Practices of Then become ‘national brand of Vietnam’
Then folk performance is considered as an essential ritual practice in the spiritual life of the Tay, Nung, and Thai ethnic groups in Vietnam , mainly in 11 northern provinces including Tuyen Quang, Bac Giang, Bac Kan, Cao Bang, Ha Giang, Lang Son, Quang Ninh, Thai Nguyen, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, and Lao Cai. UNESCO Representative to Vietnam Christian Manhart (left) hands over UNESCO certificate accrediting Then practices as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity to Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Dao Cuong. Photo: VGP Contributing to tourism promotion Speaking at the ceremony to celebrate Then recognition by UNESCO in Tuyen Quang, President Nguyen Xuan Phuc said that inscription of Then practices in UNESCO list of heritages make this art form a “national brand” which can help spread among international friends the unique cultural heritage of the northern mountainous region of Vietnam , making this area more appealing to tourists. He also