(HBO) - In Hoa Binh City, Hoa Binh Union of Literature and Arts and that of Lao Cai have collaborated to organize the opening ceremony of the exhibition of art photographic works by photographic artists from 2 provinces of Hoa Binh and Lao Cai.
The representatives from the Union of Literature and Arts of Hoa Binh and Lao Cai provinces are visiting the exhibition.
More than 100 typical photographic works, which are beautiful frames describing the landscapes, the daily life, and the culture of ethnic minorities in Lao Cai and Hoa Binh, have been introduced at the exhibition. These are the images of the fascinating nature on Fansiphan's peak (the roof of Indochina), the terraced fields with different layers, the peaceful villages, the gracious smiles of girls, the clear eyes of of children, the joy of bumper crop of corn and rice, the excitement of folk games deeply imbued with ethnic identities ...
This is an occasion for the photographers in the two provinces of Hoa Binh and Lao Cai to discuss and exchange professional skills to improve the quality of creative works, promoting the images of the homeland and people of each province. The works have been exhibited for a long time at the Bep Muong Restaurant - on Da Giang Street (Hoa Binh City) to promote to the people and tourists. After the opening ceremony, the photographers from Lao Cai and Hoa Binh provinces made a field trip to compose photos in some areas of Hoa Binh province. Thereby, the photographic works will be selected to be displayed at the upcoming week of Culture and Tourism in Hoa Binh Province in 2019.
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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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