Ao Dai Vietnam: History, Meaning & Where to Wear One

Ao Dai Vietnam is the flowing silk tunic that turns any street in Hanoi into [...]

Vietnam’s Bronze Drum: Ancient Voice of Dong Son

The deep, resonant boom of Vietnam’s bronze drum, known locally as the Trong Dong, once [...]

Cultural Symbols of Vietnam: A Local’s Complete Guide

Cultural Symbols of Vietnam surround you the moment you step onto a Hanoi street, long [...]

Lotus Flower in Vietnamese culture: Meaning & Symbolism

The lotus flower in Vietnamese culture is the single image most people associate with Vietnam, [...]

The Vietnamese Conical Hat : History, Types, and Where to Buy One in Hanoi

The Vietnamese Conical Hat, or nón lá, is the palm-leaf hat you’ll spot within an [...]