The movement "All people unite to build cultural life" has become a cornerstone of community development in Lac Son district, aligning with national rural development goals and local patriotic initiatives.
A shining example of this effort is Hau Nghi street in Vu Ban town, where 338 households from four ethnic groups work together to enhance both their living conditions and social environment. The residents have embraced initiatives that foster economic growth, environmental sustainability, and lawfulness.
In 2023, the street's average per capita income exceeded 58 million VND (2,400 USD), reflecting the tangible benefits of their collective efforts.
Thuong Coc commune, where 98% of its population are Muong ethnics, has also strongly adopted the movement. Local authorities have promoted cultural preservation by forming 14 art performance teams and various clubs aimed at sustaining traditional practices.
A standout project in Cao hamlet saw the installation of streetlights and the creation of 600 meters of flower-lined roads, transforming the hamlet’s appearance while fostering community spirit.
Nguyen The Hung, head of Lac Son's culture department, emphasised that the movement has been instrumental in preserving the local cultural heritage, including Muong gongs, folk traditions, and other intangible asset.
By promoting cultural unity across different ethnic groups, the initiative has bolstered both social cohesion and economic development.
In 2023, 88.5% of residential areas and 86.6% of households in Lac Son were recognized as cultural communities, underscoring the movement's broad impact on the district’s progress and stability.
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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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