Cultural, art programmes to celebrate 130th founding anniversary of Da Lat
A wide range of cultural and art activities will be featured in a programme to celebrate 130 years of the formation and development of Da Lat city (1893-2023), heard a press conference hosted by the People’s Committee of the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on December 11.
Lam Dong (VNA) - A wide range of cultural and art activities will be featured in a programme to celebrate 130 years of the formation and development of Da Lat city (1893-2023), heard a press conference hosted by the People’s Committee of the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on December 11.
The highlight of the programme will be a ceremony on December 30 to announce the recognition of Da Lat as a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of music. The ceremony will close with fireworks from 10:35pm to 10:40pm.
An art and fashion show at the Da Lat College on December 16 will tell a story of Da Lat in the past and at present with pieces of architecture, flowers, and pine forests in the mist through a collection of “ao dai” (Vietnamese traditional dress) by designer Minh Hanh and her colleagues.
Flower spaces will be arranged in parks and public areas in the city centre. Meanwhile, a Vietnam - Korea cultural exchange programme, and a ceremony to honour 130 outstanding individuals with achievements in all fields will be held as part of the event.
The programme will also include an online contest to learn about Da Lat’s 130-year formation and development, orchid and bonsai contests, and a countdown programme to welcome the New Year 2024.
So far this year, the People's Committee of Da Lat city has organised 18 cultural and art activities, including an international music festival, a song writing camp, exhibitions on “Old Da Lat” and the city’s socio-economic development achievements, and a seminar on local tourism development.
Located on Lam Vien Plateau at an altitude of 1,500m above sea level, Da Lat, a popular tourist attraction, spans 394 sq.km and has a population of nearly 232,000 from many ethnic groups. It is home to the cultural space of gongs in the Central Highlands, which was recognised by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity in November 2005.
The city is expected to welcome over 400,000 visitors from now until the New Year 2024 holiday./.
The ancient city of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam, and Da Lat city in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong have been named in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in terms of music, and crafts and folk art, respectively.
The People’s Committee of Da Lat city plans to hold a ceremony on December 30 to celebrate 130 years of its formation and development and to receive UNESCO recognition as a creative city in the field of music.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on November 21 night beat the gong to open the 23rd Vietnam Film Festival at a ceremony held in Da Lat city in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong.
Train cars in the Central Highlands city of Da Lat are now offering free music performances in an attempt to improve customer experiences for passengers, especially foreign tourists, said Vo Minh Chanh, Chief of Da Lat Railway Station on November 27.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
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.
A view of Da Lat city (Photo: VNA) 
