A dazzling collection of restored royal garments from the Nguyen Dynasty including robes once worn by emperors, empresses, crown princes and princesses is on display at an exhibition, recently held in Hanoi.
Royal tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty form an integral part of the architectural heritage of Hue, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site since 1993. These expansive complexes are widely regarded as the pinnacle of traditional Vietnamese architecture, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings, while leaving a lasting impression on those who visit the ancient capital.
The Vietnam Fine Arts Museum is about to receive a painting titled “Hillsides in Deli Ibrahim (Algiers)” by Ham Nghi, an exiled Vietnamese king, on November 12.
The 3D exhibition featuring hundreds of documents on the diplomatic activities of the Nguyen Dynasty, is now open to the public. The event commemorates Vietnam’s Diplomatic Service Day on August 28.
A three-dimensional exhibition featuring documents selected from the collection of the Nguyen Dynasty’s Imperial Archives -World Document Heritage will commence on August 22 at //archives.org.vn, according to Hanoi’s Department of Culture and Sports.
Minh Mang is the second King of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945). He was buried at Hieu Tomb (Tomb of filial piety), also known as Minh Mang Tomb. The majestic architecture features various vestiges of Nguyen Dynasty’s art, culture and history.
Among the imperial tombs of the Nguyen dynasty (1802-1945), Tu Lang (the tomb of King Dong Khanh) has a construction history marked by significant challenges spanning four reigns. It was the first imperial tomb of the Nguyen dynasty to exhibit European architectural influences, signaling a strong trend towards Westernization that continues with the construction of King Khai Dinh’s tomb in 1920.
A collection of 56 ceramic and gold-plated dragons inspired by the Nguyen Dynasty are on display at an exhibition in the Kien Trung Palace in the Hue Imperial Citadel.
The Nine Dynastic Urns placed in front of the The Mieu Yard in the Hue Imperial Citadel have long become important objects of many domestic and international researchers.
Kien Trung Palace is not only a grand architectural structure of significance within the Imperial City in Hue but also holds numerous historical imprints of the nation. It served as the workplace and living quarters of the last two emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty - Emperors Khai Dinh and Bao Dai.
On the occasion of Tet (Lunar New Year) Festival and Vietnam Poetry Day, the National Archives Centre No.1 in Hanoi has launched an online exhibition featuring more than 200 unique royal literary documents from Nguyen Dynasty.
After five years of restoration and upgrade, Kien Trung Palace in Hue Imperial Citadel (Dai Noi) is set to open its door to visitors during the upcoming Lunar New Year (Tet holiday).
Hoang Sa (Paracels) and Truong Sa (Spratlys), like integral pieces of Vietnamese blood and flesh, form part of the country’s territory, which is an immutable truth cherished by the Vietnamese people for generations. Fifty years have passed since January 19, 1974, when Hoang Sa was illegally occupied by China, this archipelago remains a persistent concern of the Vietnamese people.
A kaleidoscope of festive activities will be held throughout 2024 in the central province of Thua Thien – Hue in the framework of the Hue Festival 2024.
An exhibition featuring hundreds of documents selected from a collection in the Nguyen Dynasty’s Imperial Archives, a distinguished World Documentary Heritage, is taking place in Hanoi as part of activities to celebrate Vietnam Culture Heritage Day (November 23).
The Hue Monuments Conservation Centre has cooperated with the Centre for Cultural and Scientific Activities and Education at the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam) in Hanoi to host the “Heritage Convergence” programme, which aims to showcase the essential values of cultural heritage. This event also forms part of activities celebrating Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23).
An exhibition featuring documents selected from the collection of the Nguyen Dynasty's Imperial Archives - World Documentary Heritage is taking place in Hanoi as part of activities in celebration of the Vietnam Culture Heritage Day (November 23).
The Nguyen Dynasty's golden imperial seal of “Hoang de chi bao” (Treasure of the Emperor) was handed over to Vietnam at a ceremony held at the Vietnamese Embassy in France on November 16, said the Department of Cultural Heritage under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST).
