The formation and development of Ha Noi''s Old
Quarter, one of the last traditional handicraft and trading areas in
Southeast Asia, is being featured at an exhibition in the capital''s
downtown.
A competition featuring artworks of the capital including photography, painting, graphic design and film has been launched for young people between 15 and 35 years old.
A food festival titled For the Fatherland''s Sea and Islands will be held
from August 28-31 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province to celebrate the August
Revolution Day (August 19) and Viet Nam Independence Day (September 2).
The local pop and semi-classical singer Duc Tuan has
released a special album to commemorate the first death anniversary of
well-known composer Pham Duy.
Vietnamese photographer Nguyen Vu Phuoc has claimed the Golden Prize at the annual international photo contest Peace Is Children''s Right with his colour photo titled Tuoi Tho Thanh Binh (Peaceful Childhood).
