Southern Soul Embodied: 'Ao Ba Ba' Exhibition Opens in Ho Chi Minh City
The Southern Women's Museum in Ho Chi Minh City has opened a special exhibition titled 'Ao Ba Ba - Southern Soul.' Featuring over 300 artifacts, the display traces the journey of the traditional 'ao ba ba' garment from its historical roots through wartime to the present day, highlighting its connection to the spirit of Southern Vietnamese women.
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