(HBO) - On August 27, the Department of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs held a performance program to celebrate the 74th National Day of September 2 and the 74th anniversary of the traditional day of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs (August 28, 1945 - August 28, 2019).
The "Radiant Vietnam" repertoire was performed by officials and teachers of Hoa Binh Economic - Technical College.
Cultural exchanges with the participation of over 100 actors are officials and employees
from 8 units of the Department of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs.
Nearly 20 performances of singing and dancing about the theme of the homeland and the country, love with the beloved Party and Uncle Ho.
Typical items such as: Radiant Vietnam, Road we go, The words of Muong land, About my hometown of Hoa Binh city ... have shown the affection of cadres, laborers of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs sector to the homeland , country; fostering the spirit of creative labor and effort in the work.
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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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