(HBO) - The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism has organized a Ceremony to present the title of State Honor "Excellent Artisan" in the intangible field.
Hoa Binh Province has 10 individuals which were awarded the title "Excellent Artisans".
Pursuant to the Decision No. 355/QD-CTN on March 8, 2019 of the President on conferring the title of State Honor "Excellent Artist" in the field of intangible objects. Hoa Binh Province has 10 individuals which were awarded the title "Excellent Artisans" for their outstanding contributions to preserving and promoting the intangible cultural heritage of the nation.
Including: Mr. Quach Van Dao in Sao Bay commune (Kim Boi); Mrs. Bach Thi Dao in Son Thuy commune (Kim Boi); Mr. Bui Dang Chieng in Kim Tien commune (Kim Boi); Mr. Nguyen Van Dan in Ha Bi commune (Kim Boi); Mr. Tran Manh Hung in Thanh Nong commune (Lac Thuy); Mr. Bui Ngoc Thuan in Thu Phong commune (Cao Phong); Mr. Luong Duc Chom in Trung Thanh commune (Da Bac); Mr. Ly Van Honh in Cao Son commune (Da Bac); Mr. Bui Van Khan in Phong Phu commune (Tan Lac) and Mr. Dinh Cong Tinh in My Hoa commune (Tan Lac).
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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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