On February 9, at Hoa Binh Conference Center, the Provincial Literature and Arts Association organized the 23rd Vietnam Poetry Day in 2025 with the theme "The bright land of Poetry”. The event has attracted the participation of many artists, artisans, poetry clubs and poetry lovers in the province, along with other artists from Hoa Binh who are living and composing outside the province and the representatives of some Central Professional Associations from Hanoi.
The artists performing the musical works set to music from the poems at the program.
On the night of the Full Moon Festival in January, the year of Mau Ty in 1948, on a working trip, the President Ho Chi Minh was inspired to read the poem Nguyen Tieu in Chinese characters. Also from the poem Nguyen Tieu, since 2003, the Full Moon Festival in January has become Vietnam Poetry Day and it is celebrated in all localities across the country.
At the 20th Vietnam Poetry Day in 2025 organized by the Provincial Literature and Arts Association, many outstanding works were performed through the form of poetry recitation, poetry reading, poetry - music exchange, with the content praising the homeland, the country, the Party, Uncle Ho, the love between couples, family affection and humanistic values in life. The poetry space was solemnly decorated, imbued with the breath of Hoa Binh culture with the characteristics of Muong poetry, folk poetry and contemporary works.
In addition, the program is also a place to meet, exchange and connect between the generations of poets, from veteran authors to young writers, to share their creative journey and inspiring stories from the real life.
Vietnam Poetry Day 2025 in Hoa Binh is not only an occasion to honor the poetic works, but it is also to inspire the creativity for writers, poets and artists. The new works released in 2025 will continue to contribute to enriching people's spiritual life and encouraging the development of Hoa Binh homeland.
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.
Muong calendar, known as sach doi, is an ancient folk knowledge system developed through observations of the movement of the pleiades star. This unique calendar consists of 12 bamboo sticks, each representing a lunar month. Specific days within each month are marked with distinct symbols, guiding locals in determining auspicious and inauspicious days for important activities.
Authorities and residents of Chieng Chau commune, Mai Chau district, are making efforts to preserve and promote the historical value of a centuries-old gold apple tree (scientifically known as diospyros decandra lour), which has been recognised as a national heritage tree.
Hoa Binh is home to two types of Dong Son drums: Heger I and Heger II. These drums date back from the 4th century BC to the 5th century AD.
Mo is a term referring to a profession and cultural heritage which integrates folk beliefs with folk culture and arts. Practiced at funerals and religious rituals by the Muong ethnic people, it aims to provide spiritual comfort during significant life events such as illness and death.
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