Exhibition re-enacts Vietnam’s culture in Co Loa Citadel relic site
The Khong gian Viet (Viet space) display area was officially put into operation in the Co Loa Citadel on February 1 as part of efforts to diversify cultural activities in the national historical-cultural relic site.
Hanoi (VNA) – The Khong gian Viet (Vietspace) display area was officially put into operation in the Co Loa Citadel on February 1 as part of efforts to diversify culturalactivities in the national historical-cultural relic site.
Covering over 2,000 sq.m, the model comprises three wooden houses and six leaf-tiledcottages designed in traditional style, and over 20 bamboo booths displaying specialtiesof Co Loa in particular and those of the Northern Delta region in general.
Visitors will have a chance to enjoy interesting experience, as well as get insightsinto the countryside’s custom, community culture, and handicraft trade.
Tourist visiting the area will be provided with free tickets from February1 - February 21.
During the first four days of operation, many cultural activities are being arranged,including displays of bonsai trees and handicrafts, traditional art shows, waterpuppet performances, and food introduction.
At the end of 2017, the site’s management board introduced the Ca tru (ceremonialsinging) art performed by artisans from the Lo Khe Ca tru club of Dong Anhdistrict, in the site as part of efforts to preserve the intangible cultural heritage.-VNA
A master plan for restoring the Co Loa spiral-shaped citadel in suburban Dong Anh district, Hanoi, was unveiled by the Ministry of Construction and the municipal People’s Committee on October 26.
Hanoi has been building new tourism products to lure more domestic and foreign visitors to the capital city, affirming its position as a tourism centre of the country.
The Hanoi Museum on November 23 introduced for the first time four groups of Thang Long – Hanoi national treasures on the occasion of the Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23).
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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.
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The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
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Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
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The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
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Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
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A view of Co Loa festival in 2017 (Source: VNA) 
