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| Reflecting on the first Vietnamese Cultural Festival in the heart of Russia. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
Themed “Vietnam - Colours from the Tropics”, the festival took place in Red Square, the symbolic heart of Russia, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Russia.
On 25 July, the opening ceremony was attended by Madame Ngo Phuong Ly, Spouse of General Secretary To Lam, First Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council Mr Andrey Yatskin and Deputy Mayor of Moscow Ms Natalia Sergunina.
Throughout the festival, visitors had the opportunity to experience the richness of Vietnamese culture, ranging from traditional performing arts such as water puppetry, shadow puppetry, and folk music, to displays of Vietnamese silk, traditional ao dai, cuisine and lacquer jewellery.
Each performance, each pavilion and each cultural item was not only an expression of artistic value but also a reflection of the historical depth and the soul of the Vietnamese people who cherish peace, value affection, and uphold compassion.
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| Madame Ngo Phuong Ly, Spouse of General Secretary To Lam, together with First Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council of Russia Andrey Yatskin, Deputy Mayor of Moscow Ms Natalia Sergunina. and Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi, cut the ribbon to inaugurate the Vietnam Cultural Festival on 25 July. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| Right on its first day, the Vietnam Cultural Festival attracted hundreds of visitors to explore and experience the event. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| The festival is expected to help boost tourism between Russia and Vietnam. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| Many performances by Vietnamese artists attracted large audiences of Russian spectators. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| International guests joined the festival and had an exchange with Madame Ngo Phuong Ly on the afternoon of July 31. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| Com (young rice) - a symbol of the purity and delicacy of nature - was showcased at the Festival as a dish rich in cultural and spiritual significance for the Vietnamese people. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| Russian visitors were delighted to experience and take photos with the Vietnamese cyclo at the Festival.(Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| The distinctive features of Vietnamese culture showcased at the Festival were warmly received by Russian and international friends. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| Visitors enjoyed trying out traditional Vietnamese musical instruments with great enthusiasm. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| Visitors not only explored the exhibition but also spent time shopping for Vietnamese handicraft products. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| And they did not forget to check in wearing the traditional ao dai, capturing souvenir photos amidst the distinctly Vietnamese cultural setting. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| Russian models gracefully showcased the Ao Dai collection themed “Twelve Flower Seasons” at the Festival. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
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| Visitors enjoy a relaxing moment with Vietnamese lotus flowers at the event. (Photo: Hoang Hong) |
With the warm reception and interest from Russian and international friends, the Vietnamese Cultural Festival has truly become a celebration of Vietnam’s culture, arts and traditions, offering Moscow residents and visitors an opportunity to gain deeper insights into the richness and uniqueness of Vietnamese heritage.
