Attempts made to preserve culture of Phu La ethnic group

The Phu La are an ethnic minority group mostly residing in the districts of Xin Man, Hoang Su Phi and Quang Binh in the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang. For generations, the Phu La people have lived off what nature has to offer. This style of living, however, has been challenged by modern life, requiring determined attempts at preservation.

Phu La women are exceptionally gorgeous, dressed at festivals and ceremonies in lovely traditional costumes they hand-made themselves. The craft has been practiced for generations, and Phu La women are keen to teach their kids how to make these embroidered costumes to keep the fire burning.

Living off Mother Nature, her majestic echoes and sharp sounds have been embedded in Phu La folk music. Their songs are rich in themes, from love songs to storytelling, and have been sung for generations after being constantly passed down from the elderly to the young.

In addition to the efforts of the Phu La people, local authorities have also paid regard to preserving Phu La culture by organising classes and clubs specialising in their indigenous practices. In doing so, their culture is nurtured and local tourism is promoted, as such activities offer a new charm to Xin Man district./.

VNA