Cao Bang Geopark

Crafting the Tinh gourd lute - preserving the traditional culture of the Tay and Nung ethnic groups in Cao Bang

The Tinh lute (locally known as Tinh Tau) is a traditional musical instrument deeply rooted in the spiritual and cultural life of the Tay and Nung ethnic groups in Cao Bang, as well as some other ethnic communities in the northern mountainous provinces of Vietnam. The craft of making the Tinh lute has a long-standing history and has been diligently preserved by the Tay and Nung people through generations. This tradition plays an important role in safeguarding cultural values closely associated with Then singing-an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity recognized by UNESCO.

• 2025 Annual Conference of the Sub-Committee for Vietnam UNESCO Global Geoparks
• Lang Son receives UNESCO Global Geopark Designation