Hundreds of artists perform to celebrate the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon-Cho Lon-Gia Dinh-HCM City
Hundreds of artists perform to celebrate the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon - Cho Lon - Gia Dinh - HCM City
Hundreds of artists from various fields will participate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon - Cho Lon - Gia Dinh – Ho Chi Minh City (1698-2023) and 47 years since Sai Gon - Gia Dinh was officially named after President Ho Chi Minh (July 2, 1976 - 2023).
Hundreds of artist from various field will participate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon - Cho Lon - Gia Dinh - HCM City. In pho: A dan ca tai tu performance (Source: Nhan Dan newspaper)
HCM City (VNS/VNA) - Hundreds of artists from various fields willparticipate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon- Cho Lon - Gia Dinh – Ho Chi Minh City (1698-2023) and 47 years since Sai Gon- Gia Dinh was officially named after President Ho Chi Minh (July 2, 1976 -2023).
Cultural and artistic activities on this anniversary are planned by thePeople's Committee of HCM City and will be carried out by the City Centre forLight Music.
According to Meritorious Artist Nguyen Thi Thanh Thuy, deputy director of themunicipal Department of Culture and Sports, the special art programme will beofficially kicked off at 7pm on July 2 at the main stage area of District 1's23/9 Park and broadcasted live on television and radio.
Besides these performances, relevant authorities of HCM City will organise awide range of activities, including water puppet shows, sports events, cookingcontests, and a traditional costume show, among others, with an aim to tightenrelationships among family members and celebrate the role of the family insocial life.
On this occasion, the city will also hold a ceremony to announce and award OCOPproducts in HCM City with the theme “A new day in the countryside”, takingplace at 7pm on June 30, at 23/9 Park./.
Nine pedestrian bridges are being built over Hanoi Highway in Ho Chi Minh City to serve passengers at nine of the 11 elevated stations of the first metro line here, the HCM City Management Authority for Urban Railways has said.
The Ho Chi Minh City Central Post Office was ranked second in the list of the 11 most beautiful post offices around the world, which was announced by the US magazine Architectural Digest in its latest edition.
The HCM City authorities have directed relevant agencies to review the use of land planned for public parks to have more urban green spaces from 2023 to 2025.
Ho Chi Minh City hopes to become a financial technology hub (Fintech hub), a model similar to that of US Wall Street in New York city, according to Lam Dinh Thang, director of the municipal Department of Information and Communications.
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.
Hundreds of artist from various field will participate in performances on the occasion of the 325th anniversary of Sai Gon - Cho Lon - Gia Dinh - HCM City. In pho: A dan ca tai tu performance (Source: Nhan Dan newspaper) 
