http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news.hwh vi Fri, 22 May 2026 07:05:00 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 07:05:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/rss.hwh http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/uploads/logo_e538477be54a51f07e3b2f00033def03.png http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news.hwh 144 46 http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/hoi-an-spreads-heritage-values-through-a-series-of-creative-activities-in-response-to-international-museum-day-2026-916.hwh In the flow of a creative urban landscape, heritage is not merely a memory of the past, but also an essential resource for nurturing identity, promoting community education, and inspiring future generations. In celebration of International Museum Day on 18 May 2026, the Hội An Center for the Conservation of World Cultural Heritage is organizing a series of meaningful cultural and educational activities aimed at spreading heritage values in contemporary life.]]> Fri, 22 May 2026 07:05:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-24h/post-915.hwh ]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 03:05:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-24h/post-914.hwh ]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 03:05:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/da-nang-smile-tourism-culture-criteria-913.hwh ]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 03:05:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/New-notice/event-information-the-22nd-hoi-an-japan-cultural-exchange-da-nang-2026-912.hwh During her official visit to Vietnam, on the afternoon of May 2, Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae visited Vietnam National University, Hanoi, and delivered a speech. In her opening remarks, Prime Minister Takaichi expressed her wish to visit the Hội An World Cultural Heritage Site and walk along the streets once frequented by the Japanese community centuries ago. She especially mentioned the Japanese Covered Bridge, recently restored with support from Japan, as a vivid symbol of more than 400 years of vibrant maritime trade and exchange between the two nations on open seas.]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 03:05:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/touching-the-authentic-preserving-traditional-values-in-the-flow-of-contemporary-life-911.hwh In the context of redefining tourism development strategies toward greater depth, the 2026 stimulus program with the message “Đà Nẵng - Touching the Authentic” is not merely a promotional campaign but also a new approach that places emphasis on evoking and reinterpreting the core values of the destination. As a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, Hội An - Đà Nẵng is gradually shaping a development model in which traditional values are not “fixed” but become a resource for creative innovation.]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:04:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/remembering-trinh-a-night-of-memory-and-reflection-910.hwh The “Remembering Trịnh” music night was not merely an artistic event, but a point of emotional connection where lovers of Trịnh Công Sơn’s music came together to pause and immerse themselves in a timeless musical flow. Twenty-five years after the passing of the renowned composer, his melodies continue to resonate - gentle yet profound.]]> Fri, 3 Apr 2026 07:04:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/New-notice/information-nguyen-tieu-festival-2026-in-hoi-an-a-national-intangible-cultural-heritage-909.hwh The Nguyên Tiêu Festival, also known as the First Full Moon Festival, marks the first full moon of the lunar year. In folk belief, it is regarded as the day of “Heavenly Blessings Bestowed” and for generations, the people of Hội An have considered it the “Tết after Tết” - a meaningful moment that ushers in a year of harmony, prosperity, and good fortune.]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2026 08:03:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/tan-thanh-local-market-a-lively-taste-of-a-traditional-vietnamese-tet-908.hwh Amid the dynamic development of a creative city, local cultural values continue to be quietly and steadfastly nurtured, preserved and passed on through everyday community spaces. The Tân Thành Local Market, taking place from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM on February 1, 2026, along Nguyễn Phan Vinh Street (from No. 19 to No. 27), is one such cultural gathering, where the spirit of the traditional Tết is reimagined through the language of contemporary life.]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:01:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/a-fond-and-distinctive-farewell-from-hoi-an-to-travelers-at-da-nang-international-airport-907.hwh Hội An, a land of heritage, preserves not only the memories of a once-thriving international trading port but also a vibrant living space where traditional crafts and folk arts have been safeguarded and passed down through generations. Rather than remaining confined within the Ancient Town, these values are now being shared in a more creative and accessible way: bringing Hội An’s folk arts directly to travelers at the international gateway of Central Vietnam - Đà Nẵng International Airport.]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 03:01:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/museum-of-trade-ceramics-where-heritage-lives-through-creativity-906.hwh Located in the heart of Hội An Ancient Town, the Museum of Trade Ceramics is not only a place for preserving and displaying documents and artifacts that reflect a vibrant period of commercial development at Hội An’s international trading port, but also a cultural and creative space imbued with strong humanistic values. The museum creates opportunities for diverse community groups to participate in, access, and effectively promote cultural values in an inclusive and meaningful way.]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:01:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Culture-Art/a-vibrant-cultural-tapestry-across-hoi-an-905.hwh Recently, a series of continuous cultural and tourism events held across the wards of Hội An, Hội An Đông, and Hội An Tây have come together to paint a vivid picture of community life. These events celebrated and disseminated intangible cultural heritage, traditional crafts, and folk arts, while reaffirming Hội An - Đà Nẵng’s position as a proud member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.]]> Thu, 8 Jan 2026 02:01:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Culture-Art/hoi-an-and-the-series-of-heritage-commemorative-activities-904.hwh In the closing months of the year, Hội An once again became a focal point for visitors and cultural professionals from Vietnam and abroad, as a series of commemorative activities marking Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (23 November), the 26th anniversary of Hội An Ancient Town’s inscription as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site (1999 - 2025), and the 8th anniversary of the Art of Central Vietnamese Bài Chòi being inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (2017 - 2025) were held successfully and with strong public engagement. Beyond their commemorative significance, this year’s program highlighted Hội An’s creative approach to heritage, where cultural legacy is not only preserved but actively revitalized as a living resource that inspires contemporary expression and community participation.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 02:12:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Culture-Art/honoring-heritage-through-fashion-yaly-couture-s-30th-anniversary-collection-showcase-at-song-hoai-square-903.hwh At 7:00 p.m. on December 12, 2025, at Sông Hoài Square, Hội An, Yaly Couture will present a special collection celebrating its 30 years of establishment and development. More than a fashion show, the event is a reflective journey through three decades of creative connection between a couture brand and the land that has nurtured and inspired generations of artisans. It unfolds as a dialogue between traditional values and contemporary creative expression.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:12:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/New-notice/event-information-the-21st-hoi-an-japan-cultural-exchange-2025-902.hwh From December 26 to 28, 2025, the 21st “Hội An - Japan Cultural Exchange” will be held in Hội An Ancient Town, Đà Nẵng City. The event will feature a vibrant series of international cultural exchange activities designed for residents and visitors during the 2025 Christmas season and the 2026 New Year celebrations.]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:12:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Culture-Art/ancient-town-to-host-hoi-an-japan-cultural-exchange-901.hwh A series of exhibition and art performances will be included in the annual Hội An-Japan Cultural Exchange with the participation of Vietnamese and Japanese communities in the ancient town on December 26-28.]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 07:12:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Culture-Art/many-unique-cultural-activities-at-the-21st-hoi-an-japan-festival-900.hwh Many unique cultural activities at the event "The 21st Hoi An - Japan Cultural Exchange" will take place from December 26-28, at Hoi An Ancient Town, Da Nang.]]> Fri, 5 Dec 2025 09:12:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/New-notice/information-celebration-activities-for-cietnam-cultural-heritage-day-november-23-26th-anniversary-of-the-recognition-of-hoi-an-ancient-town-and-my-son-sanctuary-as-unesco-world-cultural-heritage-sites-december-4-1999-2025-899.hwh From 21 November to 07 December 2025, Hội An Ancient Town will host a series of meaningful cultural activities celebrating Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (23 November), the 26th anniversary of the UNESCO inscription of Hội An Ancient Town and Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary (04 December 1999 - 2025), and the 8th anniversary of the Art of Bài Chòi being recognized as a UNESCO Representative Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (07 December 2017 - 2025). These events honor the enduring value of Vietnam’s heritage while reaffirming Hội An, now part of Đà Nẵng City, as a renowned UNESCO Creative and Heritage City.]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:11:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/hoi-an-quickly-recovers-after-storm-and-flood-ready-to-welcome-visitors-back-898.hwh After the recent storms and flooding subsided, the authorities and residents of Hội An, Hội An Đông, and Hội An Tây Wards have mobilized all available resources to promptly clean up, restore the environment, and enhance urban landscapes. These efforts aim to resume tourism services as soon as possible and adapt flexibly to the current situation.]]> Tue, 11 Nov 2025 01:11:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/the-traditional-boatbuilding-craft-of-kim-bong-carpentry-village-897.hwh For generations, along the gentle Thu Bồn River, Kim Bồng Carpentry Village (Hội An Ward, Đà Nẵng City) has been renowned for its traditional woodworking, house construction, and boatbuilding craft. The rhythmic sounds of chisels and saws by the river are not merely echoes of labor. They form a melody of creativity, shaped by the skilled hands and enduring spirit of the artisans.]]> Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:10:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/what-s-in-the-vietnamese-village-named-among-the-world-s-50-most-beautiful-896.hwh A rural village next to Hoi An Ancient Town, with lush nipa palm forests and a long-standing farming community, has been listed among the world’s 50 most beautiful villages in 2025.]]> Wed, 8 Oct 2025 08:10:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/mid-autumn-festival-glows-in-hoi-an-ancient-town-895.hwh Chương trình “Đêm phố cổ Hội An” được kỳ vọng sẽ tái hiện lại cuộc sống của người dân Hội An thời xưa dưới ánh đèn lồng, mang đến trải nghiệm yên bình cho du khách.]]> Wed, 8 Oct 2025 08:10:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/hoi-an-lune-center-and-hoi-an-memories-land-honored-with-tripadvisor-travellers-choice-awards-2025-894.hwh Nestled in the heart of Hội An, a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art, Hội An Lune Center and Hội An Memories Land stand out as two remarkable cultural destinations, enriching the city’s creative identity on the global cultural map.]]> Mon, 29 Sep 2025 03:09:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/thanh-ha-pottery-village-honored-with-the-2025-best-community-based-tourism-destination-award-893.hwh On September 27, 2025, at the Vietnam Tourism Awards Ceremony, Thanh Hà Pottery Village, located in Hội An Tây Ward, Đà Nẵng City, was recognized as the “Best Community-Based Tourism Destination.” This award marks a significant milestone, recognizing the joint efforts of local authorities and the community in preserving and promoting the unique cultural and historical values of this more than 500-year-old traditional craft village.]]> Sat, 27 Sep 2025 10:09:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/hoi-an-diversifies-tourism-products-892.hwh In Hoi An, there is both reducing the load on the old town and developing community tourism for the surrounding area.]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:09:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/a-village-in-hoi-an-ancient-town-named-namong-world-s-50-most-beautiful-villages-891.hwh Cam Thanh is the sole representative from Vietnam, securing the 20th place in the list selected by Forbes.]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:09:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/foreign-tourist-surprised-to-be-served-lunch-after-walking-into-jewelry-shop-in-hoi-an-890.hwh A South Korean tourist in Hoi An was surprised to be invited to lunch inside a jewelry shop, later calling the experience "as warm as home."]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:09:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/bright-moon-of-thanh-ha-a-unique-mid-autumn-pottery-collection-889.hwh In the festive spirit of the Mid-Autumn season, Thanh Hà Terracotta Park proudly presents a special pottery collection titled “Bright Moon of Thanh Hà”. Here, traditional ceramic art blends seamlessly with the essence of the festival, as artisans breathe life into clay, water, and fire, allowing pottery to journey through time while preserving its timeless spirit.]]> Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:09:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Hoi-An-Travel/hoi-an-expands-tourism-beyond-ancient-town-to-protect-heritage-888.hwh Over-tourism in Hoi An prompts authorities to develop neighboring eco-destinations.]]> Wed, 3 Sep 2025 09:09:00 GMT http://www.hoianworldheritage.org.vn/en/news/Culture-Art/hoi-an-tailoring-a-timeless-craft-connecting-past-and-present-887.hwh Tailoring in Hội An has a long history, rooted in the town’s days as a bustling international trading port and a vital link of the Maritime Silk Road during the 16th and 17th centuries. By the early 20th century, Western-style tailoring shops began to emerge. Today, amid the moss-covered ancient streets, the tailoring trade remains vibrant, not only as a livelihood but also as a space where skilled craftsmanship, refined aesthetics, and endless creativity converge.]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:08:00 GMT