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
As part of Project 6 under the national target program for socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas in 2024, Lạc Sơn District, Hoa Binh province focuses on diverse and practical activities to promote the project's goal: "Preserving and promoting the beautiful traditional cultural values of ethnic groups in conjunction with tourism development."
After 3 years of implementing Resolution No. 04-NQ/TU, dated October 11, 2021 of the Provincial Party Standing Committee on preserving and promoting the cultural heritage values of Hoa Binh province's ethnic groups in the period of 2021 – 2025 with the orientation to 2030 (NQ04), it has mobilized the participation of the entire political system, the people from all walks of life and there have been positive changes. So far, out of the 10 targets of NQ04, 3 targets have been met and exceeded the plan set for 2025. Typically, 70% of the intangible cultural heritage (ICH) of ethnic groups in the province is on the list of the national ICH items and they have been protected and restored, exceeding 20% of the proposed Resolution.
Great National Unity Day has been recently celebrated in Duong hamlet, Vay Nua commune, Da Bac district, in an atmosphere of warmth and community spirit. The event highlighted national identity and strengthened the bond of solidarity among residents.
On November 28, the People's Committee of Cao Phong district organized the Cultural and Sports Festival of Cao Phong district's ethnic groups in 2024.
