Competitors from Ho Chi Minh City and the southern provinces of BinhDuong, Dong Nai, An Giang, Dong Thap, Hau Giang, and Vinh Long and CanTho cityperformed in team and individual categories.
The PhuocAnh Duong troupe from Binh Duong won first prizes for its fabulouseffort, while two troupes from the hosts claimed glory in the lionpole-climbing dance category for individuals and teams.
Visitors were also treated to an amazing performance by a Thai lion dance troupe.
Lion dragon dancing is a traditional form of performance – a symbolof luck, prosperity, security and good health during festive events,especially the Lunar New Year.
It has become widespread not only in Vietnam but in many Southeast Asian and East Asian countries.-VNA