Vietnam Celebrates 950th Anniversary of Temple of Literature, Reaffirming Cultural Heritage
The Temple of Literature and National Academy (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam) in Hanoi, established in 1076 as Vietnam's first national university, is a symbol of its scholarly tradition. A cultural program 'Khai Van' commemorating its 950th anniversary, blending traditional arts with contemporary expression, highlighted the preservation and promotion of Vietnam's academic heritage.
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