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Events Related to Historic Monuments in Hội An in the Year of the Dragon
23:47 10/05/2026
Among the twelve zodiac animals corresponding to the Twelve Earthly Branches (Thập nhị Địa chi: Tý, Sửu, Dần, Mão, Thìn, Tỵ, Ngọ, Mùi, Thân, Dậu, Tuất, Hợi) in the traditional cultural worldview of the Vietnamese people, the dragon (Thìn, Sino-Vietnamese: Long) occupies the fifth position. It is a mythical creature and one of the Four Sacred Creatures (Tứ linh: dragon, kylin, turtle, phoenix). In the lunar calendar, the third month is the Month of the Dragon. Dragon months and Dragon years, according to the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches system, include: Giáp Thìn, Bính Thìn, Mậu Thìn, Canh Thìn, and Nhâm Thìn. Each sexagenary cycle lasts sixty years (Lục thập hoa giáp). The Year of the Wood Dragon (Giáp Thìn) 2024 runs from 10 February 2024 to 28 January 2025 in the Gregorian calendar.
Creativity for Preservation and Development Based on Local Cultural Heritage Resources
23:27 10/05/2026
At the end of 2023, Hội An received the good news of officially joining the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. Hội An became the 247th member, recognized in the field of Crafts and Folk Art. This network seeks to foster international cooperation among globally recognized cities by placing cultural resources and cultural creativity at the center of sustainable urban development. This is a major opportunity for the city to strongly activate its cultural and traditional potential as a resource for sustainable development, generating distinctive values for the future and further strengthening Hội An’s appeal in exchange and development.
Apricot Blossom During Tết and Folk Beliefs in Hội An
05:52 06/05/2026
In Hội An, and perhaps throughout nearly the entire stretch of land from Quảng Trị southward, hoa mai (apricot blossom) is regarded as the symbol of spring. The flower is revered not only for its brilliant yellow bloom after a full year, 365 days “holding the gold of sun and moon,” but also because it is a flower that heralds the revival of all living things after the icy days of winter. Apricot blossom is also a symbol of a world overflowing with life, of resilience and firmness, and, with its sweet fragrance and beauty, it creates a powerful emotional impression and announces the arrival of spring.
Some Events Related to Hội An in Dragon Years Through Historical Documents
05:08 06/05/2026
With its historically and culturally strategic location, Hội An became a place of trade and commerce with countries in the region and around the world from a very early period. During the Lâm Ấp - Champa era, Hội An was already a trading port regularly visited by foreign merchant vessels, and a number of works in the Book of Jin (Tấn thư), the Book of Tang (Đường thư), and certain ancient Arabic texts described and introduced valuable information about Hội An. Especially during the period when Hội An flourished as an international port under the Nguyễn Lords, and later during the Tây Sơn period and the reign of Nguyễn Lords, many domestic and foreign works relating to or mentioning Hội An were translated and published, such as Đàng Trong in 1621, Hải ngoại ký sự, Travels and Missions, Ô châu cận lục, Phủ biên tạp lục, and Đại Nam thực lục.
Customs of Lineages in Hội An
04:56 06/05/2026
The residential community of Hội An is formed by the coexistence of many lineages. The village administrative structure in Hội An has historically been relatively loose; in compensation, kinship relations developed strongly. This is reflected in the widespread practice of worshipping lineage groups at communal houses instead of a single village tutelary deity (Thành Hoàng). Each lineage maintains its own ancestral house and lineage-owned land.
The Whale Cult (Cá Ông) in the Belief Life of Coastal Communities in Đà Nẵng in the Contemporary Context
04:35 15/04/2026
In the course of Vietnamese history, Đà Nẵng has functioned not only as a geographical space but also as a site marking early stages of the southward expansion (Nam tiến) of the Vietnamese people. Following the political marriage between King Chế Mân and Princess Huyền Trân in 1306, migration from the North intensified, contributing to the formation and shaping of local populations.
Trading with the Upland Source Regions in Hội An through Folk Poetry
04:42 06/04/2026
Hội An was once a major trading port, where commercial activity flourished and attracted not only domestic merchants but also traders from many countries. As a result, a wide range of trading forms and methods emerged here, from small-scale to large-scale exchange.
Matchmaking Customs through Folk Verses in Hội An
22:19 02/04/2026
There is a five-character quatrain by the child prodigy poet Uông Thù of the Northern Song dynasty in China that speaks of four rare moments of happiness in a person’s life, and it is still often recited today:
35 Years of Research, Conservation, and Promotion of Archaeological Sites and Artefacts in Hội An
21:36 02/04/2026
By 1985, at the time of the national seminar on the ancient town of Hội An, the region was known to scholars primarily as a prosperous medieval port city preserved relatively intact through its remarkable architectural heritage complex. Yet “underground Hội An”, or more specifically Hội An during the Prehistoric-Early Historic and Lâm Ấp-Champa periods, remained largely an open question.
The Influence of Confucianism on Traditional Domestic Architecture in Hội An
05:25 31/03/2026
Confucianism was introduced into Vietnam at a very early stage, endured for centuries, and left a profound imprint on many aspects of social life during the feudal period. Beyond its emphasis on the tradition of learning and its veneration of degree holders and scholarly achievement, Confucianism also shaped moral standards, promoted reverence for teachers, elevated the virtues of the gentleman-scholar, and prescribed patterns of conduct both within the family and in society at large.
Apricot Blossom During Tết and Folk Beliefs in Hội An
04:37 31/03/2026
In Hội An, and perhaps throughout nearly the entire stretch of land from Quảng Trị southward, hoa mai (apricot blossom) is regarded as the symbol of spring. The flower is revered not only for its brilliant yellow bloom after a full year, 365 days “holding the gold of sun and moon,” but also because it is a flower that heralds the revival of all living things after the icy days of winter. Apricot blossom is also a symbol of a world overflowing with life, of resilience and firmness, and, with its sweet fragrance and beauty, it creates a powerful emotional impression and announces the arrival of spring.
Customs of Lineages in Hội An
04:07 31/03/2026
The residential community of Hội An is formed by the coexistence of many lineages. The village administrative structure in Hội An has historically been relatively loose; in compensation, kinship relations developed strongly. This is reflected in the widespread practice of worshipping lineage groups at communal houses instead of a single village tutelary deity (Thành Hoàng). Each lineage maintains its own ancestral house and lineage-owned land.
Preserving and Promoting the Value of Documentary Heritage of Hội An Ancient Town
05:11 24/03/2026
Documentary heritage constitutes an important component of the cultural heritage of humanity. The term “documentary heritage” has been used in the Memory of the World Programme initiated by UNESCO in 1992.
Some Events Related to Historical Monuments in Hội An During Horse Years
04:41 24/03/2026
In traditional Vietnamese culture in particular, and East Asian culture more broadly, the horse is a sacred animal ranked seventh among the twelve zodiac animals corresponding to the twelve Earthly Branches (Tý, Sửu, Dần, Mão, Thìn, Tỵ, Ngọ, Mùi, Thân, Dậu, Tuất, Hợi). The horse symbolizes strength, power, endurance, loyalty, aspiration, and success.
Events related to Hội An in Horse years through historical records
03:31 24/03/2026
With its historical and cultural-geographical position, Hội An emerged early as a center of trade and exchange with countries in the region and beyond. During the Lâm Ấp – Champa period, Hội An was already a trading port frequented by foreign merchant ships. Several historical works recorded valuable information about Hội An, including the Jin Shu (History of the Jin), Tang Shu (History of the Tang), and a number of early Arabic texts.
Spatial and socio-economic organization of village communities in Hội An in the early 19th century through Nguyễn dynasty cadastral records
03:21 24/03/2026
Within the territorial management system of the Vietnamese monarchic state, cadastral records (địa bạ) functioned as official documents used to establish administrative boundaries, define land ownership structures, and organize social life at the village level. Beyond serving fiscal and population management purposes, these records also comprehensively reflect the relationships between people and land, as well as between the state and local communities.
Preserving and Promoting the Values of the National Intangible Cultural Heritage: the Nguyên Tiêu Festival in Hội An Ancient Town
03:15 24/03/2026
The Nguyên Tiêu Festival, also known as the First Full Moon Festival (Thượng Nguyên), is a long-standing traditional cultural and religious practice that reflects the rich spiritual life of the residents of Hội An Ancient Town. Held on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, it marks the first full moon of the new year.
Three-Bay House with a Projecting Front Room – A House of Memory and Nostalgia
00:09 24/03/2026
A house is not merely a structure that shelters people from sun and rain; it is a symbol of home, a place of kinship, safety, and belonging. It preserves memories and connects family members, carrying profound spiritual value.
Trade Routes of Forest and Mountain Products from the Highlands to the Port of Hội An
03:45 19/03/2026
Quảng Nam is known as a land rich in natural resources, with terrain gradually descending from west to east, forming distinct ecological zones including high mountains, midlands, plains, coastal areas, and islands. This ecological diversity created favorable conditions for the historical exploitation, processing, and trade of forest products and aromatics, making such activities in Quảng Nam particularly vibrant.
