An international martial arts festival has contributed to popularising
Vietnamese traditional martial arts both at home and abroad since it
took place in the birthplace of this practice, the central province
of Binh Dinh.
The event, from August 1-4, was the fifth and
largest of its kind. It drew more than 120 teams from 23 countries and
territories, said Deputy Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee
Mai Thanh Thang, head of the organising board.
A highlight of the festival was the recognition for the local martial arts as a National Culture Heritage.
Meanwhile, 97 teams were merited with gold medals for their outstanding performances.
Master Laaabi Hatim from Morocco said though he has joined the event
for the first time, Vietnam martial arts has been popular for the
past 30 years in his country.
The festival welcomed thousands of domestic and foreign spectators.-VNA