
Party General Secretary To Lam has emphasised the need for more efforts to place Vietnam among the top three Southeast Asian countries for digital technology research and development by 2030, and form at least five major digital technology enterprises capable of competing internationally.
The Politburo has announced the establishment of the Central Steering Committee for the Development of Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation, aiming to achieve a digital economy contributing at least 30% of GDP by 2030 and 50% of GDP by 2045.
As the official throne hall of the king, Thai Hoa Palace hosted royal audiences, grand ceremonies, and key imperial rituals, witnessing the reigns of the 13 kings under the Nguyen Dynasty (1802 – 1945).
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
The cultural event in Canberra not only fostered cultural exchanges between Vietnam and Australia but also contributed to promoting Vietnam’s image internationally
The U23 competition will run from June 16 to 22, followed by the U17 event from June 23 to 28, while athletes competing in the U23 category will undergo weight and skill checks ahead of the matches starting June 18, while similar checks for U17 athletes will take place before June 23.
