Preserving the culture of the Tay Khao people.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life, the Tay Khao ethnic people in Dong Cuong commune remain steadfast and proactive in preserving their traditional cultural values by maintaining their stilt houses, costumes, customs, and community activities, contributing to the preservation of their ethnic identity.

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In the midst of modern life, the Tay Khao ethnic people in Dong Cuong commune still preserve and maintain their traditional stilt houses – places closely associated with the daily life, culture, and spirit of the community for many generations.

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Under the stilt house roof, the Tay Khao people gather to chat, share traditional customs and practices, thereby preserving and passing on cultural values naturally and enduringly through many generations.

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The elders of the Tay Khao people introduced and shared the value of traditional architecture along with cultural stories associated with each house and each wooden pillar.

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The traditional clothing of the Tay Khao people, with its muted colors and simple yet harmonious designs, clearly reflects the cultural identity and distinctive aesthetic values of the community.

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Cultural stories are passed down within the family space, creating a foundation for traditional values to continue to be preserved and promoted through generations.

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The images and patterns on the jewelry and objects of the Tay Khao people contain folk beliefs, reflecting the worldview and spiritual life of the community.

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The architectural details inside traditional stilt houses are carefully preserved by the Tay Khao people, reflecting folk knowledge and life experiences accumulated over many generations.


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The Tay Khao people practice their traditional dances. Each dance movement is meticulously passed down, contributing to fostering pride and a sense of preserving their cultural identity across generations.

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Dong Cuong commune launched the "Preserving the Ethnic Identity of the Tay Khao People" Club to preserve and promote the unique traditional cultural values of the Tay Khao people in the area.

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The Tay Khao people wear traditional clothing on important occasions, such as weddings, festivals, and village celebrations, contributing to preserving and spreading their ethnic identity in contemporary life.

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Preserving their cultural identity is how the Tay Khao community in Dong Cuong affirms its inherent value and creates a foundation for sustainable development in modern life.

https://baolaocai.vn/gin-giu-van-hoa-nguoi-tay-khao-post891348.html

Source: Le Nam (Lao Cai Online Newspaper), Wednesday, January 14, 2026 - 18:51 (GMT+7)

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