Exploring the Beauty of Vietnamese Folklore

Legends and Stories

Vietnamese folklore is a priceless treasure, passed down through thousands of years of history. Legends and stories not only explain the origin of natural objects and phenomena but also reflect the worldview and philosophy of the Vietnamese people. From the legends of Son Tinh and Thuy Tinh, An Duong Vuong and Mi Chau Trong Thuy, to stories about gods and national heroes, each story contains profound lessons about courage, wisdom, justice, and love.

Folk Songs, Proverbs, and Folk Poetry

Folk songs, proverbs, and folk poetry are distinctive forms of folk art, reflecting the soul, emotions, and intellect of the Vietnamese people. Folk poetry, with its concise and evocative verses, expresses love for homeland, country, love between couples, and family affection. Proverbs, with their short, imagery-rich phrases, summarize life experiences and the philosophy of life of the folk. Folk songs, with their melodious and heartfelt melodies, reflect the life, activities, and emotions of the people.

Special Folk Songs

Folk song melodies like Ho Quang Nam, Ly Con Sao, Ho Nghe Tinh… each region has its own melodies, reflecting the characteristic culture of each locality. These are precious intangible cultural heritages that need to be preserved and promoted.

Festivals and Customs

Festivals are an indispensable part of the spiritual and cultural life of the Vietnamese people. From major festivals such as Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year), Gioi Festival, to smaller local festivals, each festival has its own meaning, reflecting the beliefs and customs of the community. Customs such as ancestor worship, weddings, and funerals… are passed down through generations, demonstrating the respect, filial piety, and morality of the Vietnamese people.

Folk Arts

Vietnamese folk art is extremely rich and diverse, including art forms such as Dong Ho paintings, Hang Trong paintings, Bat Trang ceramics, embroidery… Each art form has its own unique features, showing the talent and skill of the artisans. Folk art products are not only beautiful works of art but also vivid evidence of the development of Vietnamese folk culture.

Preserving and Promoting Folklore

Preserving and promoting folklore is the responsibility of every Vietnamese citizen. We need to actively learn, research, and promote the value of folklore, contributing to preserving and developing these precious cultural heritages for future generations.