One of quintessence’s that have created the name Hanoi is the contribution of not only Hanoians but also the people who love this homeland. Travellive would like to introduce to you some interviews with famous people who dedicate their life to create a prosperous Hanoi in different aspects.
Nguyen Vinh Phuc – a Hanoi’s researcher
My most favorite work is to study in Hanoi although I was not born here. I have received many vigorous agreements from audiences after a series of books such as Hanoi’s celebrities, Hanoi - thousand-year-old city, Q & A Millennium Thang Long – Hanoi and Hanoi Travel. Hanoi is like a live body that grows day by day. We need to preserve all of its cultural values, from objects to non-objects. Time passed by, this landscape will be “decanted and purified” to be a city which is part traditional and part modern. “West Lake Monography” which is 700 pages is my confidential research towards the Millennium Thang Long – Hanoi. This book is on the bookshelf of “Thang Long – thousand years of civilization”. I will continue studying Hanoi to express my love for the capital and share with readers, especially, the young people.
Artisan of Ca tru – Nguyen Van Mui
I’m the seventh generation of working as an artisan of Ca tru. Ca tru ,from my great-great-great grandmother until now. It is not only a cultural character of Hanoi but also of Vietnam. I have performed this kind of art on local and international stages. I have also introduced and taught to all who are interested in it. In 1993, Thai Ha club was founded to commemorate our ancestors and preserve this special performance. This club is at my howithout any financial support. What worries me is, how to create a good condition for performance and preserve Ca tru – a world non-object cultural heritage.
Researcher of tortoises – Ha Minh Duc
I have studied tortoises since 1991. Apart from the big theme of “the ancient tortoise” in Sword Lake, I have written many papers and articles about Hanoi, from vision and culture to customs. I’ll make great efforts to protect the ecological environment, architectures, history and culture of Hanoi, especially the old tortoises in Sword Lake. I’m trying to find the descendants of the Sword Lake’s tortoise. I have used the media for many organizations and individuals who want to get hot information of this old tortoise. I take a walk around Hanoi everyday and take many photos, but I like to contemplate Hanoi on peaceful Tet days to remind me of old memories.
Carver of silver – Nguyen Ngoc Trong
I have worked as a carver of silver for 50 years. My family has run this business for four generations. Vietnamese arts and crafts are very durable and have the potential to develop in domestic and foreign markets. Products such as jewelries, displays, tea sets and vases are the interest of many Hanoian households for serious occasions during the past ten years. I’m trying to finish my works of silver carving for Millennium Thang Long – Hanoi, including the Tortoise Tower, The Huc bridge, North Gate citadel and Long Bien bridge. I’m very proud of being an artisan of these trade villages and would like to devote my life for this job with the principle of “born for work, sacrificed for work”.
Contemporary dancer Dao Anh Khanh
I would like to perform a show named “Flow 1000” perfectly to contribute to the big festival of Millennium Thang Long – Hanoi. After two shows, Converging light (October, 2009) and Sound bridge (February, 2010), Tree of life show will take place in October, 2010. An event must include two elements: natural space and an imposing scale. Tree of life will happen in my precinct and 600 meters of dyke slopes will be carefully arranged and display products for the performances. Audiences’ agreements and cares are the greatest motivations for me to complete my schedule as best as I can. I also continue my free shows becaI like to be a part of a community.
Contemporary musician – Vu Nhat Tan
I had a chance to take part in Hanoi Soundscape exhibition, a meaningful project about Hanoi, last April. People can experience Hanoi through many specific noises such as vehicles’ horns, the noise of trains on rails and clicks on every corner of Hanoi. I’m very glad that the CD of Hanoi Soundscape became the first official CD about noises. Although I am deeply attached to the noises and continue to research it, I prefer a peaceful Hanoi amidst this noisy and gaudy urban center.
Flower artisan – Manh Hung
23 years with the reward of “Golden Hand” and being conferred an artisan at the age of 21, I always have a strong attachment and make a contribution to the job. Hanoians are always interested in decorating their howith flowers. The idea of holding a flower festival in the capital has urged me on since 2008. The flower festival that took place last January was an opening event in the chain of events to commemorate the Millennium Thang Long – Hanoi. Although many foreign firms invite me to work, I prefer working in Hanoi becahere is my only peaceful place after hard working hours.
3D Hanoi group
Being students of architecture in Hanoi, we chose to paint 3D pictures about architectures and famous beauty spots to express our love for Hanoi, where we were born and grew up. Until now, we own 100 3D paintings about ancient Hanoi and we intend to organize an exhibition “Time corner” to commenmorate the Millennium Thang Long next October. However, we have to learn and operate ourselves in all the steps. In 2009, 3D Hanoi group and Ashui.com were rewarded for the idea – For the love of Hanoi with the project: “Rebuild the Old Quarter of Hanoi by 3D technique” and “Reappear French architectural heritage at Hanoi by 3D technique”. We have the idea of “Virtual museum” to display 3D objects in fresh but effective styles.
Singer Ngoc Khue
Hanoi in my mind is old memories, people and familiar corners that torment me by a deep longing. I decided to show a “different me” and an image of “different Hanoi” in a new songs. CD 365.hanoi.nk is a gift for my Hanoi and I’m very happy that this album was rewarded “excellent album” by Art Council of Golden Album award. I’m also very proud of participating in DVD 32 songs about Hanoi, the official gift for the Millennium Thang Long – Hanoi. Wandering around Hanoi in a cold autumn night, I can feel the hidden beauty of streets and corners that are so familiar to me.
Cook Truong Cong Le – Manager of Golden Apple JSC
Cuisine came to me by chance in 1991. To me, this is a kind of art that requires creation and passion. We always have to learn theory and practice. Recently, I had a chance to take part in the World Food Festival in Vung Tau, meet and work with famous Yan Can Cook. I understood many domestic and foreign cuisines as well as cultures. Although the managing work is quite busy, I also spend time on cooking. I wish to train and teach many learners with the best course books and explore many new menus all over the world.
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