Culture

Hue is gradually undertaking the inventory, research and development of a database of its Buddhist woodblocks, with the aim of completing a nomination dossier for UNESCO recognition of Hue Buddhist woodblocks as documentary heritage.

Under the theme ‘Impressions of Hue, Vietnam-2026’, the sculpture camp aims to create more works of artistic value for the city's public art spaces, enriching cultural life and contributing to the development of contemporary art in Hue

In Hue City, a series of activities marking Vietnam Culture Day is scheduled to take place from November 5 to 24, featuring a variety of cultural and artistic programs as well as distinctive community-based experiences.

From November 5th, the participating artists will gather in Hue to take part in the camp's activities and complete the final stages of their work.

Experts believe that designating November 24th as Vietnam Culture Day is significant in raising public awareness of the role culture plays in national development.

Resolution 80-NQ/TW opens up a vital opportunity to transform cultural and heritage potential into resources for sustainable development. However, to achieve this goal, it is necessary to fully recognize the existing “bottlenecks”...

Phan Vu Tuan, a painter, was born in 1994 in Son Tien Commune, Ha Tinh Province. He grew up in a midland village, surrounded by mountain ranges and immersed in the rhythms of life in a farming family...

An Cuu Ward People’s Committee held a consultation meeting on the historical epic performance ‘Nguyen Hue’s coronation’, themed ‘Mount Ban - The heroic spirit of Quang Trung’.

Researching and incorporating these elements into contemporary designs requires an understanding of their historical contexts and cultural characteristics, as well as respect for the authenticity of the heritage.

Inspired by a love for traditional culture, young designers in Hue are finding ways to bring heritage values into clothing through their own creative languages.

At Quoc Hoc - Hue High School for the Gifted, an artistic program entitled ‘Quoc Hoc - Hue: 130 years of a flowing stream’ was held as part of activities marking the 130th anniversary of the school’s establishment...

The Flag Tower and Ngo Mon Square are transformed into a ‘sea of light’ at night, serving as the backdrop for spectacular 3D mapping projections, major music concerts and electronic music festivals.

On the morning of October 22, the first Vietnam Calligraphy Festival 2026 opened at the Co Mat Vien (Privy Council) - Tam Toa relic site under the theme ‘Vietnamese Soul through Brushstrokes’. The event is part of Hue Festival 2026.

The highlight of the Economy & Development section is an article by Huu Phuc titled ‘Opening Up New Opportunities for Medical Tourism and Wellness’.

Beyond helping preserve the values associated with their original owners and local communities, these structures have become cultural spaces, contributing to the character and identity of Hue heritage city...