The Paper-Making Craft of the Mong Ethnic Group
For years, the Mong ethnic group has been known for the craft of making paper, which are not used for printing books or writing, but for spiritual and religious activities. The paper serves as an offering, showing the gratitude of the Mong people to their ancestors.
Enjoying the Gau Tao Festival
The Gau Tao Festival of the Mong Ethnic people in Muong Khuong, Lao Cai Province is held annually from January 3-6 of the lunar calendar. It is an age-old rite revealing the cultural features of the locals.
Mong textile patterns recognized as intangible cultural heritage
Cloth weaving has long been a proud traditional craft of the Mong ethnic people in Vietnam’s mountainous areas. The Mong’s traditional textile patterns have been recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Mong people’s handicraft weaving preserved to boost tourism
Authorities and residents in northern Vietnam have vowed to preserve the cultural traditions of the ethnic Mong people.
A view into the unique Pa Co brocade market of Son La province
Located on the way to Moc Chau district, the Pa Co brocade market in the northern mountainous province of Son La provides tourists with a special experience, with the site only open on Sundays.
