Vietnam Hosts 2nd International Poetry Festival
Vietnam Hosts 2nd International Poetry Festival, Thai Poet “Gassanee Thaisonthi” Participates, Performs and Exchanges Literature and Art, Strengthening Ties, Visits Vietnam Literature Museum
HANOI, Vietnam On March 25, 2026, the Vietnam Museum of Literature (Bảo tàng Văn học Việt Nam) hosted an honorable reception for a delegation of international writers and poets visiting Hanoi to participate in the 2nd International Poetry Festival.
Mrs. Nguyen Thi Thu, Director of the Vietnam Museum of Literature, appointed representatives to welcome the "Doi Nghe Si" (Artists' Valley) group. The delegation included prominent writers and poets from various regions, including Thailand, Hungary, South Korea, Taiwan, and Uzbekistan, among others. The visit offered a profound exploration of Vietnam’s rich literary history through its well-preserved artifacts and narratives.
The museum's exhibits are thoughtfully organized across four floors, reflecting the spiritual evolution of Vietnamese spiritually as follows:
1st Floor: Ancient Era & Great Poets Featuring the lives and masterpieces of legendary scholars such as Nguyễn Du and Nguyễn Trai.
2nd Floor: The Era of Legends and Nation-Building Highlighting pioneer writers and world-renowned figures, including President Ho Chi Minh and the classic novelist Nam Cao.
3rd & 4th Floors: Contemporary & Modern Eras Showcasing the dynamic movements of current Vietnamese literature and its integration into the global stage.
The atmosphere was filled with warmth and cultural exchange, facilitated by renowned poets and translators Kieu Bich Hau and Nguyen Khanh Phuong, who served as liaisons for the international guests. Their close collaboration helped bridge cultural narratives, leaving a lasting impression and further strengthening international ties through the enduring power of literature.
From March 20–25, 2026, the city of Hanoi played host to the 2nd International Poetry Festival, held under the evocative theme “Harmony.” The event aimed to harness the power of literature and art to foster mutual understanding and strengthen international ties.
The festival was spearheaded by prominent figures from Vietnam’s renowned “Artists’ Hill” (Doi Nghe Si), by celebrated artists and poets Van Bau and Bang Ai Tho, who welcomed a distinguished delegation of international literary representatives. Participants who gathered to share their perspectives and recitations included:
Hungary: Pal Daniel Levente
Uzbekistan: Sherzod Artikov
South Korea: Jang Geon Seob, Park In Sook, and Lee Jeong In
Taiwan: Chen Te Min ( Tek kau)
Thailand: Gassanee Thaisonthi
Beyond the poetry readings, the international delegates engaged in a series of cultural immersions, including visits to the cultural village in Thai Nguyen Province. A highlight of the event featured collective recitations at the scenic Ba Be Lake and Tan Vien Mountain , a site revered as the ancestral and spiritual heart of Vietnam.
The festival also saw significant participation from Vietnam’s literary frontline, including acclaimed poets and translators Kieu Bich Hau, Nguyen Khanh Phuong, and literary curator Vo Thi Nhu Mai.
The success of this international gathering serves as a profound testament that, despite the complexities and distances of the modern world. Adding a vibrant touch to the final day was the appearance of rising star young poet Eira Quynh Huong.
“Poetry and music” remain universal languages capable of connecting hearts and building lasting friendships across nations.
ข่าวภาษาไทย / Thai Version
