(HBO) – A delegation of Hoa Binh authorities, including representatives of the provincial departments of home affairs and public security, and the provincial Party Committee’s mass mobilization board, has visited the dioceses of Hanoi and Hung Hoa in the capital city ahead of the Christmas Day.
The
officials wished priests, pastors and followers in the two dioceses a merry
Christmas season.
On this occasion, they also congratulated Vu Van
Thien on assuming the post of Archbishop.
Representatives
of departments and sectors present gifts of the provincial Party Committee,
People’s Committee, People’s Council and Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee to
congratulate the Hanoi diocese on the Christmas celebrations.
On behalf of Catholic followers, priests of the
two dioceses thanked the Hoa Binh authorities for their Christmas greetings.
They wished all people peace and happiness,
adding that they will continue encouraging followers to comply with the Party’s
guidelines and policies and the State’s laws, actively take part in emulation
movements, lead a good secular and religious life, and join hands in
contributing to local socio-economic development./.
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.
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