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Year 2012: Achievements in heritage conservation and restoration
In 2012, thanks to the support of governmental, national and international organizations as well as of individuals, together with efforts of all members, HMCC has achieved lots of successes in despite of many economic difficulties. Heritage restoration activities have been professionally implemented under International Conventions on heritage conservation, Laws of Cultural Heritage and Regulations on the restoration of cultural historical heritage – famous landscapes and beauty spots, various basic stipulations in construction in order to keep the standard and authenticity of historic buildings. It can be said that 2012 was the “fruitful year” in the field of heritage restoration. It resulted in the fact that the areas of ruin in the Imperial City, Hue Citadel, temples and Nguyen royal tombs have been narrowed, the integrity and authenticity of Hue monument complex have been well perserved.
Xoan singers pass art to new generation
Nguyen Thi Hoa from Viet Tri City in Phu Tho Province, is a very proud parent. She is filled with happiness every time her nine-year-old daughter performs some traditional xoan songs learned at school for the family.
XATAC ESPLANADE

Under Nguyen Dynasty, Xa Tac Esplanade (in Hue Citadel) was the place to organize the worshipping ceremony dedicating to the Earth and Rice Spirits for the good harvest and peace. It was built in the 5th year of Gia Long reign (1806) at the west side of Imperial City (in Hue Citadel). Following the emperor’s order, all provinces of all over the country had to contribute good soil to build up this esplanade.

Xa Tac Sacrifice 2014-a spiritual wish of the mass
At 1 am of March 18 2014 (Lunar February 18 of the Horse year), Xa Tac Sacrifice was carried out at Xa Tac Esplanade. Although this year’s ceremony was simplified, it was started at the right time with appropriate offerings and in the solemn atmosphere as ever.
XA TAC SACRIFICE 2014
Xa Tac Sacrifice is one of the typical royal ceremonies that deeply reflects the identities of the Vietnamese water paddy-agriculture. From such dynasties as Dinh, Ly, Tran, Le and Nguyen, the Xa Tac Sacrifice was annually organized in Lunar February and August to honor the national agriculture and wish for the great peace as well as harmonious weather-productive crop-prosperous inhabitant. Despite the historical impact, Hue ancient capital still keeps Xa Tac esplanade intact. From 2008 to nơ, Xa Tac sacrifice has been rehabilitated and drawn much appreciation and concern from the local inhabitants.
XA TAC RITE FOR AGRICULTURE 2016
As usual, this year Hue Monuments Conservation Centre will carry out the Xa Tac Rite for Agriculture 2016 at the daybreak of March 27 (the 19 th of the second lunar, year of Monkey) at Xa Tac esplanade, Hue city.
XA TAC ESPLANADE
Under Nguyen Dynasty, Xa Tac Esplanade (in Hue Citadel) was the place to organize the worshipping ceremony dedicating to the Earth and Rice Spirits for the good harvest and peace. It was built in the 5th year of Gia Long reign (1806) at the west side of Imperial City (in Hue Citadel). Following the emperor’s order, all provinces of all over the country had to contribute good soil to build up this esplanade.
XA TAC CEREMONY ORGANIZED
In order to honor the agriculture and traditional culture of Vietnam, the revival of Xa Tac sacrificial rite that originated from the traditional royal ceremony will be organized at 8 p.m on April 2nd, 2013 (the 22nd day of lunar February in the Year of Snake), at Xa Tac Esplanade (Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue city).
XÃ TẮC CEREMONY 2012
XÃ TẮC CEREMONY 2012
Xa Tac Esplanade is an important construction of Hue Citadel. It was built in 1806 when Hue Citadel was planned at the north bank of Huong river. The first king of the Nguyen - Gia Long – ordered the contribution of pure soil from all over the country to build up this Esplanade. Thus, this construction symbolized the land of nation and the sacrificial ceremony at Xa Tac Esplanade had the great significance nationwide. It was recognized as the Great Ceremony in the Nguyen regulations.
XÃ TẮC CEREMONY - 2012
World Heritage Volunteers 2013 - Patrimonito Voluntary Action - Inspiring change
Are you a youth organization and want to sensitize the young people more about the value of World Heritage sites? Or are you an NGO and wish to organize a work camp to preserve and promote a World Heritage site, with young international volunteers?
World Heritage Volunteers 2012 - Beyond Territories and Boundaries
Living beyond territories and boundaries appears as one of mankind’s dream, and our common history abounds with travellers who tried to fulfil it. But now that we travel beyond territories and boundaries by plane or train, does it mean we are living beyond territories and boundaries?
World Heritage Earthen Architecture Programme (WHEAP)
Earthen architecture is one of the most original and powerful expressions of our ability to create a built environment with readily available resources. It includes a great variety of structures, ranging from mosques, palaces and granaries, to historic city centres, cultural landscapes and archaeological sites. Its cultural importance throughout the world is evident and has led to its consideration as a common heritage of humankind, therefore deserving protection and conservation by the international community. In 2011, over 10% of the World Heritage properties incorporate earthen structures. The availability and economic quality of the material mean it bears great potential to contribute to poverty alleviation and sustainable development.
World Heritage Convention 40th anniversary celebrations: Closing event
To conclude the 40th anniversary year, the World Heritage Centre and the Government of Japan will co-organize the "Closing Event of the Celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the World Heritage Convention" in Kyoto on 6-8 November 2012. This is made possible thanks to the generous contribution of the host government, directly as well as through the Japan Funds-in-Trust.
World Heritage Committee to meet in Bonn 28 June to 8 July
The World Heritage Committee will examine proposals to inscribe 37 properties on UNESCO’s World Heritage List when it meets at the international conference centre of Bonn (Germany) from 28 June to 8 July. The upcoming 39th session of the World Heritage Committee will be chaired by Maria Böhmer, Minister of State at Germany’s Federal Foreign Office, and member of the Bundestag.
World Heritage Committee to consider inscription of 36 sites on UNESCO’s World Heritage List at forthcoming session (St Petersburg 24 June – 6 July)
The World Heritage Committee will consider the inscription of 36 sites on the World Heritage List during its next meeting from 24 June to 6 July, in Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation.
World Heritage Committee opens in Istanbul
The 40th session of the World Heritage Committee opened today in Istanbul (Turkey) under the chairmanship of Lale Ülker, Ambassador, Director General of Cultural Affairs and Promotion Abroad of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The opening ceremony was an opportunity to stress that World Heritage, which is now, more than ever, the subject of numerous threats, must remain a vector of cohesion and dialogue at the international level.
World Heritage Committee inscribes five new cultural sites on World Heritage List and approves two extensions to existing properties
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long-Hanoi (Viet Nam) becomes 900th site on UNESCO World Heritage List
World Heritage Committee inscribes a total of 21 new sites on UNESCO World Heritage List
The 34th session of the World Heritage Committee meeting in Brasilia since 25 July today finished its consideration of nominations for the World Heritage List and the List of World Heritage in Danger.
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