Tiếng Việt

中文 / français / Deutsch / Bahasa Indonesia / 日本語 / ខ្មែរ / 한국어 / ພາສາລາວ / Русский / Español / ไทย / 中文 / français / Deutsch / Bahasa Indonesia / 日本語 / ខ្មែរ / 한국어 / ພາສາລາວ / Русский / Español / ไทย /

Tiếng Việt

Tiếng Việt

Monday, 19:22, 09/11/2026

A centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of Khmer community

VOV.VN - The Ghe Ca Hau is a traditional Khmer support boat used to carry senior Buddhist monks and respected community figures overseeing Ngo boat racing teams, as well as transporting food, drinking water, musical instruments and other supplies for the crews.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 1 — The boat preserved at Prek Ta Cuon Pagoda in Can Tho city, stands as a testament to the rich cultural life and festival traditions of the Khmer community.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 2 — Beyond its historical value, the boat features distinctive architectural and artistic elements that reflect the traditional craftsmanship of the Khmer people.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 3 — From the structure of its hull to its intricate decorative motifs, every detail showcases the skill and creativity of the craftsmen making it.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 4 — The boat also offers a glimpse into the aesthetic sensibilities and artistic traditions of earlier generations of Khmer artisans.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 5 — Preserved at the pagoda, the centuries-old boat offers a tangible link to Khmer customs, community life and festival traditions.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 6 — Intricate floral motifs carved and gilded against a rich red background highlight the exquisite craftsmanship and decorative artistry of the traditional Khmer boat.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 7 — Close-up details of the boat's ornate gold-painted carvings reveal the intricate patterns and decorative craftsmanship that distinguish traditional Khmer art.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 8 — Delicate floral reliefs, picked out in gold against a deep red background, reveal the intricate decorative artistry of the traditional boat.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 9 — Despite centuries of change, the boat's distinctive form and traditional ornamentation have been carefully preserved.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 10 — Carved from a single large tree trunk, the boat reflects the traditional boatbuilding skills and craftsmanship passed down through generations.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 11 — Local craftsmen work together to maintain and restore the traditional boat, ensuring that its distinctive structure and decorative features are preserved for future generations.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 12 — The boat is being restored and decorated ahead of its appearance at the Ok Om Bok – Ngo Boat Racing Festival.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 13 — Layers of peeling paint and weathered timber reveal the marks left by time on the centuries-old Khmer boat, bearing witness to its long history.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 14 — Weathered marks on the wooden hull bear witness to the boat's age, estimated at several hundred years.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 15 — Once an essential companion to Ngo racing teams, the boat remains part of the Khmer community's collective festival memory.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 16 — Its passage through time has only deepened its cultural significance, making its preservation an enduring part of safeguarding Khmer heritage.

a centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of khmer community picture 17 — Prek Ta Cuon Pagoda in Can Tho city continues to preserve the historic boat, safeguarding a distinctive part of Khmer cultural heritage for future generations.

VOV

Convergence of Essence brings craft heritage into contemporary art

Photos

Convergence of Essence brings craft heritage into contemporary art

VOV

Convergence of Essence brings craft heritage into contemporary art

Photos

Convergence of Essence brings craft heritage into contemporary art

Co To Island takes on a quieter charm in autumn

Photos

Co To Island takes on a quieter charm in autumn

Photos

60,000-seat PVF stadium takes shape after a year of construction

A centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of Khmer community

Photos

A centuries-old boat reflects cultural heritage of Khmer community

Vietnam marks 80 years of its first Constitution

Photos

Vietnam marks 80 years of its first Constitution