(HBO) – The Hoa Binh Department of Information and Communications, Department of Education and Training, and the People’s Committee of Tan Lac district jointly organized an exhibition showcasing documents on historical and legal evidence affirming Vietnam’s sovereignty over Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) Archipelagos at Tan Lac High School on April 8.
The exhibition introduced 171 maps and precious historical
documents on national sovereignty over Hoang Sa and Truong Sa, along with a 3D
digital exhibition.
Alongside, the organising board also held thematic seminars
on national sovereignty over seas and islands with the participation of
soldiers who have directly engaged in the safeguard of the national sovereignty
over seas and islands.
Visitors,
including many local students, at the exhibition.
The event was a chance for officials, Party members, public
servants, members of the Ho Chi Minh Youth Union, students and locals in the
district to get a better understanding of the current situation in the East
Sea, urging them to take specific and practical activities to promote the tradition
of patriotism and solidarity, as well as awareness of and responsibility in national
construction and defence.
The exhibition will open to the public until April 13.
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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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