(HBO) - In November 3rd, in Cao Phong district, Cao Phong’s Department of Culture and Information Department organized the exchange of Mo Muong Thang club of Cao Phong district with Mo Muong club of Tan Lac district and Mo Muong club of Lac Son district. There were the representatives of the leaders from the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, People's Committee of Cao Phong district, the representatives of the departments, branches, socio-political organizations of Cao Phong district, and many Mo Muong artisans and the club members attending the meeting.
The delegates are attending the meeting.
In Cao Phong district, Mo Muong Thang Club was established
under Decision No. 2312/QD-UBND, dated in August 13, 2021 of the District’s
People's Committee. Since then, the club has been trying to strengthen the
organization, actively implementing the activities, gradually becoming a common
roof gathering the shamen and the people who are really passionate about Mo
Muong on the land of Cao Phong – Muong Thang. Currently, there are 35 members
in the club, all of whom are active shamen, and the 8 most typical shamen have
been selected to prepare a dossier to request for the title of "Excellent
Artisan”.
like Mo Muong Thang Club, Mo Muong Club in Tan Lac and Lac
Son districts are actively working, demonstrating the core role in the process
of implementing the Project "Preserving and promoting the values of cultural
heritages of the ethnic groups in Hoa Binh province in the period of 2022 –
2025” in the locality. During the exchange program, the delegates spent a lot
of time discussing, sharing experiences, and proposing solutions to improve the
operational efficiency of the clubs in the coming time, which actively
contributes to preserving and developing Mo Muong cultural heritage in the
province.
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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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