Hue Enters Peak Season for Lion Head Making

Workshops in Hue City producing lion heads, props, and costumes are currently bustling to finalise products for the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival market.

Crafting lion heads is a renowned traditional trade in the ancient capital of Hue, characterized by diverse, creative, and visually stunning designs that showcase meticulous craftsmanship. These products not only evoke childhood memories but also reflect the dedication of artisans who quietly preserve this traditional craft in the ancient capital.

By VNA/VNP

Vietnams journey from independence to development

Vietnam’s journey from independence to development

Some historical moments remain deeply embedded in a nation’s memory. The Autumn of 1945 is one of them. On September 2, 1945, at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, President Ho Chi Minh, on behalf of the Provisional Government, read the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming to the Vietnamese people and the world the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.  

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