Tương Bần (Ban soya sauce) has been a delicacy of northern
Vietnam since the end of the 19th century. It is a delicacy found in Ban Yen
Nhan Ward in My Hao Town, Hung Yen province. VNA Photo
During the drying period, makers should stir the mixture every two days, but just for a minute. VNA Photo
Fungus and salt is added, and the mixture is put in ceramic containers, covered tightly and dried in the sun for between two and six months. VNA Photo
The final sauce should be a dark brown colour, with a slightly unpleasant odour but sweet taste. The sauce can last for up to three years in good conditions. VNA Photo
Sticky rice, after being soaked in water and boiled, is spread out on bamboo tray, covered with the leaves of longan or sweet potato. VNA Photo
Sticky rice, after being soaked in water and boiled, is spread out on bamboo tray, covered with the leaves of longan or sweet potato. VNA Photo
Tương Bần (Ban soya sauce) is a delicacy found in Ban Yen Nhan Ward in My Hao Town, Hung Yen province. VNA Photo
The boiled rice is left for three days till it turns yellow with the fungus. VNA Photo
The main ingredient of the sauce is soybean. VNA Photo
Sticky rice, after being soaked in water and boiled, is spread out on bamboo tray, covered with the leaves of longan or sweet potato. VNA Photo
The other ingredients are sticky rice and salt, while it is fermented in an enzyme known as koji punch. VNA Photo
Che Cu Nha commune is known for its traditional craft ofweaving brocade. The majority of the locals here dress in traditional costumesmade from fabric woven from fibers of the flax plant, with decorative patternscreated using the beeswax drawing technique. The Mong employ melted beeswax todraw on the fabric's surface, covering the desired parts. After the drawing,the fabric is dyed and boiled in water. During the boiling process, the beeswaxmelts into the boiling water, revealing the intricate patterns. VNA Photo: ĐinhThùy
Located 10km south of Phan Rang-Thap Cham city, a beautiful
seaweed field stretching more than 2km along a beach in Tu Thien village, Ninh
Thuan province has become a magnet for tourists. VNA Photo: Nguyễn Thành
International Women’s Day (March 8) marks a significant
milestone in the history of the struggle for gender equality and women’s
happiness in society. It is also a day when half of the world honours the
contributions and efforts by mothers, sisters, and girls. In Vietnam, March 8
has become a driving force for generations of Vietnamese women to continuously
bring into play their intellect, contribute to society, and help build a nation
of sustainable development. VNA Photo
Thai ethnic, one of three largest ethnic groups in the
northwestern province of Dien Bien, is striving to preserve their traditional
brocade weaving. Visitors to Thai people’s homes will discover the remarkable
craftsmanship of Thai women, who skilfully weave a variety of brocade products,
such as pillowcases, bedsheets, blankets, bags, and clothing. Thai brocade
fabric stands out among similar offerings from other ethnic groups for its
colours, including red, black, purple, white, and green. The weaving skill of
Thai people is passed from generations to generations, between mothers and
daughters, to uphold not only the ways to make their own clothes, but also
their rich tradition. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
The Can Gio mangrove forest has been miraculously revivedafter nearly half a century of restoration and development. It is considered a“green carbon sink, green lung”, creating a solid green wall to protect theenvironment for Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring localities. VNA Photo: Hồng Đạt
A gong and xoang festival celebrating the rich cultural
heritage of ethnic groups recently took place in Kon Tum, a province in
Vietnam's Central Highlands. Featuring captivating performances by artisan
groups, the event immersed audiences in the vibrant traditions, rituals, and
festive spirit of Kon Tum’s ethnic communities. VNA Photo: Khoa Chương
V-ORGANIC Organic Agricultural Cooperative in Quyet Chien
commune, Tan Lac district, Hoa Binh province develops vegetables production
following an organic, safe, and environmentally friendly chain. The
cooperative's production area covers nearly 8 hectares with net houses,
helping to minimize harmful pests. VNA Photo: Trọng Đạt
Lung Cung, the most remote village in Nam Co commune, Mu
Cang Chai district, Yen Bai province, is bursting with color as peach blossoms
and other flowers bloom. VNA Photo: Tuấn Anh
About 6km from Tam Duong town in the northern mountainous
province of Lai Chau, Si Thau Chai community-based tourism village has become
beloved destination by many domestic and foreign tourists. Located at an
altitude of more than 1,400m above sea level, with natural scenery and a cool
climate all year round, the village gives visitors feelings of comfort and
peace, keeping them away from the fatigue and noise of the urban life. Home to
more than 60 households of the Dao ethnic minority group, the village offers
tourists great experiences of unique customs and traditional culture of the Dao
group. It also serves as a venue for domestic and international paragliding
tournaments. VNA Photo: Quý Trung
A Huynh, a member of the Ja Rai ethnic group, resides in
Chot Village, Sa Thay Town, Sa Thay District, Kon Tum Province. Apart from his
expertise in playing gongs and skillfully handling the T'rung, A Huynh is also
known as the only person in Kon Tum who can make and play stone instruments,
the most peculiar musical instrument of the Central Highlands people and also
the oldest musical instrument. A Huynh has created many different sets of stone
musical instruments. His stone musical instruments not only participate in
competitions and performances nationwide but also attract the attention of
music experts from the Vietnamese Institute for Musicology and the Vietnam
Institute of Culture and Arts Studies. VNA Photo: Khoa Chương
