(HBO) - Hang Kia commune (Mai Chau) lies entirely under a small valley. Reaching Hang Kia, visitors will discover the around roads and experience the unique features on the costumes of the people here. Meeting the small children, tourists will feel and see the natural and carefree features of the small children in the village. The panorama of Hang Kia commune is full of poetic beauty. It is the innocence and carefree of the children of Thung Mai village. The women of Mong ethnic group often make the traditional costumes with the bold cultural characteristics and they have become the traditional products attracting tourists. Visitors experience the traditional culture of the Hang Kia valley.
Hoa Binh City is wearing a fresh, bright, green, clean and beautiful appearance before the Spring of At Ty. Below are notes from Hoa Binh Newspaper reporters in Hoa Binh City during the days leading up to Lunar New Year 2025.
The Ministry of Construction recently conducted an appraisal and evaluation of the proposal to recognize Hoa Binh City as a Class II urban area under Hoa Binh Province. The appraisal council agreed that Hoa Binh City meets the criteria for a Class II urban area with a score of 84.16 out of 100. The city is currently focusing on improving its infrastructure, enhancing its urban aesthetics, and aiming to become a modern urban area with a unique identity.
Traditional costumes are cultural symbols of each ethnic group, reflecting their customs and unique identities. Every pattern and color on these outfits is a sophisticated blend of craftsmanship, folk knowledge, and art. The traditional costumes of ethnic minorities in Hoa Binh Province, such as the Muong, Thai, Tay, Dao, and Mong are not only used in daily life but also during festivals and significant life ceremonies.
The atmosphere of Christmas (Noel) 2024 is spreading from major cities to parishes, sub-parishes, and Catholic communities throughout Hoa Binh Province. Christmas is now not only celebrated by Catholics but also warmly welcomed by many people.