The lantern-floating ceremony on the Da river, held in conjunction with the local ritual praying for bumper fish catches, is an integral part of major festivals and cultural events in Hoa Binh province. Its 2024 edition took place as part of the second Da river fish and shrimp festival.
The ceremony serves not only as a spiritual practice but also a way to preserve and promote ethnic cultural identity, foster community awareness, and inspire love for nature. It blends tradition and modernity, making Hoa Binh an increasingly attractive destination for locals and tourists alike.
After shamans conclude the prayer ritual for bumper fish catches, the lantern-floating ceremony begins.
A young woman in a traditional Muong costume carefully prepares lanterns for the ceremony.
Each lantern floated on the river carries a wish for health, peace, and happiness for families and the community.
Every lantern represents the heartfelt hopes and dreams of its sender.
The lantern lights, combined with the natural beauty of the river, create a dreamlike and serene scene.
The lantern-floating ceremony draws a large crowd of locals and tourists, fostering a warm and friendly atmosphere within the community.
A kaleidoscope of colours illuminates the river, transforming it into a river of light.
The event has become a signature attraction, showcasing Hoa Binh as a destination rich in cultural heritage and dreamlike natural scenery.
Through the festival, visitors and residents alike have a chance to explore and experience the culture and beauty of Hoa Binh.
Illuminated lanterns drifting gently down the calm river symbolise the essence of Hoa Binh.
Returning to the sunny and windy land of Muong Thang - Cao Phong district,
the orange-growing capital of the province. The 2024 - 2025 orange harvest
season has begun. This year, the oranges have not only yielded well but also
fetched good prices, bringing visible joy to the eyes and smiles of the
farmers.
The Week of Hoa Binh Culture and Tourism Week in 2024 takes place from November 15th – 23rd in Hoa Binh city. The opening ceremony takes place in the evening of November 15 at Hoa Binh Square with the highlight being the Ceremony to receive the Ranking Certificate for the special National Monument, the archaeological relics of Trai Cave and Stone Roof in Vanh village, Lac Son district. The Week of Culture – Tourism takes place with a series of unique and attractive activities: Fishing ceremony and releasing flower lanterns on Da River; the Festival displaying the traditional costumes of the province's ethnic groups; Can liquid festival night... The preparations are being urgently completed, creating an exciting and joyful atmosphere to welcome the big festival.
More than 3 years ago, Chi Ne Plantation Industry and Trade Cooperative in Song Boi village, Phu Nghia commune (Lac Thuy) brought mulberry growing and silkworm farming to the locality. The cool climate and the long alluvial land along the Boi River are ideal conditions for growing new crops. With the current mulberry area of about 22 hectares, hundreds of working children in Lac Thuy and Kim Boi districts have been given jobs and improved income. The model is focusing on expanding the raw material areas, aiming to process and weave silk on the spot to serve tourism and export development.
The terraced fields in Mien Doi commune (Lạc Sơn district) are likened to "steps leading to the blue
sky". These steps glow with the prosperous golden hue of abundance and
poetic beauty... The photo series captures impressive and distinctive
moments of beauty and culture in the Mường region of Mien Doi commune.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and leaders of ministers, central agencies and Hoa Binh province attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the Hoa Binh - Moc Chau expressway (Km19+000 – Km53+000) held on September 29 in Xeo hamlet, Cao Son commune, Da Bac district, Hoa Binh province. This is a key transport project and the first expressway in the province.
