Hoi An ancient city to host Korean Cultural Day 2022

QNN 19/04/2022 21:40

VOV.VN - A Korean Cultural Day in the central province of Quang Nam is due to take place in Hoi An ancient city from April 22 to April 23 in celebration of the 30th anniversary of both nations' diplomatic relations.

Korean Cultural Day in 2018 (Photo: toquoc.vn)
Korean Cultural Day in 2018 (Photo: toquoc.vn)

As part of the two-day event, a wide range of activities will be planned, including a traditional market in Hoi An city, an art show, an Ao Dai performance, and folk games.

Truong Thi Ngoc Cam, director of the Center for Culture - Sports and Radio and Television in Hoi An, said the Korean Cultural Days in Quang Nam is within the framework of the the National Tourism Year – Quang Nam 2022 with the theme of 'Quang Nam – A Green Tourism Destination'.

The occasion aims to promote the culture and tourism of both countries, as well as foster  diplomatic ties between the RoK and Vietnam, with a particular focus on the central province of Quang Nam.

Most notably, Taekwondo and Kpop dance performances will also be held from 16:30 p.m. to 18:00 p.m. on April 22.

Moreover, domestic and foreign tourists will be able to join a tour visiting Hoi An ancient town, local traditional craft villages, and the central city’s historical relics.

The cultural event is expected attract visitors coming to Hoi An and contribute to helping the tourism sector recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hoi An is one of the most popular destinations nationwide, with the ancient city typically attracting a large number of visitors worldwide each year, especially Korean tourists.

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