New rice celebration of Hmong people in Lao Cai

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Leaders of Pung Luong commune introduce locally grown ginseng products. Photo by courtesy/VNA
The festival not only attracts domestic tourists but also leaves a deep impression on international visitors. Photo: Tuan Anh - VNA
A banh day (sticky rice cake) pounding competition at the festival. Photo: Tuan Anh - VNA
The procession of the New Rice Celebration in Pung Luong commune. Photo: Tuan Anh - VNA
A worship ritual at the New Rice Celebration of the H’mong people in Pung Luong commune. Photo: Tuan Anh - VNA
A banh day (sticky rice cake pounding competition at the festival. Photo: Tuan Anh - VNA
Highland specialty stalls always attract visitors to the festival. Photo by courtesy/VNA
New rice celebration of Hmong people in Lao Cai
Pung Luong Commune (Lao Cai Province) jubilantly held its "New Rice Celebration" on September 26 - a traditional ritual rich in ethnic cultural identity and deep spiritual significance. This event serves as an opportunity for the community to preserve and promote traditional cultural values, while also showcasing the unique cultural beauty of the Hmong people to a wide range of domestic and international tourists. Photo: Tuan Anh - VNA