SOCIETY

Early Tet atmosphere in the highland village of Pac Hop

TQO - Pac Hop is a particularly difficult village of Linh Phu commune (Chiem Hoa). The village has over 110 households, of which the Tay, Mong, and Pa Then ethnic groups account for 98% of the total number of households. These days, the joyful atmosphere of spring is bustling throughout the villages of Pac Hop. Although the lives of the people are still difficult, with the attention of the Party Committee and authorities at all levels, every family in the village on this highland land has a full and happy Tet.

Ethnic women of Pac Hop village prepare their clothes to go out on Tet holiday.

People wear beautiful clothes to visit families to wish them a happy New Year.

Sticky rice is wrapped in wild dong leaves into handfuls to serve distinguished guests to their homes.

Ethnic women of the Tay, Mong, and Pa Then ethnic groups show off their skills in wrapping Chung cakes for Tet.

The pot of Chung cakes has been put on the red stove in the joy of everyone.

People prepare grilled carp, a specialty dish with the strong flavor of the village.

Banh Khao, an indispensable gift when guests visit Pac Hop during Tet.

Folk games of playing Yen and Pam during Tet, one of the unique cultural features preserved through many generations.

Family, clan and village reunion meals not only show a prosperous life but also create a joyful and excited atmosphere to welcome the traditional Tet of the nation.

Ban Thanh