In the afternoon of September 27, the Provincial Museum collaborated with the Culture and Information Department and the Department of Education and Training of Hoa Binh City to organize a promotional event to introduce the outstanding cultural heritage values of the city at Phuc Tien Primary and Secondary School in Quang Tien Commune.
At the event,
the representatives and the students from Phuc Tien Primary and Secondary
School were introduced to the significant cultural heritage sites in Hoa Binh
City.
Currently, Hoa
Binh City has 03 nationally recognized heritage sites, 09 provincially
recognized sites, 11 sites listed by the Provincial People's Committee for
inventory, and hundreds of other sites being well-protected and promoted for
their value. Additionally, the traditional festivals of Muong and Dao ethnic
groups have contributed to the unique cultural identity of this region.
During the
event, over 200 students were introduced to the several notable heritage sites
in Hoa Binh City, such as Hoa Binh Prison historical site in Tan Thinh Ward,
the historical site of the Political Training and Pre-Congress II of the Lao
People's Party in Dan Chu Ward, the scenic Tiên Phi Cave in Tan Hoa Ward, and
Su Ngoi Temple in Quynh Lam Ward...
This promotional
event aimed to provide the students with basic knowledge and a deep
understanding of the core values of local cultural heritage. It also sought to
raise the awareness among the students and the younger generation about the
importance of preserving and promoting the cultural heritage passed down from
their ancestors, contributing to the building of "friendly schools and active
students”.
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 This effort requires not only protecting the cultural identity but also eliminating outdated customs and developing a modern cultural lifestyle, contributing to sustainable values for the Muong community in Hoa Binh province.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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