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In Hue, the traditional Lunar New Year “Tet” does not arrive with fanfare. It begins quietly in the kitchen, from a pot of banh tet (a cylindrical sticky rice cake with mung beans and pork) glowing over the fire, from the warm scent of ginger, from a jar of mixed pickled vegetables. Just by looking at these dishes, people in Hue know that Tet is very near.
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On the morning of January 4, at Ngu Ha Vien, the project “Reviving Chuon village traditional scroll (lien) making craft” was officially launched to the public, marking an emotional milestone in the journey to rediscover and restore a part of cultural memory that was once on the brink of extinction.
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After a vibrant year featuring a wide array of large-scale, culturally rich programs and activities, the National Tourism Year – Hue 2025 officially came to a close with a closing ceremony combined with a special art performance on the evening of December 20, leaving lasting impressions on local residents and visitors alike.
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On the morning of December 23, the exhibition “OMOCHA: The World of Modern Japanese Toys” was introduced to the public at AEON Mall Hue, offering visitors an opportunity to explore the evolution of Japanese toys from tradition to modernity through the lens of culture and creativity.
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Vietnam National Software and IT Services Association (VINASA) honored and awarded the Vietnam’s Smart City Award 2025. This yearly event aims to honor and recognize localities, organizations and businesses pioneering smart city development, digital government and digital economy in Vietnam.
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On the evening of December 18, 2025, Thuong Bac Park in Hue City buzzed with excitement as the Hue International Food Festival 2025 officially opened under the theme “Hue – Culinary Capital”. Organized under the direction of the Hue City People's Committee and coordinated by the Hue Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Tourism Development Support Fund (Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism), this event marks a vibrant highlight in the closing activities of the National Tourism Year – Hue 2025.
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Beyond highlighting the role and core values of the family, the annual German film festival KinoFest 2025 conveys a message about the meaning of family: not as a fixed ideal, but as a space of complexity, contradiction, care, and change.
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Held for the first time in Hue City, the International Tea Festival - Hue 2025 (taking place from December 10th to 12th) not only contributes to honoring Vietnamese tea culture but also is expected to serve as an important starting point, laying the foundation for the formation of a profound cultural, artistic, and tourism-oriented annual event, helping enrich Hue’s identity and enhance its attractiveness.
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On the afternoon of December 10, Hue City Fine Arts Association, in collaboration with the University of Arts, Hue University, organized the opening ceremony of the Fine Arts Exhibition celebrating the 74th anniversary of Vietnam Fine Arts Traditional Day (December 10, 1951 - December 10, 2025). The event attracted the participation of many artists and students.
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Not only serving as a “red address” for patriotic education, the system of heritage sites related to President Ho Chi Minh in Hue is also an attractive cultural and historical tourism destination that draws visitors.
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From familiar cover versions to the aspiration of writing their own songs, young artists in Hue are gradually making their mark with music that carries a modern vibe while preserving their distinctive style.
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To celebrate Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23), the Hue Monuments Conservation Centre (HMCC) is organizing a series of educational programs and special exhibitions aimed at introducing and promoting the unique values of Hue's heritage to the public. These events offer a rare opportunity for visitors to deeply explore the history and culture of the former imperial capital.