Thai ethnic group
Customs and habits
The Thai worship their ancestors,
the heavens, the earth, ban, and "muong". They also hold rituals to
pray for good crops.The Thai live in houses built on stilts. Among the Black
Thai, they prefer roofs that are shaped like a tortoise carapace with
decorations called "khau cuts" at each ridge. A Thai man first lives
with his wife's family for several years until the couple has a child; they
then move to the house of the husband's family. The Thai organize funerals as a
farewell party to see off the dead to the other world.
Culture
The Thai language belongs to the
Tay-Thai Group. They have a valuable legacy of myths, legends, ancient tales,
versed stories, and folksongs. They like to sing and recite the
"khap" along with the accompaniment of string instruments and a dance
performance. Their folk dances such as "Xoe", "Sap",
"Han Khuong", and "Con" are reflection of the Thai's unique
cultural characteristics.
Costumes
The men have adopted the Kinh's
clothing style, while Thai women have retained their traditional clothes which
include short vests, long black skirts, scarves, and ornaments.
Economy
The Thai are experienced in
cultivating rice and orchards. They also breed cattle and poultry, make bamboo
articles, weave cloth, and produce ceramic ware.
