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The Hanoi Lotus Festival kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony on the Trinh Cong Son pedestrian street. A highlight of the event, the ceremony featured a captivating art show with 1,200 professional and amateur performers on a floating stage, enhanced by underwater light mapping technology—a unique effect celebrating the vibrancy and beauty of the lotus plant. As a first-of-its-kind event, the festival also showcased a range of activities, including OCOP product introductions and exhibits showcasing the culture of northern mountain provinces. Lotus products took center stage, and a workshop on preserving and developing Vietnamese lotus flowers added an educational dimension. The festival presented a holistic experience, connecting attendees with the local community and its traditions. The five-day festival also featured community-led events, such as a record-breaking gathering of 1,000 people donning traditional long dresses adorned with lotus motifs and a mass cycling eve...

At the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, Ho An Phong, emphasized that the event was more than just an international cultural and entertainment festival. It was also a celebration of the natural beauty, rich culture, and vibrant people of the beach city of Nha Trang. He noted that the festival presented an opportunity to showcase a peaceful, developing, and culturally prosperous Vietnam to the world. Ho An Phong expressed his confidence in the festival’s ability to boost local tourism, helping Khanh Hoa achieve its ambitious target of welcoming 9 million visitors this year, including 3 million international tourists, with a projected tourism revenue of VND40 trillion (approximately US$1.6 billion). The festival, a spectacular showcase of lights and culture, took place over two nights. The first evening featured a drone light show competition between teams from the Republic of Korea and China, with the theme “Glamour Nha Trang.” The night also include...

City dwellers and tourists will have the opportunity to participate in the festival at various locations, including the Saigon Cruise Port, the Bach Dang Wharf Park, the Nhieu Loc-Thi Nghe Canal area, the Binh Dong Wharf, and the Suoi Tien Cultural Tourist Area. During a press conference on the festival held on July 12 in Ho Chi Minh City, Nguyen Thi Anh Hoa, Director of the City Department of Tourism, announced that a wide range of activities will be held along the Saigon River to attract tourists through art performances and promotional programs. These efforts aim to stimulate consumer demand during the peak summer season. The festival will feature an art program at the Saigon Cruise Port on the evening of August 6 with the participation of 700 artists, serving as the highlight of the event. In addition, travel companies will showcase their products and services to domestic and international tourists through tourism fairs at the Nhieu Loc-Thi Nghe Canal area and the Binh Dong...

Vietnam is set to participate in the upcoming ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards (AIFFA) 2023 in Kuching, Malaysia from August 2 to August 4. The country will be showcasing two movies to compete for prestigious titles at the event. Two films, Memento Mori: Land directed by Marcus Manh Cuong Vu and Dem toi ruc ro (The Brilliant Darkness) by Aaron Toronto, have been chosen to participate in a competition among 120 other films at the festival.  A scene in Memento Mori: Land directed by Marcus Manh Cuong Vu.  Memento Mori: Land had its premiere in Vietnam in October 2022. The film is inspired by the true story depicted in the book Destination of Life by Vietnamese author Dang Hoang Giang. The movie follows the journey of Van, a brave and resilient young mother who comes to terms with the fact that her cancer has reached its advanced stage. Seamlessly navigating between reality, cherished memories, and evocative dreams, Van discovers a profound w...

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German-Vietnamese designer Tra My Nguyen’s artwork is inspired by the culture of Vietnamese women riding motorbikes. Her work has gained significant attention at the exhibition, marking her first time showcasing her art. Tra My Nguyen, born in Hanoi in 1992 and raised in Germany, found inspiration in the sun protective clothing worn by Vietnamese women on motorbikes. The BIENALSUR biennial exhibition of contemporary art was first launched in 2015 and continues to be a platform for art and culture. The 2023 edition, taking place from July 8 to December 22, will feature artwork exhibited in over 70 cities across 27 countries and territories on five continents. The post Vietnamese Art Featured at BIENALSUR 2023 in Argentina appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Hanoi targets to welcome 12 million visitors in 2022 Hanoi artist glams up dolls with 54 ethnic minority’s attires Vietnam to battle archrivals Thailand in AFF Suzuki Cup semifinal Form...

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Over the past few years, Hanoi has been the vibrant backdrop for a multitude of internationally acclaimed concerts featuring renowned singers from across the globe. The city has firmly established itself as a sought-after destination for world music tours, enchanting both local and foreign audiences alike, who are captivated not just by the exceptional performances, but also by the captivating allure of Vietnam. Destination for global music stars  K-pop group Blackpink will perform in Hanoi at the end of July 2023. Photo: YG Entertainment  Upcoming Event: Blackpink Concerts Join us for the highly anticipated Blackpink concerts at the prestigious My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi. The concerts will take place on July 29 and 30. There has been a significant increase in the demand for tickets since then, particularly for the VIP tickets priced at VND10 million (US$422), which sold out immediately upon release. Consequently, an influx of tourists is anticipated...