The event, titled "Pondering life through the rhythms of Xam", was co-organized by the "Toi xe dich" (I move) project and the Vietnam Musical Development Center to raise youths love for this traditional art form and further their understanding of the country's cultural essence. "I Move" is a social media project encouraging the youths to travel widely, live deeply and further their understanding of traditional values. Under the project, many discussions on Vietnam's traditional culture have been held, including "Ca Tru - Ceremonial Singing", "Dong Ho folk art paintings", and "Cheo - Traditional Opera". The topic of this month is "Xam singing", a traditional art form, has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage. Le Xuan Phong, Head of the organizing board, clarified the purpose of the work. "This month, we chose a topic called "Pondering life, through the rhythms of Xam" to bring young people a more complete and deeper understanding of this traditional art form. … [Read more...] about Pondering life through the rhythms of Xam Singing – Culture – My HaNoi
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Model fined, banned from performances in HCM City Vietnamese supermodel Ha Anh has been fined VND10 million (USD476) and banned from performances for three months in HCM City for wearing skimpy costumes. Chau Quoc Dung, chief inspector of the HCM City Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, said that Ha Anh was penalised for the inappropriate clothing she wore at a fashion show on June 26. She did not wear the outfit that had been previously approved by the organising board, but changed them herself, Dung added. Ha Anh was fined due wearing provocative clothing. Ha Anh admitted her fault in the incident. This is the second time she has been fined for a costume mishap. Ha Anh is one of Vietnam's best-known models, and has often appeared at events wearing provocative clothing. She has faced much public criticism for her style of dress. Buddhist Kathina grand ceremony held in Ha Noi A grand Buddhist ceremony will be held for the first time at the Culture Tourism Village of … [Read more...] about Art & Entertainment News 20/10
Tuy An, the land rich in cultural heritages
Recently, 20 mango trees in the historical-art relics of Tu Quang pagoda have been recently acknowledged Vietnam heritage trees, which once more proves the richness in cultural heritage on Tuy An land. Lots of cultural heritages on this land have become the cultural-spiritual symbols for Phu Yen people. In Phu Yen, 18 relics, scenic spots have been acknowledged national level relics, and 7 of which are in Tuy An; together with 6 provincial level relics. Tuy An is the locality with the largest number of relics in the province's cultural heritages. Almost every place in Tuy An has some architectural, historical, cultural works, also the patriotic spirits of fighting against invaders of Phu Yen people are remained, reminding of the young generations. Furthermore, annually at the beginning of spring, people from many corners of life converge into Tuy An to experience such festivals as Thi Thung horse race, Le Thanh Phuong temple and shrine, Tu Quang pagoda festival with lots of … [Read more...] about Tuy An, the land rich in cultural heritages
Saint Giong Festival recognised
HA NOI — Viet Nam's Saint Giong Festival of the Phu Dong and Soc temples has been recognised as the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. The recognition was announced on Tuesday at the 5th section of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Nairobi, Kenya. The festival was one of 47 shortlisted from 29 countries. This year, 147 nominations from 32 countries were submitted for inscription on the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding and for the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. In order to be inscribed, the nominations must comply with a series of criteria, including contributing to spreading the knowledge of intangible cultural heritage and promoting awareness of its importance. They must also justify protective measures taken to ensure their viability. All the elements inscribed on the lists must fit the definition of "intangible cultural … [Read more...] about Saint Giong Festival recognised
Saint Giong Festival recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage
VietNamNet Bridge - Viet Nam's Saint Giong Festival of the Phu Dong and Soc temples has been recognised as the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.VN festival on waiting list for intangible cultural heritage Saint Giong. (Photo: Internet) The recognition was announced on Tuesday at the 5th section of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Nairobi, Kenya. The festival was one of 47 shortlisted from 29 countries. This year, 147 nominations from 32 countries were submitted for inscription on the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding and for the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. In order to be inscribed, the nominations must comply with a series of criteria, including contributing to spreading the knowledge of intangible cultural heritage and promoting awareness of its importance. They must also justify protective measures taken to ensure their … [Read more...] about Saint Giong Festival recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage