An Giang, July 27 -- Every summer, Khmer pagodas across the Mekong Delta province of An Giang open free Khmer language classes for children.

These classes equip young learners with reading and writing skills, preserving the unique cultural heritage of the Khmer ethnic community.

As the summer takes hold in Ta Mum pagoda in Dinh Hoa commune, the tranquil pagoda grounds come alive with the voices of children practising Khmer spelling and reading.

This summer, nearly 200 students aged 5 to 15 are enrolled in the pagoda's classes. Around 100 students study directly at the pagoda, while the others attend lessons at a nearby primary school.

Third grader Danh Ut said that he is overjoyed to come to the pagoda every summer with his friends to...