Van Yen district to host first Chau Van singing competition in October
- Wednesday, October 11, 2023
YBO - In an effort to promote the cultural and religious values of Mother Goddess worship, which has been recognised by UNESCO as part of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity, Van Yen district will host its first-ever competition of Chau van (ritual singing performed during rituals to honor Mother Goddess and related gods) at the Dong Cuong temple in the commune of the same name from October 23 to 25.
A spirit medium performed in a mother goddess worship ritual at Dong Cuong temple.
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