Hallmarks of Hanoi's cultural industry has contributed to creating momentum for the country's cultural industry, both enriching the spiritual and cultural lives of its residents but also boosting its allure as a tourism destination.

The recognition of Hanoi pho (Hanoi’s noodle soup) as a national intangible cultural heritage element marks a significant milestone in promoting traditional cultural values and paves the way for this iconic dish to secure its place on the global culinary map, experts said.

The Hanoi Culinary Culture Festival 2024 with the theme “Hanoi ket noi nam chau” (Hanoi connects the World) is underway at Thong Nhat Park in the capital city.

The Hanoi Culinary Culture Festival 2024 will be held at Thong Nhat (Reunification) Park in the capital city from November 29 to December 1, the municipal Department of Culture and Sports announced at a press conference on November 25.