Paris, April 8 -- A cultural event showcasing the heritage of Vietnam's northern region of Kinh Bac - a land with long history and ancient culture in the country was held in Paris on April 7.

Titled "Vietnamese Cultural Night - Essence of Kinh Bac Heritage", the programme was jointly organised by Bac Ninh province and the Vietnamese Cultural Centre in France.

The event featured two cultural treasures, Dong Ho folk paintings and Quan ho (love duet) folk singing, offering French audiences and the Vietnamese community in France an opportunity to experience these traditional art forms.

The initiative comes as Vietnam is seeking UNESCO's recognition of Dong Ho folk paintings as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding,...