(HBO) - On the occasion of the 71st anniversary of the Invalids and Martyrs Day (27/7/1947 - 27/7/2018), in the evening of July 25th 2018, in Phu Luong Commune, The Youth Union of Lac Son District already organized the artistic exchange program with the theme of "Màu hoa đỏ”, which propagated revolutionary songs to mark the 71th anniversary of the Invalids and Martyrs Day and welcomed the youth members and people of Quyet Thang area to watch and cheer up.
A special performance in the exchange event
At the night of the exchange event, the Youth
Union members of Quyet Thang Commune brought nearly 20 special cultural
performances with the theme of praising the Party, Uncle Ho, expressing the
love for the homeland, praising those who sacrificed for the independence,
freedom of the Fatherland, praising the Youth Union organizations, etc. In
particular, there were many performances expressing the bold cultural identity
of Muong ethnic minority and the heroic Lacs Son homeland.
The cultural exchange program is a chance for
the younger generation of Lac Son district to revise the national heroic
tradition, expressing gratitude to the heroic sacrifices of heroes and
heroines, invalids and martyrs, Vietnamese heroic mothers, sick soldiers who
all have brought independence, freedom and peace for our today. On this
occasion, the Standing Committee of Lac Son District donated 05 gifts valued at
1.5 million VND to the families of Phu Luong commune's policy beneficiaries.
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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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