Preserving the beauty of Muong women’s traditional attire
Similar to women from other ethnic communities, the Muong ethnic people have their own unique outfits, with the outer blouse showcasing a variety of vibrant colours from Muong regions.
Muong ethnic women in Hoa Binh in their traditional outfits. (Photo: VNA)
Muong ethnic women wearing their traditional outfits in daily life. (Photo: VNA)
The outer blouse of Muong women has many different colours from Muong regions and is called Pắn, or “short shirt”. (Photo: VNA)
Accessories accompanying traditional Muong outfits include silver bracelets and beaded necklaces, with bracelets being a highlight. (Photo: VNA)
Muong ethnic women usually wear their traditional outfits at festivals and holidays as well as in daily life. (Photo: VNA)
The “Cong chieng”, or “gong”, is a traditional musical instrument of the Muong ethnic people, who consider it a treasure of their family and have strived to preserve it through the generations.
With a love for their hometown’s traditional craft, some Muong ethnic minority families in the northern Hoa Binh province have dedicated their time and effort to maintaining the traditional “do” paper production, helping to protect their longstanding culture from falling into oblivion.
Often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on Land,” the Hoa Binh Lake Tourist Area boasts a range of captivating attractions. With 47 islands, it offers fresh air, natural landscapes, and unique national cultural treasures that lure both domestic and international tourists. Join us to visit Thung Nai, a highlight of the Hoa Binh Lake Tourist Area.
In the olden days, poonah paper (known locally as dó paper) was made primarily for royal documents, altar paintings, and prayer books. Today, the craft of making dó paper is still being preserved by artisans. Join us on a visit to the Muong community in Hoa Binh province with the craft.
The traditional Khai Ha (going to the fields) Festival stands out as one of the most significant celebrations of the Muong people in the northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh, and takes place every new year in the early spring.
Muong ethnic women in Hoa Binh in their traditional outfits. (Photo: VNA) 
Muong ethnic women wearing their traditional outfits in daily life. (Photo: VNA) 
The outer blouse of Muong women has many different colours from Muong regions and is called Pắn, or “short shirt”. (Photo: VNA) 
Accessories accompanying traditional Muong outfits include silver bracelets and beaded necklaces, with bracelets being a highlight. (Photo: VNA) 
Muong ethnic women usually wear their traditional outfits at festivals and holidays as well as in daily life. (Photo: VNA) 
