The Khong gian Viet (Viet space) display area was officially put into operation in the Co Loa Citadel on February 1 as part of efforts to diversify cultural activities in the national historical-cultural relic
A view of Co Loa festival
in 2017 (Source: VNA)
Covering over 2,000 sq.m, the model comprises three wooden houses
and six leaf-tiled cottages designed in traditional style, and over 20 bamboo
booths displaying specialties of Co Loa in particular and those of the Northern
Delta region in general.
Visitors will have a chance to enjoy interesting experience, as well as get
insights into the countryside’s custom, community culture, and handicraft
trade.
Tourist visiting the area will be provided with free tickets from February 1 -
February 21.
During the first four days of operation, many cultural activities are being
arranged, including displays of bonsai trees and handicrafts, traditional art
shows, water puppet performances, and food introduction.
At the end of 2017, the site’s management board introduced the Ca tru
(ceremonial singing) art performed by artisans from the Lo Khe Ca tru club of
Dong Anh district, in the site as part of efforts to preserve the intangible
cultural heritage.
Source: VNA
Xoe dance, an unique art form of the Thai ethnic minority group in Mai Chau district of Hoa Binh province has existed for a long time and passed down through generations. Xoe dance is not only a popular dance in the Thai community but also a unique cultural feature, an indispensable part in the Thai ethnic minority people's cultural and spiritual life.
The Bac Son pre-school in Hung Son commune, Kim Boi district is effectively implementing a model of preserving and promoting cultural identity of the Muong ethnic group.
Through ups and downs, many unique cultural features of the Muong ethnic minority group are facing risks of falling into oblivion. However, with a strong determination, Lac Son district of Hoa Binh province has deployed synchronous solutions to preserve and promote the locality's cultural heritage values.
If Tan Lac is considered the core of the cradle of Muong culture in Hoa Binh, Phong Phu commune is the cultural centre of Muong culture in Tan Lac district. Luy Ai hamlet in Phong Phu commune is where customs and traditions of Muong Bi are preserved. Luy Ai hamlet was chosen to build a space to preserve Muong ethnic culture. The district is seeking support from the province and coordinating with relevant agencies to devise a plan on preservation of Muong cultural spaces associated with developing tourism products and improving the lives of local residents.
Nguyen Manh Tuan, a Muong ethnic man in Ba Hang Doi town, Lac Thuy district, is known as a young, dedicated, and outstanding artisan who has made significant contributions in collecting, restoring, and preserving national cultural values.
The Government Office with Document No. 2082/VPCP-KGVX, dated March 29, 2024, sent out the opinion of Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha regarding the submission of the "Mo Muong" and "Cheo art" dossiers to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
