(HBO) - The traditional celebration of the Independence Festival in Lac Son district is associated with the Vietnamese people’s most resounding historical event in the 20th century – the success of the August Revolution in 1945.
"Banh uoi” (uoi cake), which represents the solidarity and
love for life, is an indispensable dish in the Independence Festival of people
in Muong Vo area of Nhan Nghia commune, Lac Son district.
Under the Party’s leadership, people nationwide
launched a general uprising in August 1945 to seize power and break chains of
slavery. Following the revolution’s victory was the National Day September 2,
1945, when the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (now the Socialist Republic of
Vietnam) was established, opening up an era of independence and freedom.
joining compatriots across the country in
celebrating the triumph, the administration and people of Lac Son district also
marked the first Independence Festival in 1945.
Nowadays, whenever the Independence Festival
approaches, local residents become busy preparing for celebrations. Communes
will be decorated with banners, flags and flowers while a wide range of
meaningful activities will be held, reflecting the spirit of "Nothing is more
precious than independence and freedom” as stated by late President Ho Chi
Minh.
Bui Van Thuom, former Secretary of the Party
Committee of Lac Son district, said it is an everlasting spirit that has been
deeply instilled into the local populace and spread across the district,
becoming the tradition of celebrating the Independence Festival annually.
Studying culture of the Muong Vang area and the
Muong ethnic group in Hoa Binh province for many years, Bui Huy Vong, a
resident in Huong Nhuong commune of Lac Son district, highly valued the
tradition of celebrating the Independence Festival on August 19 and September 2
in some communes of Lac Son, which he said is not only typical for a large
Muong ethnic area but also enriches the value of the August 19 victory and the
National Day on September 2.
Secretary of the district’s Party Committee Bui
Van Hanh affirmed that all-level Party committees, authorities and people of
Lac Son are always proud of their Independence Festival celebrating
tradition./.
On February 12th (i.e. Lunar January 15), the People's Committee of Hop Tien commune, Kim Boi district organized the Festival of Sim Pagoda Festival in At Ty Spring, 2025. The festival welcomed many people and tourists to visit the pagoda and enjoy the scenery.
The palanquin procession to Sim Pagoda.
As Hoa Binh province is set to host 115 spring festivals, local departments, sectors and localities are joining hands to ensure safety for the events.
In many major cultural events in Hanoi, the sound of the Muong people's gongs has become a special tone, contributing to the unique harmony that praises the cultural values accumulated over thousands of years along with the sacred soul of the capital city.
On the first day back to work and school after the Lunar New Year holiday, thousands of female officials, civil servants, and students from grade nine and above in Lac Son district proudly wore the traditional Muong attire. The vibrant brocade patterns created a striking cultural display, reinforcing the community's commitment to preserving and promoting their heritage.
The provincial-level Khai Ha festival 2025 of the Muong ethnic minority group took place at Phong Phu commune’s stadium in Tan Lac district of Hoa Binh province on the morning of February 5 (the 8th day of the first lunar month of the Year of the Snake).
"Xuong Dong” (going to the field) festival opened in Yen Phu commune of Hoa Binh’s Lac Son district on February 5, or the eighth day of the Year of the Snake, drawing thousands of locals and visitors to partake in a variety of activities.
.jpg)
