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Vietnam's 16 elements on UNESCO-recognised intangible cultural heritage list

UNESCO has recently recognized the Ba Chua Xu (Holy Mother of the Realm) Festival on Mount Sam in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, raising the total number of the country’s such UNESCO-recognised intangible elements to 16.

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An Giang's festival recognized by UNESCO
The Ba Chua Xu (Holy Mother of the Realm) Festival on Mount Sam in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang was officially recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
An Giang's festival recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
The Ba Chua Xu (Holy Mother of the Realm) Festival on Mount Sam in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang was officially recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, at the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Paraguay on December 4.

25 years of Hoi An recognized as UNESCO world cultural heritage site
The central province of Quang Nam has hosted a diverse range of activities to mark 25 years since UNESCO’s recognition of Hoi An Ancient City as a world heritage site, aiming to introduce different aspects of cultural heritages to international friends.
Exhibition of traditional Japanese Kimono: Cultural experience in HCMC
Those who love Japanese culture can experience a cultural feature at an exhibition of traditional Japanese Kimono in Ho Chi Minh City.
Seminar on promoting Vietnamese Pho into international dish organized in Hanoi
A seminar on protecting and promoting Hanoi Pho (Hanoi’s noodle soup), which is recognized as National Intangible Cultural Heritage, was held in Hanoi on December 1.
Việt Nam earns sixth consecutive 'World's Leading Heritage Destination' title at WTA
This year, Việt Nam outshone notable contenders such as Armenia, Brazil, Egypt, Greece, Japan and Saudi Arabia to secure the prestigious prize.

Vietnamese students promote cultural heritage in Australia
The Association of Vietnamese Students in Queensland (AVSQ) recently hosted a cultural event in Brisbane to help the Vietnamese community get a better insight into the homeland’s traditional craft products, thus raising their awareness and appreciation of the Vietnamese intangible cultural heritage.
Vietnam promotes cultural heritage values for sustainable future
Vietnam’s over-4,000-year history has woven a tapestry of cultural treasure across the country, representing more than just the nation’s soul but emerging as a powerful catalyst for sustainable development. Amidst rapid globalisation and urbanisation, preserving and promoting the cultural wealth has never been more critical.
Week celebrates great solidarity among ethnic groups – Việt Nam’s cultural heritage
The folk singing and musical instrument festival of the Tày, Nùng and Thái ethnic groups have opened the Week of Great Solidarity among Ethnic Groups – Việt Nam’s Cultural Heritage.
2025 Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival to spotlight cultural heritage space
The 11th Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival will take place from June 7 - 9 next year, offering a great chance for the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa to promote and honour the beauty and immense value of its sea.
Việt Nam Week in US helps promote Vietnamese cultural heritage
The Vietnam Week 2024 has been held in Washington DC, the US, aiming to honour the country’s rich cultural heritage, enrich Vietnamese-American people's identity and commend the achievements of the Vietnamese-American community.
Quảng Ninh Museum works to promote intangible cultural heritage
Việt Nam, Japan cooperate to balance tourism development, cultural heritage preservation
Hirashima Takashi, Deputy Director of the Japan National Tourism Organisation, affirmed that the two countries have many similarities in culture and tourism.
Ninh Thuận weaves cultural heritage into transformation of local tourism
The central coastal province of Ninh Thuận is taking measures to make the most of its cultural heritage advantage to attract more tourists.
Ninh Thuan weaves cultural heritage into transformation of local tourism
The central coastal province of Ninh Thuan is taking measures to make the most of its cultural heritage advantage to attract more tourists.
Second painting contest on Việt Nam’s cultural heritage to be launched in September
The second edition of a painting contest honouring Vietnamese cultural heritage will be launched at the beginning of September.
Kylin dance to become part of intangible cultural heritage of humanity
HCM City has submitted a document to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to name the art of kylin-lion-dragon dance by local people on the list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity of Việt Nam.
Hà Nội lotus-scented tea making craft listed among national intangible cultural heritage
The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has issued a decision recognising the traditional craft of making lotus-scented tea in Quảng An Ward, Tây Hồ District of Hà Nội as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Lotus-scented tea making craft among national intangible cultural heritage
The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has issued a decision recognising the traditional craft of making lotus-scented tea in Quang An ward, Tay Ho district of Hanoi as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Local noodle soup designated as national intangible cultural heritage
The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has officially recognised phở Nam Định (Nam Định-style phở) and mỳ Quảng (Quảng Nam-style noodle soup) as part of the national intangible cultural heritage list.
Vietnam announces new entrants on list of national intangible cultural heritage
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has added new entrants onto the list of national intangible cultural heritage, including “Phở Nam Định” (Nam Dinh beef noodle soup) and “Mì Quảng” (Quang noodles).

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