Culinary Art of Ancient Hue Court

When speaking about the cuisine in Hue, people usually mention both the traditional and court culinary art.

The feast of ancient Hue court is divided into different categories, such as the worshipping feast for great ceremonies, the feast for mandarins or envoys and the feast for new doctoral laureates. The number of dishes in each type of feast is also different. For instance, a great feast includes about 161 dishes while a precious feast has 50 dishes, a hefty breakfast feast with 12 dishes and a vegetarian feast for worshipping at the pagoda with 25 dishes.

Spring rolls are decorated with roses made of tomatoes.

The ingredients for making court dishes are the same as that for making daily dishes. However, the technique of cooking as well as the artistic dish arrangements are very selective and require the cook’s creativeness. All the dishes are refined to offer the bestingredients for good health and always reach the pinnacle in fragrance and taste, not to mention the meticulous presentation.

Visiting Hue today, tourists can enjoy various dishes of the Hue royal style in hotels or restaurants, such as Tinh Gia Vien Restaurant owned by artisan Ton Nu Thi Ha, a descendant of the Nguyen Dynasty. Here, night parties of the ancient court are reproduced, leaving a long-lasting impression on tourists.

Water-melons are carved into flowers and served as deserts at royal banquets.	The dragon-shaped salad is made from fruits, shrimp, meat and other ingredients.
The peacock-shaped dish is made from bulbs, fruits, eggs and meat.	The dish of chopped meat rolled with Lot leave is arranged into a peacock

Dalat flower festival

Dalat flower festival is the biggest flower festival in Vietnam; it has attracted thousands of visitors at home and abroad. This festival is usually held on the end of December every year.

Dalat is the poetic city with flower ways, flower walls, or even flower vehicles especially the atmosphere of all Dalat city become more colorful and luxurious when each festival is coming. Visiting Dalat, you not only see many kinds of beautiful flowers but also experience with the weather of four seasons in a day and this weather makes flowers rise to blossom to beautify roads, streets of Dalat city so if any one have chance to go to Dalat, it makes sure that travelers can not avoid surprising feelings and have deep impressions with the beauty of Dalat. Now, Dalat is chosen as a wonderful place for tourists who are Vietnamese or foreigners.

On festival days, flowers originating from different localities in country as well as foreign countries gather here to display together such as Dutch tulips, Bulgarian roses, Thailand and Chinese orchids, etc.  At this time, flower covers all streets of the Dalat from small street corners to big main roads or even houses and pavements in Dalat especially the temperature of 14 degree to 20 degree  is very ideal and attractive for visitors.

Each year passes, the flower festival becomes more interesting with more new topics and programs so each festival has own typical features. From that, visitors who enjoy the Dalat flower festival will always discover new things after attending this festival every year. At present, Dalat has nice flower gardens locating in all famous traveling destinations such as Minh Tam flower garden, love valley, Dormain de Maria church, yellow valley, etc.

Dalat flower festival- the festival with national and international stature is the most famous flower of Dalat (Lam Dong) in particular and of Vietnam in general. People visiting Dalat have chance not only see the colorful picture of different flowers from many regions over the world but also enjoy musical programs, trade, tourism  fair, exhibition and fashion shows. Therefore, the Dalat flower festival as a good opportunity not only for people who love flower but also flower traders, farmers, botanists to come together and share knowledge and experience together. This festival also creates the combination of tourism, cultural and social events to introduce the beauty spots of city to visitors at home and abroad. Coming to Dalat, there are many things for you to enjoy!

   

Beutiful of Hue- Hoi An

Ao dai Viet Nam

One pillar pagoda- the symbol of Hanoi city

Visiting Hanoi, you can see many famous beauty spots and one of famous destinations you should not miss is one pillar pagoda where  not only attracts visitors with art of architecture but also keep historical values of Vietnamese nation.

One pillar pagoda is located in Badinh district, Hanoi, the right of Ho Chi Minh museum. According to historical records, one pillar pagoda keeps a mysterious story that in October of winter of Dai Bao year (1049), Dien Huu pagoda (one pillar pagoda nowadays) is built. It is said that in one night, the king dreamt of bodhisattva who was sitting on a lotus statue and the bodhisattva took the King to go there. When the king woke up, he told it again to his countesses and some people think that it was good information especially Thien Tue monk advised the king to build a pagoda and then the king decided to build a pagoda following his dream, the pagoda is built specially with a stone column at the middle of lake and a lotus statue on the stone column for bodhisattva. When the pagoda was finished, monks were invited to go around it and chanted for the king. The king hopes that this can help him live longer and it is also the reason pagoda has the name” Dien Huu”. One pillar pagoda is the combination of the romantic imagination of lotus statue and perfect methods of building. We know that it is difficult to build a nice pagoda especially it brings many cultural meanings. Thus, one pillar pagoda seems to be the masterpiece.   

One pillar pagoda has the unique architecture. It is square with 3m length as well as width, blender roof which is put on lotus statue. The pond under pagoda is square with meaning of the earth’ surface and the pagoda with blender roof rises on the water surface witVisiting Hanoi, you can see many famous beauty spots and one of famous destinations you should not miss is one pillar pagoda where  not only attracts visitors with art of architecture but also keep historical values of Vietnamese nation.

One pillar pagoda is located in Badinh district, Hanoi, the right of Ho Chi Minh museum. According to historical records, one pillar pagoda keeps a mysterious story that in October of winter of Dai Bao year (1049), Dien Huu pagoda (one pillar pagoda nowadays) is built. It is said that in one night, the king dreamt of bodhisattva who was sitting on a lotus statue and the bodhisattva took the King to go there. When the king woke up, he told it again to his countesses and some people think that it was good information especially Thien Tue monk advised the king to build a pagoda and then the king decided to build a pagoda following his dream, the pagoda is built specially with a stone column at the middle of lake and a lotus statue on the stone column for bodhisattva. When the pagoda was finished, monks were invited to go around it and chanted for the king. The king hopes that this can help him live longer and it is also the reason pagoda has the name” Dien Huu”. One pillar pagoda is the combination of the romantic imagination of lotus statue and perfect methods of building. We know that it is difficult to build a nice pagoda especially it brings many cultural meanings. Thus, one pillar pagoda seems to be the masterpiece.   

One pillar pagoda has the unique architecture. It is square with 3m length as well as width, blender roof which is put on lotus statue. The pond under pagoda is square with meaning of the earth’ surface and the pagoda with blender roof rises on the water surface with the meaning of sky. Moreover, the pagoda keeps a special meaning that humane heart will consider real life. Around the pagoda, there are many trees which create the relation with nature and people. It is also a place for people see their spirit; they can feel comfortable, peaceful and safe. Besides, people can go here to pray luckiness for their family as well as relatives.

Therefore, if you have chance go to Vietnam, it is pity that you miss one pillar pagoda. One pillar pagoda is regarded as the symbol of Hanoi city while Hanoi is evaluated as the heart of Vietnam. From old days to now, pagoda always expresses formal meanings so many old people usually go to pagodas nearly their houses in order to share their hopes and pray for luckiness. Because of the solemn of pagoda, when you come to pagodas you should dress tidy and clean. If you are foreigners or oversea Vietnamese, preparing procedure is very important and one of them is visa. You should notice this, you will have the most perfect and funny trip.   h the meaning of sky. Moreover, the pagoda keeps a special meaning that humane heart will consider real life. Around the pagoda, there are many trees which create the relation with nature and people. It is also a place for people see their spirit; they can feel comfortable, peaceful and safe. Besides, people can go here to pray luckiness for their family as well as relatives.

Therefore, if you have chance go to Vietnam, it is pity that you miss one pillar pagoda. One pillar pagoda is regarded as the symbol of Hanoi city while Hanoi is evaluated as the heart of Vietnam. From old days to now, pagoda always expresses formal meanings so many old people usually go to pagodas nearly their houses in order to share their hopes and pray for luckiness. Because of the solemn of pagoda, when you come to pagodas you should dress tidy and clean. If you are foreigners or oversea Vietnamese, preparing procedure is very important and one of them is vietnam visa. You should notice this, you will have the most perfect and funny trip.   

Hanoi tourism- 5 Must places you should visit

Nowadays, traveling get more and more attention because it is one of useful ways which help people relax and have unforgettable moments with friends as well as your family. To have the most perfect trip, choosing a place for your trip is extremely important. If you have chance to Vietnam, Hanoi is one of the wonderful selections you should discover.

Hanoi is famous with a long historical process, many cultural architecture buildings, and many historical monuments. Now, Hanoi is attracting many foreigners because this place keeps the old beauty of Vietnamese but formal, luxurious. In addition, the air in Hanoi is very special, it is tropical climate. It is hot in summer and cold in winter. Therefore, autumn (September – November) seems to be the best time you should go to Hanoi. And then, I will give you some information about five must place you should visit when going to Hanoi.

Hanoi is impressive with many beauty spots. Specifically, when I go far away from Hanoi, I really remember Hanoi especially five traveling places such as Hanoi temple of literature, one pillar pagoda, Hoankiem Lake, museum of Hochiminh, big theatre. I have had a chance to go to there, each place has own features.

About Hanoi temple of literature, it is the first university of Vietnam to worship Khong Tu, and put stele of doctor. Visitors come here; they not only widen your knowledge about traditional history but also know about talented people in Vietnam. Hanoi temple of literature is divided into five regions and each region keeps own cultural value. Especially, in each university’ exam, Hanoi temple of literature is very more crowded with students because there is concept that when you go to here and touch the head of turtles, you can get luckiness in your entrance exam. From that we can recognize that the hallowed level is very high and it is accept by many people.  

About one pillar pagoda, it is the centre of Buddhism and Taoism through many centuries. Hanoi has many accent temples as well as pagodas at the age of hundred years such as Tran Quoc pagoda, Ngoc son pagoda, etc but one pillar pagoda has its unique features. One pillar pagoda has the shape of lotus blossom which is regarded as the most attractive architecture in Vietnam. Moreover, it is regard as a symbol of Vietnamese. Therefore, if you have chance to Hanoi, you do not miss one pillar pagoda.

About Hochiminh museum, it is sure that people over the world know uncle Ho – the great president of Vietnamese nation. He has contributed all his life for the independence of Vietnamese. He has spent all his life on fighting to get his dream which is to bring independence for Vietnamese nation. Thus, Hochiminh museum is place where Vietnamese has built to remember his merits. At present, it is located in Ba Dinh square; it is protected strictly. Thus, if you want to come here, you must go in mornings of Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday every week. However, you should remember that you should keep quiet and wear clothes tidily when you visit here. It is also the way you respect everyone and follow the regulations of Hochiminh museum in particular and Vietnam state in general.

About Hoan Kiem Lake, this place is always crowded and noisy. Not only Vietnamese but also foreigners like to come here. Hoan Kiem Lake is considered as the pearl of Hanoi. It is a colorful and poetic picture. Violet lagerstroemia and red flamboyant around the lake are combined with willow trees so it makes the beauty of the lake become more attractive and luxurious especially in autumn. Besides, there are many activities happening here, you come in the morning; the picture of people doing exercise is very common, the air become noisier. In general, Hoan Kiem Lake is a wonderful place to visit. In addition, it is a place where many big events are organized.

About Hanoi opera house, it is located in No.1 of Trang Tien street. Here is the cultural centre of Vietnam. It is suitable place to organize many big events about culture as well as art. Therefore, you come here you can enjoy many activities of entertainment. Furthermore, it is built by French so it brings architect of French. Now, if you are planning to go to Hanoi or have opportunities to go here, Hanoi opera house is a smart choice. You not only discover about architectural art but also enjoy cultural activities. 

In summary, if you have time to visit Hanoi, the above five places are famous places in Hanoi. It will be pity when you miss one of them. In addition, traveling service is better day by day so you can feel secure and comfortable when choosing Vietnam as a traveling place. Noticeably, you are foreigner; visa is one of important papers in your trip and now you can get visa faster and more convenient through service of vietnam visa online.   

“Cai luong” – a precious form of art in Vietnam

Talking about traditional forms of art in Vietnam, we must mention to cai luong which means reformation in English. It is not easy to give enough information to help you understand all aspects of cai luong but I hope that you will receive much useful information through this article.

According to some reliable materials, cai luong following the literal sense is “reformed drama” has been appeared at the beginning of 80s of last century. “Cai luong” comes from the South of Vietnam and it is to take shape on the basis of fork of Mekong delta and sacrifice music. In other words, cai luong begins from traditional fork songs, music of comedy and dance which express characters of southern people deeply especially in Mekong delta. In addition, it is the result of the influence of western opera, classical drama, and space of stage. 

About the nature, cai luong is the wonderful combination of eastern opera and western opera or theatre and classical drama. It is very melodious by the way of interrupting voice and the solo performance following the cappella style (singing without using accompanied music). The most attractive feature of cai luong is long conversations with long heart-rending melodies which are nearly the same as drama music consisting of many periods, especially music of cai luong seems to be born to express Vietnamese’ heart. Vietnamese work hard and suffer from many difficulties so music of cai luong have to emphasis on emotion, status of characters through words in the song you are performing.  It is noticeable that cai luong in each region of Vietnam is different together so cai luong in the north is different from the south and central. Cai luong of regions in the south usually more velvety and melodious than other regions.

Cai luong is divided into different kinds of breaths such as the southern breath, the northern breath, and the “oan” breath (complaining breath). The tone of the southern breath is solemn, the tone of the northern breath is strong, happy, and pure and the tone of complaining breath is created nearly to sing about real life. This distinction helps us arrange cai luong according to a particular motif. From that we can recognize each kind of cai luong and when anyone talks about it you can imagine and know about what they want to say about.

Nowadays, cai luong is a favorite form or art and get more attention. It is performed in many places especially it is attracting both Vietnamese and foreigners. Day by day, the number of people singing and listening cai luong is increasing very fast. Even many foreigners has learned to sing cai luong and what a wonderful result! Some foreigners can sing cai luong like southern people. Therefore, we can recognize that cai luong is a precious form of art in Vietnam and we need to maintain and develop cai luong more beautiful.

Cai luong in Vietnam is special and typical, it attracts people not only by its beautiful words but also smooth voice. Therefore, if you want to listen to cai luong of native Vietnamese, welcome you go to Vietnam. Besides, if you are foreigners or oversea Vietnamese planning Vietnam, you need to prepare a visa which is very important for your trip. I can help you through the following address vietnam visa or hotline at the bottom of the site, it is sure that we will help you anything we can.

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Halong Bay – colorful picture of islands

Ha Long bay has evaluated as a natural wonder standing between at the high sky. Talk about Halong, we must recognized that Halong Bay has owned the immortal beauty of homeland and sky especially Halong has been recognized as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO.

If you have chance to go to Halong Bay, you will be enjoyed the beauty spots as a live and huge water- color painting with thousands of island here. Some islands gather nearly together and some islands stand separately together so Halong Bay always has the special and hidden beauty.  

In the early morning, scenes in Halong seem to become quite, everything is very mild and smooth. In this time, islands look like lifeless stones so the picture of life become peaceful with the fresh air. Islands turn round together in the surface of water as a pair of chicken (Trong Mai island), some islands are the same as big turtles sleeping (Rua island), some islands look like a bonze Dom seeing out the beach (Ong Su island), some islands are as same as huge censers standing between the beach to worship sky and land (Dinh Huong island) and many other interesting things which visitors should come to discover and see directly. 

Beaches in Halong Bay are very nice with green water during year. In spring, the waves cover with white fogs so islands become flexible and bobbing on the surface of beach. In summer, islands rise from enormous water. The entire Bay is bold red and then it will change turquoise. The wave is flapping slightly on the beach, flowers is blooming. What a wonderful picture of Halong Bay!

When you put your foot on Halong, it is extremely interesting for you to sit on a sail boat and then go to islands in Halong Bay. Surely, you are surprised because each way you pass is different together. When a scene closes, a new scene will open. Therefore, if you have much time, it is a good chance for you discover thousands of beautiful scenes in Halong Bay. The beauty of Halong Bay is not only in shape of mountain but also hidden in the system of islands which such as luxious Thien Cung cavern, strong Dau Go cave, secret Sung Sot cave, Trinh Nu cave, Dong Tien lake, etc. In general, each cave owns mysterious and attractive beauty of the creator. Moreover, each cave is attached with a poem, love story or traditional history so visitors coming here are living in legend.

In late afternoon or in sunset, the entire Halong Bay is red of final sun shines and scenes around Bay seem to combine together to weave a colorful picture. In night especially nights having mooned, the surface of Halong Bay is silver inlaid so the picture of Halong Bay becomes fanciful scenery as living in a dream.

From all above information, it makes sure that Halong Bay will make visitors satisfactory. In addition, people are very friendly and services in Halong Bay are very convenient and suitable. Thus, you should plan a trip to Halong Bay to natural scenes of the creator. Please do not worry if you have any question especially thing relating to travel for foreigners and oversea Vietnamese, contact to me or the following address vietnam visa to get the most useful help.

 

Green sticky rice of Vong village

When you put your foot in Hanoi where is like the heart of Vietnam, you can enjoy many special foods of this region. However, almost visitors are unforgettable about a dish which is a delicious and famous product from young rice. It is green sticky rice of Vong village which is as a refined gift of Vong village in particular and of Hanoi in general.

Vong village is about 5 kilometers far away from centre of Hanoi. It consists of four hamlets such as Vong Tien, Vong Hau, Vong So, and Vong Trung and the green sticky rice of Vong village is the most famous in Vong Hau and Vong So. Nowadays, it is Dich Vong ward, Cau Giay district. Although the name of the street is changed but the name “com lang vong” in Vietnamese is still kept in mind of almost people.

The green sticky rice of Vong village has appeared for a long time and its fame is known from generation to generation. This specialty is made from young rice; one year only has two crops as fifth-month crop and autumn crop. It is said that the green sticky rice is the best in autumn crop from July to October. Autumn in Hanoi is very wonderful and special and may be this makes the taste of green sticky rice become more impressive and fascinating in autumn.

Especially, this simple and pure dish and autumn has gone into many poems naturally and honeyed.  It is the same as a wonderful present which symbolizes resourceful, hardworking and creative farmers especially people in Vong village. Everyone usually uses this present for their parents or for their friends in Tet holidays and festivals. Day by day, the green sticky rice becomes common in life.  It is appeared popularly in ancestor worships, pagoda festivals, wedding parties of Kinh people. Furthermore, it was used to donate to kings of dynasty of Ly (1009-1225). However, until now, visitors can find easily the green sticky rice of Vong village in almost markets, streets in Hanoi especially in autumn you can hear the sentence “do you buy the green sticky rice?” habitually along streets even in small road or  narrow corn in Hanoi.

The green sticky rice is packed with lotus leaf which makes this dish become more unique and special. The flavor of lotus leaf is very cool and light but it is different from any other leaf. The lotus is a famous and noble flower in Vietnam; its meaning is attached with cleanliness. Thus, may be the green sticky rice of Vong village is more evaluated when it is packed with lotus leaf.

Welcome visitors to Hanoi, you will be enjoyed the special foods especially the green sticky rice of Vong village. Now, skillful farmers made many kinds of products from the green sticky rice such as green rice flake cake, kind of dessert made with sugar and grilled rice. Each kind is very delicious and attractive. If you have chance to Vietnam, please remember to enjoy it. Especially, you are foreigners or oversea Vietnamese planning go to Vietnam, please contact to the address vietnamvisa.co to do vietnam visa, it is very necessary and important for your nice trip to Vietnam.