After spring dating, when cold wind begins to blow, young ethnic boys and girls in the northwest mountain region decide to get married. The Bo Y in Muong Khuong district, Lao Cai province, observe wedding rituals different from those of other ethnic groups.

For the Red Dao, a ceremonial music band is an important part of happy events such as wedding ceremonies. The cheerful sound of clarinets and drums expresses the joy of the bride, bridegroom, and their guests.

(Photo: giaoduc.net.vn)

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/colorful-vietnamvietnams-54-ethnic-groups/music-in-wedding-ritual-of-red-dao-in-lao-cai-province-797578.vov

In modern society, the traditional culture and particularly the ancient language of the Thai people has been increasingly neglected. In an effort to preserve the language, Dien Bien province has opened classes to teach ancient Thai writing.

Pic: Teacher Lo Van Cu teaches ancient Thai  language.

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/colorful-vietnamvietnams-54-ethnic-groups/ancient-thai-language-preserved-803769.vov

Khuoi Ky rock village in Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province has enchanted many visitors with its architecture of stilt houses built from rocks and the local Tay ethnic people’s culture and lifestyle. The village has changed gradually thanks to homestay services.

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/village-life/khuoi-ky-rock-village-offers-communitybased-tourism-services-797427.vov

- The ethnic Black Thai of Vietnam’s northwestern region value the Pieu scarf as a symbol of love and an important clothing accessory for women. All Black Thai women can weave and embroider Pieu scarves.

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/colorful-vietnamvietnams-54-ethnic-groups/love-in-pieu-scarf-of-thai-women-795275.vov

The indigo clothes of the Nung in Cao Bang province are distinguishable from others by their designs, which have very few decorations or embroidery. Nung clothing reflects their culture and customs.

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/colorful-vietnamvietnams-54-ethnic-groups/traditional-clothes-of-the-nung-792579.vov

The Bo Y have the smallest population of the 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam and live in the northern border province of Ha Giang. During the year, the Bo Y people in Quan Ba district, Ha Giang province have various agricultural rituals to express their gratitude to the deities and ancestors for bumper crop and prosperity. (picture: Lao Cai Newspaper)

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/sunday-show/agricultural-rituals-and-wedding-customs-of-the-bo-y-ethnic-people-712652.vov

- Khuoi Ky village in Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province, is famous for its stilt houses built of rocks and its tradition of worshipping the Rock God.

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/colorful-vietnamvietnams-54-ethnic-groups/rock-stilt-houses-of-tay-ethnic-people-in-cao-bang-province-790840.vov

Lai Chau province in the Northwestern region of Vietnam is known for its magnificent landscapes, rich culture, and great tourist attractions, such as Sin Suoi Ho village, Hoang Lien National Park, the Tien Son Caves, and Ta Leng pine forest. It’s said that this is now the best time to come here and explore the province’s attractions.

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/sunday-show/sin-suoi-ho-village-ta-leng-pine-forest-features-magnificent-scenery-ethnic-culture-736937.vov

- Brocades are typical weaving and sewing products of the Tay people in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang. They are well-known for their colorful patterns which have been passed from generation to generation. The craft is most active in Phu Ngoc commune, Ha Quang district.

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/colorful-vietnamvietnams-54-ethnic-groups/weaving-traditional-craft-of-tay-ethnic-minority-788618.vov