Exhibition showcasing beauty of Mekong Delta held in Hanoi

by PV/VTV18 November 2015 Last updated at 13:59 PM

VTV.vn - As part of the Mekong Delta Culture and Tourism Week, the exhibition on Colours of the Culture and Tourism of the Mekong Delta was held at the Vietnam exhibition centre for culture and arts on Monday.

Boats at Can Tho’s floating markets, traditional musical instruments of the Khmer people in Soc Trăng Province, and many other typical traits of Mekong Delta provinces were on display. This is the first time all 13 provinces of the delta have gathered in a cultural event held in Hanoi.

"We hope to bring the unique cultural traits of the Mekong Delta region closer to people in Hanoi. The event also provides an opportunity for people to experience the places that they have yet to visit", Duong Van Quynh, the organiser said.

Exhibition goers also enjoyed an art performance featuring traditional singing and dancing originating from the Mekong Delta provinces. Don ca tai tu, which was recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, entertained audiences.

"We want to promote our typical music to Hanoi residents, so that they will have a deeper understanding about our culture", Nguyen Thanh Truc from Bac Lieu City said.

The exhibition aims to promote the delta's tourism potential and typical cultural values. The event will run until November 19th.

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