Echoes of the sea: Hạ Long revives singing tradition

VietnamNews - Sep 30, 2026

Following a temporary hiatus, traditional 'hát giao duyên' singing has officially returned to Cửa Vạn floating village. The revival of this centuries-old call-and-response singing marks a vital step in preserving the bay's living heritage.

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