A ceremony was held in the Vu Thu district of Thai Binh province on October 5 to announce the Prime Minister’s decision to recognise the altar in Keo Pagoda as a national treasure.
The pedestrian area around Hoan Kiem Lake came alive with cultural exchanges as thousands of artists, artisans and residents took part in the “Colours of Five Continents” street festival on the afternoon of October 3. Traditional costumes, artistic performances and vibrant dances from countries around the world created a diverse cultural tapestry in the heart of the capital.