On July 18th, 2024, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 694/QĐ-TTg, ranking three sites across the country as the national special relics. Among them, Hoa Binh province's archaeological site, Hang Xom Trai and Mai Da Lang Vanh (Lac Son) was recognized as a national special relic.
The Institute of Archaeology conducted the excavations at Hang Xom
Trai at the beginning of 2024.
Hang Xom
Trai in Tan Lap commune and Mai Da Lang Vanh in Yen Phu commune were previously
classified as the national historical sites. Due to their unique and original
state, and their exceptional cultural and historical value, these sites serve
as the crucial samples for the prehistoric archaeological research in Vietnam
and in the region. The remaining cultural artifacts at the site, along with
those displayed at the Hoa Binh Provincial Museum, the National Museum of
Vietnamese History, and the Institute of Archaeology, are significant evidence
of the origins and history of the communities living in Hoa Binh and throughout
Vietnam.
This marks
the first time a site in Hoa Binh has been designated as a national special
relic.
The clothing of women reflects the culture of the Muong, Thai, Tay, Dao, and Mong ethnic groups in the northern province of Hoa Binh.
Gongs hold a special place in the cultural and spiritual life of the Muong ethnic people in Hoa Binh province. More than musical instruments, they are an indispensable part of community rituals and collective memory, echoing through generations as a spiritual thread linking the past, present, and future.
Preserving and promoting the cultural values of the Muong ethnic group has become an urgent task in the current context, as many traditional values face the risk of fading away. This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.
The Muong ethnic culture, deeply rooted in Vietnam’s mountainous north, continues to be preserved and revitalised by dedicated individuals and communities determined to safeguard their ancestral identity.
The Muong group is one of the largest ethnic minorities in Vietnam, primarily found in Hoa Binh province. The Muong people in Hoa Binh boast a rich and diverse cultural treasure that reflects the unique identity of this ethnic group. Accounting for over 63% of the province's population, they have created and preserved numerous distinctive cultural values, contributing to their unique identity. Their cultural heritage is an invaluable asset, at the heart of their national identity, and represents a vibrant spiritual life that must be preserved and promoted in today’s modern world.
For generations, the ethnic communities of Hoa Binh province, particularly the Muong people, have preserved vibrant festivals deeply intertwined with the region’s geography, nature, and social traditions. These celebrations enrich Hoa Binh’s spiritual life and cultural identity, reflecting both folk beliefs and the intermingling of ethnic customs. Many of these festivals have endured the test of time, passed down through generations and continuing to thrive today. Among them, the Khai Ha (Going Down to the Field) festival stands out as one of the most significant events of the Muong ethnic group.
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