Nam Dinh Pho and Quang noodles become national intangible cultural heritages

This morning, August 12th, the Standing Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Nam Dinh province, Tran Anh Dung, announced that the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has issued Decision No. 2326/QD-BVHTTDL on the announcement of Nam Dinh pho as a national intangible cultural heritage.

Accordingly, Nam Dinh pho has been included by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in the list of National Intangible Cultural Heritage under the category of folk knowledge, meeting all the criteria: It is representative, reflecting the identity of the community and locality; it reflects cultural diversity and human creativity, passed down through many generations; it has the potential for restoration and long-term survival; and it is nominated and protected by the community with consensus and voluntary commitment.

Nam Dinh pho has been recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage.

Nam Dinh is known as the birthplace of pho, with many villages and families selling pho scattered throughout the province. Notable examples include Van Cu, Giao Cu, and Tay Lac (Dong Son commune, Nam Truc district), and Thach Bi and Phuc Tho (Nam Thai commune, Nam Truc district).

For a long time, Nam Dinh pho has been a popular dish in Vietnamese culinary culture, enjoyed by many people not only domestically but also in many countries around the world .

The recognition of Nam Dinh pho as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage is the initial step for the Government to submit a proposal to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for consideration and inscription of Nam Dinh pho on the list of Representative Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Therefore, the study proposes solutions for preserving and promoting the intangible cultural heritage of Nam Dinh pho; continuing to promote and publicize the culinary heritage of Nam Dinh pho; and strengthening state management of the heritage. Simultaneously, it emphasizes enhancing the role and responsibility of all levels of government, culinary associations, and the community in preserving and protecting the unique brand and product of Nam Dinh's land and people.

On the same day, the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Quang Nam province announced that the craft of making Quang noodles has also been included in the list of National Intangible Cultural Heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

According to Mr. Nguyen Thanh Hong, Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Quang Nam province, the inclusion of the Quang noodle making craft in the list of National Intangible Cultural Heritage has affirmed the cultural value of folk knowledge. This will promote the preservation and development of the Quang noodle culinary culture, attracting tourists and developing local tourism and economy.

The craft of making Quang noodles has been added to the list of National Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Previously, the People's Committee of Quang Nam province sent a document to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism requesting that the craft of making Quang noodles be included in the list of national intangible cultural heritage.

According to the Quang Nam Provincial People's Committee, the Quang Nam noodle-making craft embodies the unique culinary values ​​of the locality. Quang Nam noodles followed the footsteps of migrants on their journey southward, readily accepting any ingredients along the way to adapt and transform, creating a diverse range of flavors in the cuisine.

This is a culinary product with many variations, highlighting the characteristics of folk culture; a rare dish that can satisfy all types of diners; a rustic dish that embodies the historical development and folk knowledge of the Quang Nam region.

VN (according to Vietnamnet)

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