Brocade making has been central to the culture of ethnic minorities in Vietnam for thousands of years. Today, the craft is still maintained by these communities in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai as it is deeply imbued with distinctive characteristics of highlanders.
Located just a 5-hour drive from Hanoi, Ba Be Lake in the northern mountainous province of Bac Kan captivates visitors not only with its stunning natural landscapes but also with the warm hospitality of its people. The site is also known for its unique and delicious local dishes, one of which is “Pẻng phạ”, a traditional cake created by the Tày ethnic group.
Nguom Ngao Cave is located in a mountain in Gun village of Dam Thuy commune, Trung Khanh district, is a priceless asset that the nature has gifted to the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang.
The stone stilt houses with ancient appearance have created an ancient and legendary feature for Khuoi Ky village, Dam Thuy commune, Trung Khanh district in Cao Bang province.
As peach blossoms flaunt their deep pink colour on the threshold of spring, the melodies of folk music are everywhere in all the hamlets in the northern province of Lang Son.
More than 30 activities featuring local culture will take place during the second Culture – Sports – Tourism festival in the northern province of Lang Son, heard a press briefing on March 5.
Long Tong (going to the field) is the most typical agricultural festival of the Tay, a big ethnic minority group living in the northern mountain region with a population of over 1.6 million.
