(HBO) – After the opening
ceremony of the 7th Games of Hoa Binh province, athletes competed in the last four
sports of the event, namely athletics, pole pushing, crossbow shooting, and
tug-of-war. Braving unfavourable weather, they showed strong determination to
have the best performance and set new records. Every competition attracted
great support from local fans, contributing to the success of the province’s
biggest sporting event.
A
competition of the women’s pole pushing category.
Spectators follow an event of the men’s crossbow
shooting category.
A tug-of-war competition at the provincial
Games.
An athlete in the javelin throw event.
A male athlete strives to have the best shot put
result.
Runners compete in the women’s 400m category.
The Games’ spirit of "Solidarity - Honesty -
Nobility - Progressiveness” can be seen in each competition.
With the theme "Hoa Binh- Confidently moving forward", the mascots welcoming the Year of the Snake are displayed at Hoa Binh Square, ensuring aesthetic beauty and imbued with national cultural identity. The works have received a positive welcome from the people, creating an exciting atmosphere for traditional Tet celebration and serving as a cultural and tourism highlight to attract visitors to Hoa Binh city and Hoa Binh province.
Hoa
Binh City is wearing a fresh, bright, green, clean and beautiful appearance
before the Spring of At Ty. Below are notes from Hoa Binh Newspaper reporters
in Hoa Binh City during the days leading up to Lunar New Year 2025.
Com Hamlet, Dong Lai Commune, Tan Lac district, was recognized as a traditional brocade weaving village in 2017 and has since established the Dong Lai Traditional Brocade Weaving and General Services Cooperative. Over the years, the revival of the brocade weaving craft has not only helped preserve traditional cultural values but also opened up economic development opportunities, providing income for residents.
The Ministry of Construction recently conducted an
appraisal and evaluation of the proposal to recognize Hoa Binh City as a Class
II urban area under Hoa Binh Province. The appraisal council agreed that Hoa
Binh City meets the criteria for a Class II urban area with a score of 84.16
out of 100. The city is currently focusing on improving its infrastructure,
enhancing its urban aesthetics, and aiming to become a modern urban area with a
unique identity.
Traditional costumes are cultural symbols of each
ethnic group, reflecting their customs and unique identities. Every pattern and
color on these outfits is a sophisticated blend of craftsmanship, folk
knowledge, and art. The traditional costumes of ethnic minorities in Hoa Binh
Province, such as the Muong, Thai, Tay, Dao, and Mong are not only used in daily life but also during
festivals and significant life ceremonies.
The atmosphere of Christmas (Noel) 2024 is
spreading from major cities to parishes, sub-parishes, and Catholic communities
throughout Hoa Binh Province. Christmas is now not only celebrated by Catholics
but also warmly welcomed by many people.