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Giving Heritage Sites a “New Look” to Attract Tourism

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:58:56 GMT

More than just souvenir products, many heritage sites in Hue are being “refreshed” with products that showcase the distinctive cultural identity of the imperial court.]]>

Two veteran paintbrushes and green dream

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:10:00 GMT

Painter Mai Chau and the late painter Than Van Huy are two prominent figures in Hue's fine arts scene, leaving behind a legacy of works deeply imbued with Zen philosophy and a profound love for their homeland, Buddhism, and humanity. Their paintings possess a compelling depth, prompting viewers to slow down, reflect, and find a sense of serenity amidst life.]]>

Young People Tell Heritage Stories Through Digital Technology

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:57:15 GMT

Thanks to the application of artificial intelligence (AI), many of Hue’s heritage values are being retold by young people in an entirely new “language”. Historic structures and symbolic cultural icons, long associated with an atmosphere of antiquity and quiet elegance, are now being brought to life through digital creations, contributing to taking Hue Ancient Capital’s image closer to young audiences.]]>

Experimental performance of Hue traditional music notation and the interpretation method

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:02:00 GMT

On the morning of June 5th, at Duyet Thi Duong Theater in Hue Imperial Citadel, Hue Monuments Conservation Center organized an experimental performance program titled “Practicing Huế music notation and the interpretation method,” drawing the attention of researchers, artisans, and lovers of traditional music.]]>

Thousands of People Join the Lantern Festival Along the Perfume River

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:53:29 GMT

As part of the Lantern Festival under the theme “The Golden Light of the Dharma - Cultural Convergence, Spreading Peace”, thousands of monks, nuns, Buddhists, locals, and visitors joined in offering prayers before taking part in the ritual of releasing floating lanterns onto the Huong River.]]>

Coming to Hue to go to the pagodas

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:47:25 GMT

The people of Hue, no one knows exactly since when, but on the full moon (15th day) and the first day of each lunar month, many eateries close, and quite a few meat and fish stalls at the market also stop selling. Many places that normally serve meat-based dishes switch to vegetarian food instead.]]>

“Flow of Heritage”: An Art Gathering

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:31:00 GMT

Held under the theme “Flow of Heritage”, the first O Ly Artshow officially opened on the evening of June 6 at Hue Book and Cultural Space (23-25 Le Loi Street, Thuan Hoa Ward), on the banks of the Perfume River, attracting the participation of a large number of artists and art enthusiasts. ]]>

When young people tell the story of Hue tuong through the language of cinema

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:00:44 GMT

The short film ‘Trong Thuc’ (‘The Drumbeat of Awakening’) is a project created by a team of students in Hue. By approaching tuong through the language of cinema, these young people are exploring new approaches to preserving and spreading cultural heritage.]]>

A Symphony Amid the Clouds of Bach Ma

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:57:21 GMT

Amid the cool mountain air of Bach Ma National Park, beneath a star-filled sky and alongside the gentle murmur of streams flowing through the park’s majestic landscape, a group of young performers from Hon Viet Event treated visitors to an emotionally musical night show with “Symphony No. 5: A Date with the Clouds and Sky”.]]>

Nguyen Dynasty throne reinstalled at Thai Hoa Palace following restoration

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:44:51 GMT

On the morning of June 4th, at Thai Hoa Palace in Hue Imperial Citadel, the Nguyen Dynasty Throne, a National Treasure, was returned to public display after the completion of restoration work.]]>

Hue Ao Dai Week Weaves Stories of Heritage Connections

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:30:45 GMT

Hue Ao Dai Week 2026, featuring a series of cultural, artistic, and community activities to honor the values of Vietnam’s traditional Ao-dai and reaffirm the brand of “Hue - The Capital of Ao Dai”, will take place from July 3 to 10.]]>

French architecture through sketches

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:25:43 GMT

Alongside the Hue heritage complex, the French architectural works that remain today are seen as part of the soul of Hue’s urban landscape. Through the lens of sketching, these structures appear to take on a new look and a different kind of “life” in the eyes of artists and architects.]]>

Hue Today Weekly Issue No. 75, published June 4th, is now available

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:19:00 GMT

Readers are cordially invited to enjoy reading Hue Today Weekly No. 75 or access the online edition at https://huengaynay.vn/xem-bao from June 7th .]]>

A Diverse Lineup of Art Shows Awaits Audience at O Ly Art Show

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:52:00 GMT

Under the theme “Flow of Heritage”, the first-ever O Ly Art show will officially open at Hue Book and Cultural Space (23-25 Le Loi Street, Thuan Hoa Ward) on June 6, ushering in a new artistic platform for the artist community in Central Vietnam. ]]>

From the portrait of patriarch Nguyen Thieu

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:07:22 GMT

Quoc An, one of the oldest ancestral pagodas in Hue, is well known not only for its ancient architecture or long history, but also for its collection of statues, antiques, and precious documents, which are preserved almost intact.]]>

Musician Cao Dinh Thang: “Red Rain” has gone far beyond expectations

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:52:02 GMT

Premiering in August 2025 and surpassing 700 billion VND in box office revenue, the film “Red Rain” (“Mua Do”) created an unprecedented box office phenomenon for a Vietnamese political and historical film. What few people know is that the person behind the film's music, touching the hearts of millions of viewers, is musician Cao Dinh Thang - a young man born and raised in Hue.]]>

Discovering Hue through “Di Mo Rua?”

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:29:09 GMT

The book “Di Mo Rua?” (translation: “Where are you going?”) by Phan, the author, truly feels like an engaging and impressive tour of Hue through the pages of a book.]]>

The “Mountain Ethnic Groups Culture, Sports and Tourism Festival” commences

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:42:22 GMT

On the evening of May 30th, at A Luoi 2 Commune, Hue City Department of Culture and Sports officially opened the first “Mountain Ethnic Groups Culture, Sports and Tourism Festival" 2026.]]>

Showcasing the traditional crafts of ethnic groups

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:42:00 GMT

The exhibition and demonstration of traditional crafts, held at the Ethnic Cultural Center of A Luoi 2 Commune, offered visitors vivid and authentic cultural experiences.]]>

Thousands join Buddha procession from Dieu De National Pagoda to Tu Dam Ancestral Pagoda

Sun, 31 May 2026 12:44:11 GMT

Following the Buddha bathing ceremony at Dieu De National Pagoda, thousands of monks, nuns, and Buddhists joined the Buddha procession to Tu Dam Ancestral Pagoda. This is one of the important ceremonies held annually during the Vesak.]]>