Cultural heritage week to promote national great solidarity
The “Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups- Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2023" will take place in Hanoi from November 22 – 26, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
The “Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups- Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2023" to feature numerous activities (Photo: langvanhoavietnam.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) - The “Great Solidarity of EthnicGroups- Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2023" will take place in Hanoi from November 22– 26, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
The annual event aims to promote the nationalsolidarity spirit, and honour, preserve and promote values of the culturalheritage of the 54 ethnic groups in the country, contributing to raising publicawareness of the importance of conserving and practicing culture.
It comes as part of the activities to celebrate the 93rd anniversaryof the establishment of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (November 18, 1930-2023) and Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23).
The highlights of the event will be the opening ceremony, and the 2nd culture, sports and tourism exchange programme of ethnicminorities on November 23.
The event will feature art performance festivals, programmes to enact festivalsand cultural rituals, those to introduce traditional foods and costumes, and a photo exhibition.
Other activities will be programmes tointroduce festivals and customs of the Nung people in Bac Kan province and the Muong people in Thanh Hoa province; a culture exchange festival ofethnic communities in the southwest, Central Highlands, and northwest regions;and a photo exhibition introducing cultural identities of the 54 ethnicgroups./.
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue attended a ceremony on November 18 evening to kick off the “National Great Unity - Vietnam Cultural Heritage” Week 2021 at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism.
The 'Great Unity of Ethnic Groups-Vietnamese Cultural Heritage' week 2021 has taken place at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi's Son Tay district.
Foreign ambassadors and representatives to UNESCO were treated to a feast of the Vietnamese culture while attending the Cultural Evening held by the country’s Permanent Delegation to UNESO in Paris on November 6, on the threshold of the 42nd session of the UNESCO’s General Conference.
It is the first time that the country is to hold a G1-level tournament which is expected to lure more than 100 athletes of 15 countries and regions at Go Vap Gymnasium.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
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.
The “Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups- Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2023" to feature numerous activities (Photo: langvanhoavietnam.vn) 
