High in the mist-covered mountains of Vietnam, ancient Shan Tuyết tea trees have preserved a legacy for generations, where flavour, craft and tradition come together. From the purity of nature to the art of brewing and cooking, each leaf tells a story beyond taste, rooted in culture and time. Uncover the journey of Shan Tuyết tea and what lies beyond bitterness, only on Flavours & Beyond.
From cultural exchanges and cutting-edge infrastructure to centuries-old traditions and treasured heritage, this episode of China Link brings you stories that connect people, history and progress. Join us as we explore the Chinese Language Bridge, the impact of high-speed rail, Bắc Ninh’s unique mud ball wrestling festival, and the enduring legacy of the Vĩnh Nghiêm Pagoda woodblocks.
A land of raw, untamed beauty, wild and strangely mysterious. One of the most celebrated spiritual destinations along Việt Nam's south-central coast. A nature reserve unlike almost any other. Every plant and animal here has adapted to survive the long dry months. The old-growth forests of Tà Kóu Mountain are home to some of Việt Nam's rarest and most endemic wildlife.
In the ancient mountains of Việt Nam, "Then" is more than music. It is the melody of heaven – a bridge between humanity and the divine. A dialogue between generations, a promise that no matter how far it travels, the essence of the roots remains unchanged.
Long revered as the “First Celestial Mountain” and the “Roof of Southern Việt Nam,” Bà Đen Mountain has, for centuries, stood as the sacred guardian of the old Gia Định region. Yet beyond its dramatic landscape lies something deeper, a spiritual force that has quietly endured through generations, where millions of people return each year in search of faith and spiritual comfort.
In this episode of Vietnam at a Glance, CJ and Michael explore how traditional Vietnamese culture is being reimagined for a new generation. Through hands-on experiences with folk games and creative STEM-based activities, they discover how educators and cultural practitioners are blending heritage, science and play to keep traditional knowledge alive.
The Book Garden 21 project in Hồ Chí Minh City is reviving reading habits among youth through mobile "Book Trucks." Stocked with over 200 books, these open-air, mobile libraries allow visitors to easily rent books, attend workshops, and enjoy live music, making literature a natural part of modern weekend relaxation.