Marathon marks 1,050th anniversary of VN’s first feudal state
Marathon marks 1,050th anniversary of Vietnam’s first feudal state
More than 800 runners from Vietnam and 16 other countries and territories raced in the first Trang An Marathon at the Trang An Landscape Complex in the northern province of Ninh Binh on September 9.
The race forms part of sport activities marking the 1,050th anniversary of the establishment of Dai Co Viet, the first feudal state of Vietnam. (Source: webthethao.vn)
Ninh Binh (VNA) – More than 800 runners fromVietnam and 16 other countries and territories raced in the first Trang AnMarathon at the Trang An Landscape Complex in the northern province of NinhBinh on September 9.
The race, jointly held by the Vietnam Athletics Federation andthe provincial Department of Culture and Sports, forms part of sport activitiesmarking the 1,050th anniversary of theestablishment of Dai Co Viet, the first feudal state of Vietnam.
Through the event, Ninh Binhaims to promote the image of people and landscape of the UNESCO-recognisedTrang An Landscape Complex to domestic and foreign friends, contributing tolocal economic and tourism development.
The Trang An Complex boastsseveral nationally recognised sites like the Trang An ecotourism site and HoaLu, Vietnam's capital in the 10th and 11th centuries.
The area also has many other temples, pagodas,paddy fields, villages and other sacred sites.
It is home to around 500 flora species, 73species of birds and 41 species of other animals and has a diverse ecosystemwith unique geological characteristics.
Dai Co Viet (Great Viet) wasthe first centralised feudal state in Vietnam which existed from 968 to 1010AD. It was also the native land of three royal dynasties: the Dinh, the earlyLe and the Ly. Hoa Lu was the first capital of the country until King Ly ThaiTo moved the capital to Thang Long (now Hanoi) in 1010.
The 300-ha HoaLu ancient capital is now a popular tourist destination in Ninh Binh, famousfor beautiful landscapes with magnificent lime mountains and rivers.-VNA
The first international conference on spiritual tourism will take place in the northern province of Ninh Binh’s Bai Dinh Pagoda on November 21- 22, said an official from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism at a press conference in Hanoi last week.
Spiritual tourism is only popular during special occasions like the spring festival. To tap the sector’s potential, it’s necessary to develop more activities to create a complete tourism product.
Ripe rice season at Tam Coc-Bich Dong tourism site inside the Trang An Landscape Complex in northern Ninh Binh province is a highlight of the ongoing Ninh Binh Tourism Week.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
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.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
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.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
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.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
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.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
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.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
The race forms part of sport activities marking the 1,050th anniversary of the establishment of Dai Co Viet, the first feudal state of Vietnam. (Source: webthethao.vn) 
