The event, organised by the Vietnamese Culture and Arts Association in the Czech Republic under the patronage of the Vietnamese Embassy, the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe, and the Union of Vietnamese Women’s Associations.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, President of the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe Hoang Dinh Thang said the festival aimed to bring Viet Nam’s cultural values closer to Czech people and international friends, while strengthening mutual understanding between nations.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the Czech Republic Duong Hoai Nam highlighted the role of culture and cuisine in promoting Viet Nam’s image abroad, while Karlovy Vary Governor Petr Kubis described the event as an opportunity for local residents to explore Vietnamese culture.
The festival featured more than 20 booths offering traditional Vietnamese dishes, including “pho” and spring rolls, alongside activities promoting Ao Dai (Vietnamese traditonal long dress). One of the highlights was the presentation of complimentary Ao Dai to Czech residents and international visitors.
