'Vietnamese Cultural Heritage - Preservation and Development': Vietnamese Breath in the Heart of Europe

On October 29, in the golden autumn of Prague, the city known as the “pearl of Europe”, the exhibition “Vietnamese Cultural Heritage - Preservation and Development” officially opened, opening a journey to connect Vietnamese souls with international friends through the immortal language of culture.

Delegates cut the ribbon to open the exhibition “Vietnam’s Cultural Heritage - Preservation and Development”. Photo: Viet Thang/VNA reporter in the Czech Republic

According to a VNA reporter in Prague, located in the ancient Kaiserštejnský Palace in the heart of the capital, the exhibition space seems to be wearing a new coat of brilliant oriental colors. This is the first time Vietnam has brought the breath of its heritage to the heart of Europe, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam-Czech diplomatic relations (1950-2025) and in response to Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23).

The event was organized by the Embassy of Vietnam in the Czech Republic, the Union of Vietnamese Associations in the Czech Republic in coordination with the Department of Cultural Heritage - Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vietnam, as a bridge connecting the past and present, bringing the story of Vietnamese culture closer to the heart of Europe.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vietnam Hoang Dao Cuong affirmed: “The exhibition is not only an opportunity to introduce the rich and diverse beauty of Vietnam's cultural heritage, but also a bridge for the overseas Vietnamese community to find their roots; for international friends to better understand and love Vietnam - where tradition and modernity blend in every breath”.

Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Dao Cuong (left) presents Dong Ho paintings to Czech Deputy Minister of Defense Daniel Blazkovec at the event. Photo: Viet Thang/VNA correspondent in the Czech Republic

The Deputy Minister said the purpose of organizing this exhibition in the Czech Republic is to vividly and visually introduce the values ​​of Vietnamese cultural heritage to the overseas Vietnamese community and international friends. Through exhibitions, performances, and interactions, the event creates opportunities for generations of Vietnamese people far from the homeland to understand and be more proud of the historical and cultural traditions of the nation.

The exhibition and introduction of unique values ​​of Vietnamese cultural heritage in the Czech Republic is also an opportunity to enhance cultural exchange and international cooperation, to promote understanding, respect and further connection between the Vietnamese people and the Czech Republic; continue to consolidate and promote the friendly and cooperative relations between the two countries on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the Czech Republic.

In a solemn atmosphere, Vietnamese Ambassador to the Czech Republic Duong Hoai Nam emphasized: “Today, we come here not only to admire the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam, but also to share those values ​​with friends and partners in the Czech Republic - a country with a deep, traditional friendship based on respect, cooperation and mutual understanding”.

Vietnamese Ambassador to the Czech Republic Duong Hoai Nam (center) and Czech Deputy Minister of Defense Daniel Blazkovec and representatives of embassies listen to a presentation about the exhibition. Photo: Viet Thang/VNA reporter at

The Ambassador shared: “Vietnam is a land with a long, diverse and rich cultural tradition. From ancient pagodas, folk music, to exquisite cuisine and unique handicrafts - each heritage is a thread connecting the past with the present, guiding us to the future. We are proud that many heritages such as Ao Dai, water puppetry or folk songs have been recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. But more than that, these values ​​always live in the hearts of every Vietnamese person, whether at home or abroad.”

The exhibition space is delicately arranged, displaying nearly 200 images, artifacts and precious documents, recreating the journey of preserving and promoting Vietnam's cultural heritage over the centuries.

Four major themes - heritage conservation policy, traditional festivals, handicraft villages and the colorful picture of 54 ethnic groups - blend together like a brilliant symphony, immersing viewers in the depth of history and national identity.

Each corner of the exhibition is a small story: the red and yellow colors of the village festival, the echoes of the gongs of the great forest, the sound of the loom in the hands of the craftsmen... All blend together to form an epic poem about the Vietnamese spirit and soul.

Guests visiting the exhibition. Photo: Viet Thang/VNA reporter in the Czech Republic

The exhibition is not only for those who love culture, but also a warm invitation to the Vietnamese community living abroad - so that in the heart of Prague, they can still recognize the flavor of their homeland in every color and every brocade.

In particular, the event is also an opportunity for the young generation of Vietnamese born in the Czech Republic to touch their roots, nurture pride and awareness of preserving Vietnamese identity in Europe.

The exhibition is open to the public at Kaiserštejnský Palace, from October 29 to November 2, 2025, from 10:00 to 18:00 every day, welcoming every heart that wants to touch the beauty of Vietnam - a country of memories, aspirations and eternal values ​​shining through the flow of time.

According to VNA

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