A wide range of attractive activities are being held at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Ha Noi from November 1-30, aiming to honour the cultural quintessence of Vietnamese ethnic groups.

Illustrative image (Source: VNA)

Themed ‘Great Unity – the cultural quintessence of Vietnamese ethnic groups’, activities will introduce visitors to folk songs, dances, cuisine, specialties and customs of the groups.

The highlight will be an art programme entitled ‘Huyen thoai loai hoa tam giac mach’ (The legend of Buckwheat Flower), with stories about the familiar flowers in the northern mountainous region. The programme will also feature songs praising the solidarity among the ethnic groups around the country.

Mong, Dao, Tay and Nung ethnic minority people will gather at an area to show unique cultural and culinary activities, including performances of Then singing and Tinh gourd lute by Tay and Nung ethnic groups, bell dance of Dao people and khen (pan-pipe) dance by Mong people. Visitors will also have the chance to join folk games.

In addition, Thai and Kho Mu ethnic minority groups will together reproduce their typical songs, dances as well as introduce traditional food that are cooked meticulously.

Notably, all ethnic groups at the Village will give performances with traditional musical instruments, folk games and handicrafts to connect with visitors.

(Source: VNA)