Lao Lamvong dance named as World Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
The traditional Lao Lamvong dance has been inscribed as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, with official recognition being announced on December 5.
The traditional Lao Lamvong dance is widely practised among Lao people (Photo: Paxaxon)
Vientiane (VNA)♔ - The traditional Lao Lamvong dance has been inscribed as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, with official recognition being announced on December 5.
Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone expressed his joy and thanks to all those who helped to ensure that this age-old tradition could be officially recognised and worthy of global recognition.
The Lamvong has its roots in simple communities who liked to dance to celebrate the rice harvest. From ancient times, villagers growing paddy rice celebrated harvest time by dancing around a central bale of rice. Lam means dance and vong means to circle.
Over time, this simple style of dance evolved into today’s graceful routine that is considered the national dance, with the basic steps inculcated among members of the younger generation by their elders. It is also an essential part of every wedding party and often features at formal national events./.
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