Organised by national carrier Vietnam Airlines’ in-flight magazine Heritage since 2013, the contest aims to raise public awareness about the importance of preserving Vietnam’s cultural heritage and natural values. Through this competition, the magazine seeks to spread awareness of the need to protect the country’s unique and diverse cultural heritage and natural resources. By participating in the contest, individuals are encouraged to share their knowledge and experience of Vietnam’s cultural and natural heritage, in order to create a more sustainable future and promote the country’s values.
Photographers are invited to submit their photographs of historical and cultural relics, art and architectural pieces, as well as stunning landscapes by July 31st at the latest.
The esteemed photographs will be featured in various publications from Heritage, providing readers, both native and foreign, with an insightful look into the people of Vietnam and their vibrant culture, as well as the captivating scenery of the country.
A total of 16 prizes worth more than VND250 million will be granted to those who participate in a photography competition. The best photos will then be selected to display at an exhibition, scheduled to take place in late September.
The ninth edition of the Heritage magazine’s 30th founding anniversary celebration is now open for all! Take part in this exciting contest and be in with a chance of winning amazing prizes. Showcase your creativity and innovation, and be rewarded for your efforts. So don’t wait any longer, join the competition now!
Travel agencies focus on non-China tours after coronavirus outbreak
Many local travel agencies have cancelled tours to China and started focusing on tours within Vietnam and to other countries as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival posts VND120 billion in revenue
NDO – The Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival 2019, closed on April 14 with total sales estimated at VND120 billion (US$5.16 million), up 45% over 2018.
Joy and pride in international recognition of national heritages
NDO – As the art of xoan singing is soon to be lifted from the UNESCO list of cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding, Dr Le Thi Minh Ly from the National Cultural Heritage Centre expressed her joy at the achievements Vietnam has made over the past year in protecting cultural heritages.
Protecting Minority Culture Through Workshop
NDO/VNA – How to protect and bring into play the values of folk culture of ethnic minority groups in Vietnam was discussed at a workshop held at the National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi on December 14.
Decoration art in traditional costume of Red Dao people recognised as national heritage
NDO – The Tuyen Quang provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism in coordination with Na Hang district’s authorities hosted a ceremony on October 12 to receive a certificate honouring the decoration art in traditional costumes of local Red Dao ethnic groups as a national intangible heritage.
