The municipality’s People’s Committee and the French Embassy are organizing a week-long event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the 10th anniversary of the strategic partnership between the two nations.
Displayed are 684 maps, documents, and images showcasing the city’s architectural landmarks, expansion plans until 2030 with a vision for 2050, and notable achievements in recent years.
According to Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Tho, Hai Phong’s unique charm is defined by its collection of buildings with French architectural influences. These structures have stood the test of time, carrying cultural significance for over a century.
He noted that these works exemplify the fusion of Vietnamese and French cultures in the city. Local authorities have placed great importance on preserving and promoting the heritage’s value.
Thierry Van De Wyngaert, former President of the French Academy of Architecture and current President of the France-Vietnam Academy of Architecture, remarked that the exhibits offer a glimpse into the buildings designed by French architects during the 19th and 20th centuries in Hai Phong.
He expressed his hope that similar exhibitions will be organized in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Paris.
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.
Bun Tom (shrimp vermicelli noodle)
No one can tell for how long such a simple food has been an essential part of Hai Phong gastronomy. It is something worth trying, like the rest of Vietnamese cuisine, for its unique taste as well as the method of cooking.
Crab soup – A pride of Hai Phong people
‘Banh da cua’, a dish featuring banh da (locally-made flat rice noodles), crab meat, pork broth and vegetables, is the pride of the people in the northern port city of Hai Phong, just as ‘pho’ is to Hanoians.
French architecture showcased in Hanoi
NDO – An exhibition featuring various documents and photos on French architecture opened at Hanoi’s Book Street in the capital city on October 27.
Adopting technology in keeping ‘Xoan’ singing alive
NDO – As 'Xoan' (Spring) singing is faced with the risk of being lost forever, Hung Vuong Museum in Phu Tho province, with the help of several researchers, have put forward a digital solution to preserve the heritage.
