Vietnam’s cultural identities were introduced at the 2018 ASEAN Family Day, which was held in Ankara, Turkey, on November 10.
Ambassadors and their
spouses at the 2018 ASEAN Family Day in Ankara.
The event featured the participation of Ambassadors as well
as staff members and their families from the embassies of seven ASEAN countries
in Ankara, including Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore,
Thailand and Vietnam.
Vietnamese Embassy in Ankara
displayed traditional handicrafts, such as Dong Ho paintings, lacquer paintings
and water puppetry.
In addition, visitors to
Vietnam’s booths were introduced to the country’s history, culture and
socio-economic development achievements as well as Vietnam – Turkey diplomatic
relations.
Friends from other ASEAN
countries were also interested in Vietnamese food, notably‘pho bo’(noodle
with beef),‘che dau xanh’(sweet green bean soup) and‘che
bi ngo’(sweet pumpkin soup).
ASEAN Family Day is an annual event organised by the
ASEAN Ankara Committee (AAC), aiming to enhance the solidarity and cohesion
among the community in Ankara.
Source: NDO
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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.
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.
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