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28/11/2019

Wedding rituals of the Bo Y

(VOVWORLD) - After spring dating, when cold wind begins to blow, young ethnic boys and girls in the northwest mountain region decide to get married. The Bo Y in Muong Khuong district, Lao Cai province, observe wedding rituals different from those of other ethnic groups.

Wedding rituals of the Bo Y

Wedding rituals of the Bo Y

(VOVWORLD) - After spring dating, when cold wind begins to blow, young ethnic boys and girls in the northwest mountain region decide to get married. The Bo Y in Muong Khuong district, Lao Cai province, observe wedding rituals different from those of other ethnic groups.

25/11/2019

Ancient Thai language preserved

(VOVWORLD) - In modern society, the traditional culture and particularly the ancient language of the Thai people has been increasingly neglected. In an effort to preserve the language, Dien Bien province has opened classes to teach ancient Thai writing.

Ancient Thai language preserved

Ancient Thai language preserved

(VOVWORLD) - In modern society, the traditional culture and particularly the ancient language of the Thai people has been increasingly neglected. In an effort to preserve the language, Dien Bien province has opened classes to teach ancient Thai writing.

12/11/2019

Brass pot, a necessary item of Thai families

(VOVWORLD) - All Thai families in Vietnam’s northern mountainous region have a brass pot. It’s not only cookware but a symbol of prosperity.

Brass pot, a necessary item of Thai families

Brass pot, a necessary item of Thai families

(VOVWORLD) - All Thai families in Vietnam’s northern mountainous region have a brass pot. It’s not only cookware but a symbol of prosperity.

05/11/2019

Ok Om Bok Festival of the Khmer

(VOVWORLD) - The Khmer in Vietnam’s southern region are celebrating the Ok Om Bok or Moon Worship Festival. After the harvest, they hold the Ok Om Bok Festival to honor the Moon, a supernatural power, for protecting their crops, regulating the weather, and blessing them with fruitful crops and prosperity.

Ok Om Bok Festival of the Khmer

Ok Om Bok Festival of the Khmer

(VOVWORLD) - The Khmer in Vietnam’s southern region are celebrating the Ok Om Bok or Moon Worship Festival. After the harvest, they hold the Ok Om Bok Festival to honor the Moon, a supernatural power, for protecting their crops, regulating the weather, and blessing them with fruitful crops and prosperity.

01/11/2019

Music in wedding ritual of Red Dao in Lao Cai province

(VOVWORLD) - For the Red Dao, a ceremonial music band is an important part of happy events such as wedding ceremonies. The cheerful sound of clarinets and drums expresses the joy of the bride, bridegroom, and their guests.

Music in wedding ritual of Red Dao in Lao Cai province

Music in wedding ritual of Red Dao in Lao Cai province

(VOVWORLD) - For the Red Dao, a ceremonial music band is an important part of happy events such as wedding ceremonies. The cheerful sound of clarinets and drums expresses the joy of the bride, bridegroom, and their guests.

15/10/2019

Traditional clothes of the Nung

(VOVWORLD) - The indigo clothes of the Nung in Cao Bang province are distinguishable from others by their designs, which have very few decorations or embroidery. Nung clothing reflects their culture and customs.

Traditional clothes of the Nung

Traditional clothes of the Nung

(VOVWORLD) - The indigo clothes of the Nung in Cao Bang province are distinguishable from others by their designs, which have very few decorations or embroidery. Nung clothing reflects their culture and customs.

08/10/2019

Rock stilt houses of Tay ethnic people in Cao Bang province

(VOVWORLD) - Khuoi Ky village in Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province, is famous for its stilt houses built of rocks and its tradition of worshipping the Rock God.

Rock stilt houses of Tay ethnic people in Cao Bang province

Rock stilt houses of Tay ethnic people in Cao Bang province

(VOVWORLD) - Khuoi Ky village in Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province, is famous for its stilt houses built of rocks and its tradition of worshipping the Rock God.

01/10/2019

Weaving – traditional craft of Tay ethnic minority

(VOVWORLD) - Brocades are typical weaving and sewing products of the Tay people in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang. They are well-known for their colorful patterns which have been passed from generation to generation. The craft is most active in Phu Ngoc commune, Ha Quang district.

Weaving – traditional craft of Tay ethnic minority

Weaving – traditional craft of Tay ethnic minority

(VOVWORLD) - Brocades are typical weaving and sewing products of the Tay people in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang. They are well-known for their colorful patterns which have been passed from generation to generation. The craft is most active in Phu Ngoc commune, Ha Quang district.

24/09/2019

Sour pork – specialty of Muong ethnic minority in Phu Tho province

(VOVWORLD) - Sour pork is a specialty of the Muong ethnic minority living in Thanh Son district, Phu Tho province, in Vietnam’s northern midland. This is the mainstay of the Muong people’s Lunar New Year feast.

Sour pork – specialty of Muong ethnic minority in Phu Tho province

Sour pork – specialty of Muong ethnic minority in Phu Tho province

(VOVWORLD) - Sour pork is a specialty of the Muong ethnic minority living in Thanh Son district, Phu Tho province, in Vietnam’s northern midland. This is the mainstay of the Muong people’s Lunar New Year feast.

16/09/2019

Fire dance of Red Dao in Dien Bien province

(VOVWORLD) - Dien Bien province is home to about 6,000 Dao people of the Red Dao, Dao Quan Chet, and Dao Khau branches. The Dao observe many religious and cultural ceremonies and festivals. Worthy of note is their Fire Dance Festival. Today VOV will spotlight the fire dance of the Red Dao in Huoi Sau hamlet, Nam Pho district.

Fire dance of Red Dao in Dien Bien province

Fire dance of Red Dao in Dien Bien province

(VOVWORLD) - Dien Bien province is home to about 6,000 Dao people of the Red Dao, Dao Quan Chet, and Dao Khau branches. The Dao observe many religious and cultural ceremonies and festivals. Worthy of note is their Fire Dance Festival. Today VOV will spotlight the fire dance of the Red Dao in Huoi Sau hamlet, Nam Pho district.