Exchange and performance of Tug of War rituals and games - Representative intangible cultural heritage of humanity

HNP - On November 16, hundreds of men and women from many provinces and cities gathered at Tran Vu Temple (Long Bien Ward, Hanoi City) to perform the ceremony and participate in the Tug of War ritual and game. The exciting and attractive performances attracted a large number of people and tourists to attend, bringing a unique Heritage Performance Festival.

Delegates and representatives of tug-of-war communities offer incense at Tran Vu Temple, Long Bien Ward

The event is within the framework of the Thang Long - Hanoi Festival and the 10th anniversary of the Tug of War ritual and game being recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (2015-2025).

The Saint Worship Ceremony of the Tug of War Teams at Tran Vu Temple.

Speaking at the ceremony, Party Secretary - Chairman of Long Bien Ward People's Council Nguyen Manh Ha said that the program "Exchange and performance of UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage of humanity - Tug of War rituals and games" is a unique cultural event, converging folk traditions, community spirit and international friendship and cooperation.

Lion - Lion - Dragon performance to welcome the event performed by Long Nghia Duong art troupe.

Traditional Lion Mask Dance performed by an art troupe from Korea.

Delegates attending the flag-saluting ceremony

The Secretary of the Long Bien Ward Party Committee also emphasized that cultural heritage, especially intangible cultural heritage, is always an invaluable resource, contributing significantly to the socio -economic development of each locality, each country and each nation. Heritage not only represents tradition and cultural identity but is also the foundation for sustainable development today and tomorrow. This is also a major orientation established by Hanoi City in Resolution No. 09-NQ/TU on the development of cultural industry in the capital for the period 2021-2025, oriented to 2030, vision to 2045, which emphasizes the exploitation of heritage values ​​to create momentum for creative development, cultural tourism and enhance the position of the capital in the region as well as in the world.

Party Secretary - Chairman of Long Bien Ward People's Council Nguyen Manh Ha delivered the opening speech of the Program

In recent times, the work of preserving and promoting the value of Hanoi's intangible cultural heritage has achieved many important results, affirming the deep concern of all levels and sectors; at the same time, demonstrating the practical role of heritage in developing cultural industry, creating a foundation for the stable and sustainable development of the capital.

In 2015, "Tug of War Rituals and Games" was recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Along with the pride of the whole country, this is also a special honor for the Party Committee, government and people of Long Bien ward - where the typical sitting tug of war is preserved at Tran Vu temple.

Announcing the Decision to launch and giving flowers to congratulate tug-of-war communities

"With the attention of the City and Long Bien District (formerly), the government and people of Long Bien Ward have implemented many effective solutions to preserve and promote heritage values ​​such as: Restoring the Tug of War ritual in traditional festivals; promoting propaganda and promoting heritage through cultural and communication activities; coordinating research and establishing scientific records; focusing on educating the younger generation; and especially protecting cultural spaces and landscapes of relics associated with heritage such as the Tran Vu Temple - Cu Linh Pagoda complex", comrade Nguyen Manh Ha shared.

Representative of the Korean Community delivered a congratulatory speech

For the people of Long Bien, tug of war is not only a folk game but also a sacred religious ritual associated with Duc Thanh Huyen Thien Tran Vu and Duc Thanh Linh Lang Dai Vuong - gods who symbolize the strength, kindness and protection of nature. Every festival season, the cry of "tug of war" is not only the sound of joy but also the echo of the desire to control water, prevent floods, pray for national peace and prosperity, favorable weather and bountiful crops.

The Organizing Committee gives gifts to the communities

The program "Exchange and performance of Representative Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity - Tug-of-War Rituals and Games" is both a heritage performance activity and an open cultural forum to share between regions in the country and promote international cultural connections. This is an opportunity for people and tourists to feel the richness and diversity of Vietnamese culture, and at the same time learn valuable experiences in preserving and promoting intangible cultural heritage from international friends.

Performance of the Sitting Tug of War Community at Tran Vu Temple, Long Bien Ward, Hanoi City

Tug of war performance by communities

At the event, the public was immersed in the festival atmosphere with performances of various types of tug of war from localities such as: Sitting tug of war (Long Bien ward, Hanoi); Ngai Khe mine tug of war (Chieu My commune, Hanoi); Hoa Loan tug of war (Vinh Thanh commune, Phu Tho province); Phu Hao land tug of war (Vi Khe ward, Ninh Binh province); Tra Doai village pit rope tug of war (Kien Xuong commune, Hung Yen province).

In particular, the participation of representatives and members of tug-of-war communities from Korea and Cambodia created an atmosphere of international exchange, demonstrating the spirit of cooperation and sharing of experiences in heritage conservation.

Source: https://hanoi.gov.vn/tin-dia-phuong/giao-luu-trinh-dien-nghi-le-va-tro-choi-keo-co-di-san-van-hoa-phi-vat-the-dai-dien-cua-nhan-loai-4251116163924157.htm