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Which of the following cities is considered the largest in Vietnam?
Which of the following cities is considered the largest in Vietnam?
The architecture in Vietnam is solely influenced by its own historical development.
The architecture in Vietnam is solely influenced by its own historical development.
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Name the temple in Hanoi that is dedicated to Confucius.
Name the temple in Hanoi that is dedicated to Confucius.
Van Mieu
The type of ceramics made in the village of Bát Tràng is known as __________.
The type of ceramics made in the village of Bát Tràng is known as __________.
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Match the following types of Vietnamese ceramics with their descriptions:
Match the following types of Vietnamese ceramics with their descriptions:
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What is the primary purpose of the One Pillar Pagoda?
What is the primary purpose of the One Pillar Pagoda?
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Silk weaving in Myanmar dates back to the 11th century.
Silk weaving in Myanmar dates back to the 11th century.
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What is the traditional Vietnamese art form characterized by fluid lines and harmonious colors?
What is the traditional Vietnamese art form characterized by fluid lines and harmonious colors?
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The Hti is the finial ornament that tops almost all Burmese _______.
The Hti is the finial ornament that tops almost all Burmese _______.
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Match the following Myanmar handicrafts with their descriptions:
Match the following Myanmar handicrafts with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Vietnam
- Officially the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (SRV)
- 15th most populous country in the world
- Capital city is Hanoi, largest city is Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon)
Vietnamese Sculpture
- Heavily influenced by Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism
- Originating from neighboring countries China and India
- Examples found in houses, temples, and pagodas
Vietnamese Ceramics
- Refers to ceramic art and pottery, an industry
- Long history, thousands of years old, predating Chinese rule
- Archaeological evidence supports this long history
Types of Vietnamese Ceramics
- Bát Tràng: Porcelain and pottery from the village of Bát Tràng, now a suburb of Hanoi
- Chu Đậu: Ceramics discovered in Nam Sách County, east of Hanoi in 1983, leading to excavations from 1986 to 1991
- An'nan: Wares exported to Japan, used in tea ceremonies, though originally used for food. High-footed bowls were originally for food.
Dong Son
- Also called Heger Type I drum
- Ancient bronze drum created by the Đông Sơn culture
- Culture existed in the Red River Delta
Vietnamese Architecture
- Style evolved through historical development, absorbing and integrating regional and international styles
- Reflected in works like đình, shrines, temples, nhà thờ họ, citadels, palaces, and housing architecture
Van Mieu
- Temple dedicated to Confucius in Hanoi, northern Vietnam
- Built in 1070 during the reign of Emperor Lý Thánh Tông
- Hosted the Imperial Academy, Vietnam's first national university from 1076 to 1779
Imperial City
- Walled enclosure within the citadel of Huế
- Former imperial capital of Vietnam during the Nguyễn Dynasty
- Contains palaces for the imperial family, shrines, gardens, and villas for mandarins
One Pillar Pagoda
- Part of an architecture complex called Diên Hựu tự
- Means "pagoda of extended blessings"
- Historic Buddhist temple in the central Ba Đình district of Hanoi
Perfume Pagoda
- Group of temples and caves in the rocks of the limestone mountain Huong Tich Son (Mount of Fragrances)
- Most cave temples built in the 17th century
- Considered one of the most important temple complexes in Vietnam
Vietnamese Silk Painting
- Treasured art form encompassing centuries of cultural heritage and artistic expression
- Rooted in tradition, yet constantly evolving
- Captivates audiences with fluid lines, harmonious colors, and intricate details
Vietnamese Water Puppetry
- Traditional Vietnamese art form
- Dates back to the 11th century, originating in the villages of the Red River Delta
- Unique variation on ancient Asian puppet tradition
Myanmar
- Officially the Republic of the Union of Myanmar (also known as Burma)
- Capital city is Naypyidaw
Myanmar Tapestry
- Genuine Myanmar handicraft
- Gold embroidery called "Shwe-Chi-Htoe" in Burmese
- Flourished for a thousand years
- Earliest record from the Pyu Period around 800 AD
Myanmar Wood Carving
- Iconic Myanmar handicrafts
- Detailed sculptures of Buddhas
- Decorated chairs and tables lining artist stores throughout the country
Myanmar Gold Leaf
- Type of metal leaf, thin sheets of real gold
- Also called gold foil or gold leafing
Myanmar Silk
- Ancient Burma was renowned for silk fabrics
- Silk weaving is one of the country's main professions even today
Myanmar Umbrella
- "Hti" in Burmese, meaning umbrella
- Finial ornament atop almost all Burmese pagodas
- Auspicious symbol in Buddhism and Hinduism
Laos
- Officially the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR or LPDR)
- Capital is Vientiane
- Official language is Lao
Arts of Laos
- Visual, dramatic, musical, and literary arts draw primarily from religious and local traditional sources
- Theravada Buddhism and Hinduism have been major influences on Lao culture and intellectual life
Lao Textiles
- Weaving is the dominant form of artistic cultural expression
- Lao mothers pass weaving skills to their daughters as a sign of marriage eligibility
- Central Laos is known for natural indigo dyes and diamond patterns, symbolizing the protective scales of the mythical naga
Lao Handicrafts
- Laotians have various regional and rural art forms
- Including weaving, basketmaking, wood and ivory carving, silverwork, and goldwork
- Numerous musical instruments characteristic of rural, midland, and upland Lao minority communities
Lao Pottery
- Well-developed clay and ceramic pottery-making tradition
- Entire villages dedicated to creating clay objects using age-old methods and traditions
- Pottery-making is a main source of family income
Lao Sculpture
- Important artistic form
- Phra Bang (also Phrabang), meaning "delicate Buddha"
- Mystical national emblem, an 83 cm tall gold leaf statue, symbol of the right to rule Laos
Lao Architecture
- Graciously combines a variety of styles
- Creates buildings inspired by international styles and uniquely Lao styles
- Buddhist pagodas combine geometric shapes, straight lines and gentle curves for distinctive temples and monasteries.
Types of Lao Temple Construction
- Luang Prabang reflects an exceptional fusion of traditional Lao architecture and 19th and 20th century European-style buildings
- Vientiane style features large verandas, ornamented overhanging roofs, carved wood porticos and shades
- Xieng Khouang style has multiple levels, low wide sweeping roofs and usually not tiered. Thai Lu style whitewashed stucco walls, small windows, curved pediments, and naga lintels.
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Test your knowledge on the culture, architecture, and handicrafts of Vietnam and Myanmar. This quiz covers various aspects including traditions, historical sites, and local arts. See how well you understand the unique characteristics of these Southeast Asian countries.
