Cultural, sports activities to commemorate Hung Kings
A series of cultural, sport and tourism events will be held from April 9 – 18 in the northern province of Phu Tho to commemorate Hung Kings - the legendary founders of the nation.
PhuTho (VNA) – A series of cultural, sport and tourism events will be heldfrom April 9 – 18 in the northern province of Phu Tho to commemorate Hung Kings - the legendary founders of the nation.
Director of the provincial Department of Culture,Sports and Tourism Nguyen Dac Thuy said a plan for organising the events hasbeen built by the local authorities.
Accordingly, in addition to ritual and festive activities, a running "Den Hung SpiritualityMarathon 2024" will be organised in the Hung Kings Temple historicalsite with the competition of 6,000 athletes nationwide.
On this occasion, the province will inaugurate a bas-relief featuring "President Ho Chi Minhtalking to officers and soldiers from theVietnam People’s Army at Gieng Temple intersection”.
An art performance programme highlighting cultural heritage willbe held on every Saturday evening at the Hung Vuong Museum in Viet Tri city.
A men's football tournament has kicked off, attracting theparticipation of 210 players from Viet Tri city, 13 districts, and the provincialPolice and Hung Vuong University.
At a conference to discuss the plan to organise thecelebration of the death anniversary of Hung Kings, and an “AncestralLand Culture and Tourism Week 2024”, Vice Chairman of the provincialPeople’s Commitee Ho Dai Dung asked membersof the organising board to strengthen coordination to completee tasks onschedule.
The commemoration of the Hung Kings comes on the 10th day of thethird lunar month, which falls on April 18 this year and is a national holiday. The practice of worshipingthem in Phu Tho province was recognised by UNESCO as part of the world'sintangible cultural heritage in 2012.
Mainrituals during ꦛthe event i𝔉nclude ceremonies to offer incense to Lac Long Quanand Au Co - the progenitors of Vietnam - as well as flower offerings at themonument featuring President Ho Chi Minh talking with soldiers from the VietnamPeople’s Army./.
State President Vo Van Thuong, central and local officials, along with thousands of people offered incense in commemoration of the Hung Kings, the legendary founders of Vietnam, at the Hung Kings Temple in the northern province of Phu Tho on April 29 (the 10th day of the third lunar month).
A ceremony commemorating the death anniversary of Hung Kings, the legendary founders of Vietnam, was held on April 29 by the Permanent Mission of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and other international organisations in Geneva.
A ceremony marking the anniversary of Hung Kings - the legendary founders of the nation - and the Culture and Tourism Week of Ancestral Land will be held from April 9-18 in the northern province of Phu Tho with various activities.
As part of the Vietnam – UK Football Festival 2025, legendary MU players and young Vietnamese players will engage in the Manchester Reds vs Vietnam All Stars friendly, set to take place at Hoa Xuan Stadium on June 27.
In the context of rapid digital advancement, digitising artifacts and applying technology to exhibition has become an essential trend for museums in the country, including the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, said Museum Director Nguyen Anh Minh.
As a flagship annual event, the Vietnam National Karate Championship plays a crucial role in offering athletes competitive experience and in promoting public awareness of the importance of physical fitness and sports participation.
The exhibition features works by 12 professional and amateur photographers from Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. The photos, taken between April and October 2023, offer an authentic look at the effects of climate change.
Vietnam’s 50-athlete delegation delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Asian Muay Thai Championships, securing 46 medals: 14 golds, 16 silvers and 16 bronzes.
The event, organised by the VNUFA, featured nearly 40 presentations from Vietnamese and foreign participants, including those from Russia, France, and Japan.
The reimagined gallery not only presents artefacts in a more structured and thematic layout, but also incorporates 3D visual storytelling to enhance audience engagement. The addition of film installations offers visitors a more vivid and immersive understanding of the objects on display.
With the unique concept of travelling the country through traditional music, the album takes listeners on a journey across Vietnam’s beautiful landscapes, immersing them in vibrant traditional festivals, retelling heroic tales of the nation’s history, showcasing local specialties, and reflecting the spirit and love of the modern Vietnamese people.
Participants discussed internal developments within the Nguyen Dynasty during the Franco-Spanish coalition’s campaigns, particularly the tension between pro-war and pro-peace factions, and their impact on the political and military situation at that time.
Vietnam is rewriting the playbook on cultural diplomacy, shifting from traditional government-led initiatives to embracing grassroots participation from citizens, businesses, and social media influencers. In an exclusive interview with Vietnam News Agency, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ta Quang Dong reveals how those changes have been made possible thanks to the country's new Cultural Diplomacy Strategy to 2030.
Jointly organised by the Da Nang Union of Friendship Organisations, the Vietnam-India Friendship Association in Da Nang, and the Indian Embassy in Vietnam at Tien Son Sports Arena, the event also aimed to foster friendship between Vietnam, India, and other countries.
A standout feature this year is “Manga Fest 2025”, showcasing celebrated comic titles and also offering author meet-and-greets, cosplay performances, and other interactive activities.
The programme featured a range of activities, including group practice sessions of the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), Vietnamese–Indian cultural performances, a commemorative flag handover ceremony for clubs, and a beach clean-up to help protect the marine environment.
This year’s tournament has gathered over 300 coaches, athletes, and referees from 18 countries and territories, competing in 28 combat weight categories and eight performance categories. Vietnam’s team has 50 athletes, including six from Thai Nguyen province.
It is the first time that the country is to hold a G1-level tournament which is expected to lure more than 100 athletes of 15 countries and regions at Go Vap Gymnasium.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) 
