Wednesday, 13/12/2023 16:36 (GMT+7)
A wide range of cultural and art activities will take place in the Central Highlands city of Da Lat to celebrate 130 years of the formation and development of Da Lat city (1893-2023).
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| A view of Da Lat city (Photo: VNA) |
The information was released at a press briefing on activities to celebrate 130 years of the formation and development of Da Lat city held by Lam Dong provincial People’s Committee on December 11.
The highlight of the programme will be a ceremony on December 30 to announce the recognition of Da Lat as a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of music. The ceremony will close with fireworks from 10:35pm to 10:40pm.
In addition, an art and fashion show at the Da Lat College on December 16 will tell a story of Da Lat in the past and at present with pieces of architecture, flowers, and pine forests in the mist through a collection of “ao dai” (Vietnamese traditional dress) by designer Minh Hanh and her colleagues.
Flower spaces will be arranged in parks and public areas in the city centre.
Meanwhile, a Vietnam - Korea cultural exchange programme, and a ceremony to honour 130 outstanding individuals with achievements in all fields will be held as part of the event.
Over the past year, 18 cultural and art activities, including an international music festival, a song writing camp, exhibitions on “Old Da Lat” and the city’s socio-economic development achievements, and a seminar on local tourism development, have been held by Da Lat City People’s Committee./.
Compiled by BTA