Vietnamese Ao Dai during wartime

The exhibition, open until December 17, was part of activities marking Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23).

Visitors can admire the variety of Ao Dai styles worn by women who joined the past struggles against foreign invaders.

Dozens of exhibited artifacts and documents offer insights into the daily lives and revolutionary sacrifices of Vietnamese women during wartime.

The Museum’s organising board also introduced a collection of Ao Dai from a variety of different historical periods.

Some photos taken at the exhibition:

Former Vice State President Nguyen Thi Binh wears Ao Dai during Geneva Agreement talks with foreign partners

Nguyen Thị Binh wearing Ao Dai at international diplomatic events

Former political prisoner Nguyen Thi Phi Van’s Ao Dai

A traditional wedding Ao Dai of Southern Vietnam

Ao Dai worn by Vietnamese women during wartime