Category Archives: Vietnamese Culture & Heritage

Discover Vietnam’s History & Heritage through engaging blog posts that take you on a journey back in time. Discover the ancient civilizations, dynasties, and historical events that have shaped Vietnam into the country it is today. From the rich history of the Hung Kings to the fascinating tales of the French colonial era, this category delves into the key moments that defined Vietnam’s culture and identity.

Learn about the evolution of Vietnamese traditions, art, architecture, and the resilience of its people throughout centuries of change. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious about Vietnam’s past, Culture – History Vietnam offers an immersive experience into the nation’s storied history.

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Vietnam Culture Itinerary: Best Vietnam route for culture and heritage travellers

The best Vietnam cultural journey isn’t about visiting as many destinations as possible. Before choosing [...]

10
Jul
Exploring traditional Vietnamese clothing is an unmissable thing to do in the country
Traditional Vietnamese Clothing: Ao Dai, Women’s Dress & Ethnic Costumes

Vietnamese traditional clothing is not one single costume. The Áo Dài is the best-known national [...]

17
Feb
Vietnamese flags displayed during Reunification Day in Vietnam
Vietnam Reunification Day 2027: April 30 History & Travel Tips

Vietnam Reunification Day is observed on 30 April. In 2027, the Reunification Day–Labour Day break [...]

12
Feb
Vietnamese múa lân performers during a festival
Vietnamese Lion Dance: Múa Lân, Ông Địa & When to See It

Vietnamese lion dance, or múa lân, is especially visible around Mid-Autumn Festival and Tet. Learn [...]

12
Feb
Hung Kings Festival pilgrims at Hung Temple in Phu Tho, Vietnam
Hung Kings Festival in Vietnam: 2027 Date, Phu Tho & Visitor Guide

The Hung Kings Festival (Giỗ Tổ Hùng Vương) is held on the 10th day of [...]

11
Feb
Fireworks during a Vietnam National Day celebration
Vietnam National Day 2027: September 2, History & Travel Tips

Vietnam National Day is 2 September. In 2027, public-sector staff have a four-day break from [...]

27
Dec
Buddhist statue and lotus flowers representing Buddhism in Vietnam
Buddhism in Vietnam: Traditions, Pagodas & Visitor Etiquette

Understand Buddhism in Vietnam before visiting its pagodas: Mahayana and Theravada traditions, Truc Lam history, [...]

25
Dec
Offerings during Rằm tháng Bảy in Vietnam
Hungry Ghost Festival in Vietnam: Vu Lan, Rằm Tháng Bảy & Etiquette

Vu Lan, Rằm tháng Bảy and “Hungry Ghost Festival” overlap in Vietnam but are not [...]

23
Dec
Mid-Autumn Festival celebration in Vietnam
Mid-Autumn Festival in Vietnam: Dates, Lanterns & Travel Tips

Vietnam’s Mid-Autumn Festival, Tết Trung Thu, falls on the 15th day of the 8th lunar [...]

18
Dec
Tet decorations and flowers during Vietnamese Lunar New Year
Tet in Vietnam 2027: Dates, Traditions & Travel Planning

Tet, or Vietnamese Lunar New Year, falls on 6 February 2027. The official public-sector break [...]

18
Dec
Vietnamese and English signs used in a visitor area in Vietnam
Language in Vietnam: Vietnamese, English & Useful Travel Phrases

Vietnamese is Vietnam's national language. Learn where English usually works, why regional accents differ, which [...]

11
Dec
Religion in Vietnam: temples, ancestor worship and diverse belief traditions
Religion in Vietnam: Beliefs, Buddhism, Ancestor Worship & Etiquette

Understand religion in Vietnam through the beliefs travellers actually encounter: ancestor veneration, Buddhism, Christianity, Cao [...]

10
Dec
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