Vietnam’s water puppetry opens a window into local culture, and is a fully realised art form enjoyed by young and old. Watch scenes of village life on an ever-changing stage, learn about festivals and traditions, and get to know quirky characters inspired by Vietnamese personalities. Here’s a brief introduction to Vietnam’s wonderful water puppets.A short historyEvery […]
Category Archives: Culture & Tradition
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May
May
Vietnam’s national dress, the áo dài is one of the country’s most striking symbols of beauty. Over hundreds of years, the áo dài has evolved alongside Vietnam, going from regal to practical, humble to high fashion, and back again. The Vietnamese áo dài is appreciated by the young and old alike, and its elegant lines flatter […]
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Apr
Apr
Naming Conventions Vietnamese names are generally arranged as follows: [FAMILY NAME] [middle name] [given name]. For example, NGUYEN Van Nam (male) or LE Thi Lam (female). The ‘family name’ (or ‘surname’) is inherited from one’s parents and shared with other members of the individual’s immediate family. Vietnamese names are traditionally patrilineal, whereby children inherit their father’s family name at birth. […]
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