Pre-marriage custom of the Cotu

Pre-marriage custom of the Cotu

(VOVworld) – Like many other ethnic groups, the Cotu people consider marriage an important event not only for a family but also for the whole village. The Cotu in Quang Nam province have preserved a...
Wednesday July 17,2013

Wednesday July 17,2013

This week, VOV’s Letter Box has been flooded with mails and emails from our dear listeners throughout the world. Despite the rapid growth of the internet and online media, the number of...
Sacred animals in Vietnamese culture and architecture

Sacred animals in Vietnamese culture and architecture

(VOVworld) – According to Vietnamese belief, the 4 sacred animals including the dragon, unicorn, tortoise and phoenix symbolize power, intellect, longevity and nobility. Probably, for this meaning, these animals have been...
Wednesday July 10, 2013

Wednesday July 10, 2013

A: This week we got emails from listeners who have not corresponded with us for a long time - Justin Jones of the US, Tjang Pak Ning of Indonesia, and Gerald...
Historical evidence affirms Vietnam’s sovereignty

Historical evidence affirms Vietnam’s sovereignty

(VOVworld) – The Ministry of Information and Communications is showcasing 200 documents and maps which prove that Vietnam’s feudal dynasties exercised sovereignty over Truong Sa (Spratly) and Hoang Sa (Paracel)...
Vietnam advances ties with Mexico

Vietnam advances ties with Mexico

(VOVworld) - Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Communication and Education Vu Ngoc Hoang has paid a four-day visit to Mexico
Residential architecture of the Brau

Residential architecture of the Brau

(VOVworld) – Like many ethic minority groups in the Central Highlands, the Brau people attach importance to choosing land for building houses. A Brau village with a Rong communal house surrounded...
Visiting Truong Sa- Spratly archipelago

Visiting Truong Sa- Spratly archipelago

(VOVworld)- Truong Sa, Vietnam’s first island district, is located 250 nautical miles or about 400 km from the coast. Despite numerous difficulties, people and soldiers on the island are determined...
National Assembly deputies meet with voters

National Assembly deputies meet with voters

(VOVworld) - Politburo member and permanent member of the Party Central Committee Secretariat Le Hong Anh and other National Assembly deputies of Can Tho city on Tuesday met with officials, enterprises,...
Traditional attire of the Brau people

Traditional attire of the Brau people

(VOVworld) – Living in the culture-rich Central Highlands, the Brau people have formed their unique customs and culture, including traditional attire
Investment forum: Quang Nam towards green growth

Investment forum: Quang Nam towards green growth

(VOVworld)-Hoi An city in Quang Nam central province has hosted a conference to promote sustainable green growth. Delegates shared practical experiences and strategic orientations in socio-economic development and environmental...