Cultural tourism in Vietnam [All in this article]

Hanoi capital

You can walk to explore every interesting corner of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, especially walking around Dong Xuan night market every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from 7:00 p.m., visiting the Temple of Literature. Tu Giam is the first university in Vietnam to admire the wonderful architecture of the Opera House.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum – One Pillar Pagoda, Citadel of Thang Long – Ho Chi Minh Museum – Hoa Lo Prison, Vietnamese Women’s Museum – Ethnology Museum – Vietnam Military History Museum – Thang Long Puppet Theater – West Lake. Above are some suggestions for famous cultural tourist destinations in Hanoi.

Hoi An city

Hoi An Ancient Town: Wander through narrow streets lined with colorful shophouses, savor a delectable Cao Lau noodle dish, and admire the Japanese Covered Bridge.

Hoi An ancient town only has an area of about 2km2 but this is a destination chosen by many domestic and foreign tourists. The most impressive point of Hoi An is the stone-tiled houses and ancient golden walls, creating a feeling of nostalgia and peace.

Quang Nam province

My Son Sanctuary: Explore the fascinating ruins of the Cham civilization’s Hindu temples, dating back to the 4th century. My Son Sanctuary is one of the World Cultural Heritages and the pride of the people of Quang. Here, there are still 32 ancient temples and towers built according to Cham architecture from the 4th century. Coming to My Son sanctuary, you will have more knowledge about unique works such as: Bang An tower, Bang An tower. My Son, Khuong My tower… This is also one of the unique check-in points in Quang Nam.

Hue city – cultural tourism in Vietnam

Tuong art developed early in the 17th century under Lord Nguyen. During the Nguyen Dynasty, Tuong became a national play and was highly respected. The Nguyen court issued many policies to create favorable conditions for the development of Tuong art.

Hue royal court music is the term used to refer to the official music used in the ancient feudal royal court during ceremonies and festivals, a product combining ceremony and music. Royal court music originated in the Le Dynasty, but it was not until the Nguyen Dynasty that court music developed systematically and methodically. Hue royal court music was recognized by Unesco as an intangible cultural heritage in 2003.

Sapa province

SaPa is a small town in SaPa district, Lao Cai province. This place is blessed by mother nature with many beautiful landscapes. Not only that, SaPa is also a place of meeting and interference between earth and sky. At the same time, it is a gathering place for many unique and new cultures imbued with national identity.

Located at an altitude of 1600m above sea level, SaPa is hidden in the mist with majestic mountains. This is the main living area of ethnic minorities. Among them, the Mong, Dao, Tay, Giay, Xa Pho, Kinh, and Hoa ethnic groups have a large number of residents.

Each ethnic group brings to SaPa a unique culture imbued with their national identity. Over many years of history, traditional practices have been preserved and promoted by people.

Central Highlands

Buon Ma Thuot Coffee Museum is located on Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street, Tan Loi Ward, Buon Ma Thuot City. Buon Ma Thuot Coffee Museum, also known as Buon Ma Thuot World Coffee Museum, is located in the coffee city project with a total area of up to 45 hectares, a complex including a coffee enjoyment space, an exhibition area Exhibition, display area, conference space, light library area…

Sac Tu Khai Doan Pagoda – Dak Lak

The architecture of Sac Tu Khai Doan Pagoda, Dak Lak, is designed according to the Hue communal house architecture, harmoniously combined with the Central Highlands stilt house style, mixed with a bit of modern architecture. The pagoda has a main yellow-brown color tone, creating an ancient, elegant and extremely impressive look.

Ninh Bình province

King Dinh Temple and King Le Temple
King Dinh Tien Hoang Temple is an important relic in the special protection zone of the Hoa Lu ancient capital heritage complex. The temple is located in Truong Yen commune, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh.

King Dinh Temple along with King Le Temple are ranked “Top 100 famous 100-year-old works in Vietnam”. Like other relics in the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, King Dinh Temple is located in the Trang An world heritage complex that was recognized by UNESCO in 2014.

Ninh Binh Museum
Ninh Binh Museum is located south of Thuy Son Cultural Park at 25 Le Dai Hanh, Van Gia, Ninh Binh. The museum is designed with 3 floors like a lotus flower emerging in the middle of green mountains and blue water, all four sides are decorated with bronze drums – symbols of ancient Vietnamese civilization.

Responsible Cultural Tourism:

Be respectful of local customs and traditions, particularly at religious sites.
Dress modestly when visiting temples and pagodas.
Support local businesses and handicrafts.
Learn a few basic Vietnamese phrases to enhance your interactions with locals.
Cultural tourism in Vietnam is a rewarding experience. It’s a chance to connect with the country’s rich heritage, traditions, and warm hospitality. So, pack your bags, embrace the adventure, and discover the magic of Vietnamese culture!

Vietnamese cultural tourism drinks.

Balala bamboo leaf water – Flavor of Vietnamese culture!