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September 2024
Cultural Series. Governed by the moon – the lunar calendar + the mid-autumn festival
For this month's lecture/presentation we learn about the significance and importance of the lunar calendar in Vietnam. Before the western solar calendar was adopted, Vietnam used the lunar calendar to determine when to plant and harvest and when to hold festivals and rituals. Nowadays the 2 calendars coexist and both are followed in life. The lunar calendar is still used to observe seasonal festivals, special occasions, and rituals. The lunar calendar began with the year 2,637 BC and a lunar…
Find out more »Tour (English): Behind the scenes – State Records & Archives Department of Vietnam – half full
AS OF 4 SEPTEMBER 5 SPACES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE THANKS Thanks to one of our members FVH is proud to have a wonderful friendship and collaboration with the State Records and Archives Department of Vietnam (centres 1 and 2). This morning we hold a behind the scenes visit to Archives Centre no. 3 which holds post-1945 to present day records. We meet the Director – Tran Viet Hoa – and some of her team who will take us on a fascinating tour…
Find out more »Hanoi City Walks (ENG) – Lãn Ông Street (Old Quarter) – FULL
THIS WALK IS NOW FULL. PLEASE RSVP FOR THE WAITING LIST. THANKS Take a leisurely stroll through Hanoi's Old Quarter and savor the season's charm. Experience the elegant beauty of autumn as you wander through a historic neighborhood, where life moves at a slower pace. Immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere, and let the season's gentle rhythms inspire you to enjoy a weekend afternoon to its fullest. Numbers: Max 8 spaces Please RSVP: via this google form link here Walk led by…
Find out more »October 2024
Hanoi City Walk (English) – French concession to Thiền Quang Lake
Our morning walk starts in front of the Opera House. From here, we walk to the School of Pharmacy just up the road, designed by Ernest Hebrard – we learn about what makes his style of architecture so iconic. Then, we make our way along Lý Thường Kiệt Street touching on the history of some key buildings in the area and some of the characters who occupied them, thorugh the picturesque winding alleys around Ha Hoi ending at Thiền Quang…
Find out more »Hanoi City Walk (ENG) a.m: Chợ Hôm and the neighboring areas
Another brand new walk. Chợ Hôm is one of the few existing large market in Hanoi and much loved by many of the international and local community - particularly for material. Located in a great residential neighborhood, the place is within walking distance to a church, two theaters, several schools and numerous shops and eateries. Join us on this walk to learn about how this marketplace came about, the history of the community here and a general guide on how…
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