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Knowledge articles (5)

Ok Om Bok Festival: The Moon Worship and Ghe Ngo Race of the Khmer People in Southern Vietnam

Discover the Ok Om Bok festival (Moon worship) of the Khmer people in Southern Vietnam: its origins, rituals at home and pagodas, and the unique Ghe Ngo boat race in Tra Vinh.

Ethnic minority belief

Beliefs and Festivals of the Khmer Krom People

Theravada Buddhism sits at the center of Khmer Krom spiritual life, with the village pagoda and major festivals such as Chol Chnam Thmay and Ok Om Bok.

Traditional festivals

What Types of Traditional Festivals Are There in Vietnam?

An overview of traditional Vietnamese festivals: agricultural, religious, commemorative, and ethnic festivals. Classification, meaning, and cultural value.

Ethnic minority customs

The Hand-Tying Ceremony in Khmer Weddings in Southern Vietnam

Discover the hand-tying ceremony in Khmer weddings in Southern Vietnam: spiritual meaning, steps, roles of elders and monks, and changes in modern life.

Traditional festivals

Traditional Boat Racing Festivals in Vietnam: The Spirit of Rivers and Communal Strength

Explore the cultural significance, rituals, and uniqueness of traditional boat racing festivals across Vietnam, from Kien Giang river to other regions.