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Lai Chau to host cultural festival for ethnic minority groups

The first cultural festival of ethnic groups with populations of fewer than 10,000 will take place in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau from November 3-5.
Lai Chau to host cultural festival for ethnic minority groups ảnh 1Bo Y ethnic minority group (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - The first cultural festival of ethnic groups withpopulations of fewer than 10,000 will take place in the northern mountainous provinceof Lai Chau from November 3-5.

Participating in the festival will be people representing 14 ethnic minorities,namely the peoples of O Du, Brau, Ro Mam, Pu Peo, Si La, Cong, Bo Y, Co Lao, Mang, Lo Lo,Chut, Lu, Pa Then and Ngai from 13 northern, central and Central Highlandsprovinces.

The festival will feature a vibrant array of events,including performances of traditional cultural rituals of ethnic groups, agrand cultural festival, and a showcase of traditional ethnic costumes.

It not only celebrates the rich culturalheritage of Vietnam’s ethnic minorities but also nurtures patriotic values,instills a sense of national pride, and fosters unity.

The festival is also chance for Lai Chau to promote itsunique cultural identity and attract more tourists./.
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