Mo Muong folk performance ritual becomes national intangible cultural heritage
The Mo Muong folk performance ritual, which is closely related to the daily life of the Muong ethnic group in the mountainous northwest districts of Ba Vi, Thach That, and Quoc Oai in Hanoi, has been recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. The uniqueness of Mo Muong Ritual A Thay Mo , or shaman is practicing the Mo Muong Ritual. Photo: Quan doi Nhan dan Newspaper According to Vietnamese folklore researcher Dang Hoanh Loan, Mo Muong Ritual is considered a precious cultural heritage of the Muong ethnic group that is in danger of being lost. “This art form is usually performed by Thay Mo , or shamans, who play an important role in the spiritual life of the Muong ethnic group in northern Vietnam,” he explained. “It is believed that Muong people will be protected and blessed by their ancestors through Mo Muong rites on important occasions such as childbirth ceremonies, building a house, or funerals,” he adde