(HBO) – The north-western community-based tourism village festival took place in Mai Chau district, Hoa Binh province, on October 6-8. Nearly 400 artisans from 13 community-based tourism villages of 11 north-western provinces were brought together at the event to introduce the unique culture of the Muong, Thai, Mong, Dao, Tay and Ha Nhi ethnic groups, creating a lively picture for the festival. The traditional music, dances, and costumes along with the skilled hands of artisans and the taste of the corn wine created a colourful north-western region, leaving deep impression on visitors.
Community-based tourism village in Sung hamlet,
Cao Son commune, Da Bac district, introduces local specialties such as tea,
wood ear, and dried bamboo to visitors.
Nearly 100 photos capture tourism in Hoa Binh
and other north-western provinces.
A Thai ethnic woman from Lac hamlet, Chieng
Chau commune, Mai Chau district is brocading.
Community-based tourism village in Quynh Son
commune, Lang Son province, brings to the festival Then singing – the pride of
Tay ethnic culture.
Artisans from Ngoi village (Ngoi Hoa commune,
Tan Lac district) are weaving home appliances.
Foreign visitors are excited with souvenirs of
small gongs – which is deeply imbued with culture of the Muong ethnic people in
Hoa Binh
Community-based tourism village in Dien Bien
province is proud to introduce dresses and ornaments made by the Mong ethnic
women to visitors
Community-based tourism village in Xuan Son
commune, Tan Son district, Phu Tho province, is proud to introduce delicious
corn wine to visitors
Nestled halfway up the mountains in Cao Son commune, Da Bac district, Sung village appears like a picture preserved intact through generations. With a history of over 300 years, the village is home to nearly 100 households of Dao Tien ethnic group – the people who still maintain their distinctive characteristics in housing architecture, clothing, customs and traditional crafts. The village is drawing increasing interest and exploration from both domestic and international tourists, as every visit becomes a cultural journey to experience the authenticity, friendliness, and hospitality of this highland region.
This Spring, more than 1,000 phoenix trees in Thang Hamlet, Thach Yen Commune (Cao Phong) have bloomed brilliantly, quickly spreading on social media. The picturesque beauty of the flower garden has attracted the participation of many people to admire and take photos.
This belief is both a guiding principle and a lifelong ambition for Sa Van Cam, a member of the Tay ethnic group in Da Bac district and a passionate advocate for the Tay culture. The native has devoted years to the revival, preservation, and teaching of the ancient Tay script.
Located just 25 km from Hoa Binh city and approximately 100km from Hanoi, with a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes, Ngoi Hoa ecotourism site (PriorBay Resort) in Suoi Hoa commune, Tan Lac district, is a stunning peninsula retreat, and a standout destination within the Hoa Binh Reservoir tourism area. Officially opening in February this year, the resort captivates visitors with its distinctive vacation products and a range of exciting adventure experiences.
Over 1,500 women paraded in traditional ao dai (long dress) at Hoa Binh Square on March 5 to mark Ao Dai Week 2025 launched by the Vietnam Women's Union. Organised by the provincial Women’s Union in collaboration with the city’s chapter, the annual event features lively folk dance performances and a colorful parade that celebrated the beauty of Vietnam’s traditional dress and its rich cultural heritage.
With skillful and meticulous craftsmanship, H’Mong women in Pa Co Commune, Mai Chau district carefully carry out dozens of manual steps to weave skirts, bags, scarves… with vibrant colors. They continue to preserve the traditional brocade weaving, transforming these products into tourism goods while also promoting the H’Mong people's unique cultural beauty.
