To prepare for the Ok Om Bok Festival, Khmer people prepare agricultural products that have been planted during the crop season: ripe sticky rice; rows of coconut trees with lots of fruit; gardens of ripe bananas; sweet potatoes and taro; colorful flowers... Photo: dangcongsan.vn[/caption] Besides the moon worship ritual, the Ok Om Bok festival is also notable for many rich folk cultural activities. One of the highlights of the festival is the Ngo boat race on the river, attracting the participation of hundreds of racers from the villages and communes. The sound of drums and cheers echo throughout the river, creating a vibrant and exciting atmosphere. The race not only demonstrates the strength and resilience of the Khmer people but is also a symbol of the spirit of solidarity and community cohesion. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="800"] 
Boat racing activities take place bustlingly during the Ok Om Bok festival in Soc Trang. Photo: Collected[/caption] Following the activities on the river, the festival space on the shore is also filled with colors and sounds. Traditional dances, ethnic musical instruments and folk games are held continuously, creating a cultural space rich in identity. In particular, the Apsara dances are graceful and soft like lotus petals blooming under the moonlight, giving viewers a feeling of lightness and serenity. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="800"] 
Khmer people in Tra Vinh province perform Kin nor dance. Photo: dangcongsan.vn[/caption] Not only stopping at cultural activities, Ok Om Bok festival also has deep spiritual meaning. The festival is an opportunity for Khmer people to remember their ancestors, thank the gods for protecting and sheltering the villagers. The worshiping rituals and peace-praying ceremonies are performed solemnly, with deep respect and gratitude. Through that, Khmer people send their prayers for a peaceful, prosperous and happy life. Ok Om Bok festival is not only an important cultural event of the Khmer people but also an opportunity for domestic and foreign tourists to explore, experience and immerse themselves in the unique cultural space. Moon worshiping rituals, Ngo boat races, folk cultural activities and traditional cuisine have created a vivid picture, truly reflecting the life and soul of the Khmer people. With its unique cultural values and profound spiritual significance, the Ok Om Bok festival is truly a precious gem in Vietnam's cultural heritage treasure.Hoang Anh
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