Village Life

28/08/2025

Vinh Long’s OCOP products turn local specialties into “homeland ambassadors”

(VOVWORLD) - The national “One Commune, One Product” (OCOP) program in Vinh Long has powerfully driven rural economic growth. More than 1,000 local farm products now meet OCOP standards, boasting high quality and attractive designs. These goods have boosted farmers’ incomes while serving as “homeland ambassadors,” showcasing the unique character of the Mekong Delta.

Vinh Long’s OCOP products turn local specialties into “homeland ambassadors”
21/08/2025

An incense making village in the heart of Hue

(VOVWORLD) -Thuy Xuan incense village on Huyen Tran Cong Chua street 7 kilometers from downtown Hue, enchants visitors with dazzling displays of incense sticks and colorful village scenery. Nestled between Vong Canh hill and the tomb of King Tu Duc, Thuy Xuan has become a prime stop for travelers to the ancient capital.

An incense making village in the heart of Hue
07/08/2025

Mong ethnic hamlet turns wild apple tree into a tourism treasure

(VOVWORLD) - The Son Tra tree—a native tree also known as wild apple, hawthorn, or by its scientific name docynia indica—is part of the daily life of the Mong ethnic people in Nam Nghiep hamlet, Ngoc Chien commune, Son La province. Nam Nghiep is home to the largest Son Tra forest in Vietnam. The local administration and people are working together to turn the tree into a special tourism product.

Mong ethnic hamlet turns wild apple tree into a tourism treasure
24/07/2025

Traditional bronze casting village revived in technology age

(VOVWORLD) - 300 years ago, Vietnamese settlers moving southward stopped in Long Dien (then part of Ba Ria-Vung Tau, now in Ho Chi Minh city) to establish homes and livelihoods. As the population grew, so did agricultural and handicraft trades—including bronze casting. Through centuries of evolution, locals have kept their traditional craft alive, ensuring that the Long Dien bronze brand remains a proud name even in today’s modern technological era.

Traditional bronze casting village revived in technology age
24/07/2025

Rach village breathes new life into its water puppetry

(VOVWORLD) - Rach village in Hong Quang ward, Ninh Binh province (formerly part of Nam Truc district, Nam Dinh province) is celebrated as one of the cradles of northern Vietnam’s historic water puppetry. Centuries later, the village is breathing new life into the folk art.

Rach village breathes new life into its water puppetry
10/07/2025

Do paper craft revived in Hanoi’s West Lake area

(VOVWORLD) - Yen Thai, formerly called Buoi village, in Tay Ho ward, was once famous throughout the ancient capital of Thang Long (now called Hanoi) for its traditional do paper making craft. After decades of decline and near extinction amid rapid modernization and the digital age, this centuries-old craft is now experiencing a revival.

Do paper craft revived in Hanoi’s West Lake area
03/07/2025

Thai Yen village preserves, develops its woodcraft

(VOVWORLD) -Thai Yen village in Thanh Binh Thinh commune, Ha Tinh province, is renowned for its fine wood products. One of the oldest carpentry villages in central Vietnam, it has carefully preserved its traditional cultural values and artisanal spirit passed down through generations.

Thai Yen village preserves, develops its woodcraft
26/06/2025

A role model village for rural development in Gia Lai’s ethnic minority areas

(VOVWORLD) -O Ngol village in Chu Prong district, Gia Lai province, has emerged as a role model for new-style rural development in Vietnam’s ethnic minority areas. The village successfully combines socio-economic development with improving people’s livelihood and, preserving its rich Jarai cultural heritage, creating a community that’s prosperous, civilized, and deeply rooted in tradition.

A role model village for rural development in Gia Lai’s ethnic minority areas