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Hanoi Festival Honors a Symbol of Vietnamese Culture

Hanoi Festival Honors a Symbol of Vietnamese Culture

Hanoi Lotus Festival 2026 has opened in the scenic West Lake area, celebrating the lotus as a timeless symbol of Vietnamese culture while introducing a cultural experience that highlights the charm of the capital to domestic and international visitors.

In the News

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  • A Proud 50 Years of Innovation Development

    Half a century after bearing the name of President Ho Chi Minh, the country’s largest city has taken an impressive journey, transforming from a city scarred by war into a leading economic hub and a dynamic, modern megacity, becoming a symbol of Vietnam’s renewal and integration. 

  • The Pearl of the South

    From Mekong Delta laboratories to the world’s choosiest markets, Vietnam has emerged as a rice powerhouse on the global stage. This is the result of half a century of scientific research, technological innovation, and an enduring collaboration between scientists, farmers, and businesses.

  • Oc Eo - Ba The, the Crossroads of Civilizations

    Hidden beneath the southern region’s alluvial soil, an ancient trading hub is coming to light. Vietnam’s recent submission of the dossier to nominate the Oc Eo - Ba The archaeological site as a UNESCO World Heritage highlights Vietnam’s position in human civilization. 

  • Schools that Light the Way to the Future

    On the rolling mountain ranges of the border provinces of Dien Bien and Lai Chau, multi-level boarding schools are being built, opening doors of opportunity for thousands of ethnic minority students. More than just a place to pursue the dream of literacy, these facilities are cultivating human resources and strengthening the national frontier through the sustainable power of education. 

  • Vietnams Private Sector - A Central Driver of National Development

    Vietnam’s private sector is emerging as a central driver of the country’s development. 

Culture highlights

Ancient Woodblocks, Living Heritage: Preserving a National Treasure in Hai Phong

Ancient Woodblocks, Living Heritage: Preserving a National Treasure in Hai Phong

Recognized as a National Treasure of Vietnam, the woodblock collection at Tram Gian Pagoda in An Phu commune, the northern city of Hai Phong is being preserved and promoted through heritage education and community outreach initiatives aimed at raising public awareness, particularly among younger generations.

Economy

Renewing the Essence of Bat Trang Pottery

In Bat Trang pottery village on the outskirts of Hanoi where centuries-old ceramic traditions have been preserved along the Red River, Tan Thinh Ceramics Production and Trading Cooperative has chosen its own path: renewing traditional craftsmanship while giving Bat Trang ceramics a contemporary identity.

EVENTS & FIGURES

A Korean Experts Love for Vietnamese Rice

A Korean Expert’s Love for Vietnamese Rice

Through various cooperative programs of the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), Dr. Jongsoo Shin has contributed to scientific and technological innovation and human resource development in Vietnam’s agriculture sector as well as efforts to elevate Vietnamese rice in the global market.

Exploring our land

The Timeless Art of Lotus Tea Making

Renowned as the “finest tea through the ages,” Quang An lotus-scented tea from Tay Ho Ward in Hanoi is considered one of the capital’s most treasured culinary traditions. Combining the naturally rich flavor of premium green tea with the gentle fragrance of West Lake’s famous Bach Diep, or hundred-petal lotus, this delicacy reflects the elegance, refinement, and cultural identity of Hanoi.

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