Ancient Vietnamese coins – Episode 1

Ancient Vietnamese coins are a special cultural heritage of the country. They reflect many aspects of social life and are valuable material which helps researchers get some insights into economic, political and social issues.

Han Nom script - Vietnamese ancient language

If we understand clearly Han Nom script, we will be more aware of the beauty and quintessence of Vietnamese language. Consequently, Han Nom is a tool for studying history and cultural values. Moreover, it will help purify the Vietnamese language.

Sounds of Vietnamese traditional musical instruments

Sounds of Vietnamese traditional musical instruments are the soul of the nation. When they are played, they depict the unmistakable soul of Vietnam exactly. Therefore this is considered a special way to explore Vietnamese culture.

Then singing – A traditional Vietnamese singing genre

Then singing is a traditional singing genre and an indispensable part in spiritual life of Tay and Nung ethnic people. “Then” songs are the journeys to the Heaven to pray for a peaceful and well-off life.

Vietnamese lacquer art

Vietnamese lacquer art attracts not only domestic customers but also foreign tourists by its unique beauty and spiritual art. Through many ups and downs of history, its value is not be faded but also is highly appreciated in the world market.

Worship of Tay Thien National Mother in Vietnamese belief culture

The worship of Tay Thien National Mother makes a great spiritual space with many long-established relic sites which stand next to ancient pagodas. This creates a special link between Buddhism and the Mother Goddess worship in Vietnamese culture.

Charming Vietnamese conical leaf hats

Vietnamese conical leaf hats have become an indispensable piece of clothing for Vietnamese women and a beautiful feature of Vietnamese culture. Leaf hats protect women against rain and sunstroke when they go to work and beautify them as well.

Cult of fecundity in Vietnamese culture

In Vietnamese culture, the cult is expressed through the worship of acts of copulation and the worship of genitals. Through many historical ups and downs, the cult of fecundity still plays an important role in the life of Vietnamese people.