Exploring the Beauty of Vietnamese Folk Culture

The Diversity and Richness of Folk Culture

Vietnamese folk culture is an incredibly rich and diverse treasure trove, formed and developed over thousands of years of history. It is the crystallization of the intellect, life experiences, and souls of the Vietnamese people, manifested in various forms such as: festivals, proverbs, folk songs, fairy tales, traditional music, performing arts,…

Traditional Festivals: The Essence of Folk Culture

Traditional festivals are an integral part of Vietnamese folk culture. Each festival carries its own meaning, linked to the history, beliefs, and lives of the community. From bustling village festivals to festivals with strong spiritual colors such as rain-praying festivals and harvest festivals, all express respect for ancestors, deities, and the desire for a peaceful and happy life.

Fairy Tales: A Treasury of Education and Entertainment

Vietnamese fairy tales are not only entertaining stories but also a valuable source of knowledge about the history, geography, society, and people of Vietnam. Stories with familiar characters like Saint Giong, Tam Cam, Son Tinh Thuy Tinh,… have entered the hearts of people and become an indispensable part of everyone’s childhood.

Proverbs and Folk Songs: The Wisdom of the People

Proverbs and folk songs are valuable lessons about life, ethics, and the life experiences of the Vietnamese people. Through concise and profound proverbs and folk songs, people can learn many useful things about love for their homeland, family affection, diligence, hard work, and compassion.

Preserving and Promoting Folk Culture

In the context of globalization, preserving and promoting Vietnamese folk culture is a crucial task. We need appropriate policies and measures to protect, preserve, and develop these valuable traditional cultural values, while promoting them to the world, contributing to enriching the treasure trove of human culture.

Preserving folk culture is not only the responsibility of functional agencies but also the responsibility of every Vietnamese citizen. Let’s join hands to preserve and promote the valuable traditional cultural values of our nation.