The UNESCO Global Geopark of Dong Van Karst Plateau is home to numerous ethnic minority groups, including the H’mong, Dao, and Lo Lo, each with rich and distinctive cultural traditions. Here, culture is not only preserved but revitalized, with local communities, true custodians of heritage, playing a central role in sustaining traditions while advancing community development.
Amidst the rugged mountains of the rocky highlands, the rammed-earth houses of the H’mong people are not only mere dwellings but also enduring symbols of resilience, craftsmanship, and a deep-rooted bond with nature’s harsh realities.
Every Sunday morning, Meo Vac market bursts into life like a festive day, attracting ethnic H'mong, Dao, Lo Lo, Giay communities and visitors. From dawn, groups of people make their way along winding trails, crossing steep mountain passes to bring forest produce, livestock, and poultry for trade.
Silversmithing is not only a traditional craft but also an art form, handed down through generations with memory, patience, and meticulous skill. For ethnic communities in Tuyen Quang province, including the H’mong, Dao, Nung, Pa Then, Co Lao, Lo Lo, Bo Y, etc., silver products serve both as jewelry and as a reflection of their cultural heritage.
Nestled beneath the primary forest of Deo Gio, Nam Dan commune has long been known as a place that preserves the traditional culture of the Nung U people. Amidst the spread of modern life, the Nung U people in Nam Dan have still maintained the crafts of indigo dyeing and brocade weaving, creating dresses imbued with traditional cultural identity
Amidst the vast, undulating mountains of the Dong Van Stone Plateau, the sound of the H’mong flute rises like the breath of the land, an eternal echo of a people who have long stood resilient in the face of adversity. Within the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam’s ethnic communities, the H’mong flute is more than a traditional musical instrument; it is a powerful cultural symbol, an embodiment of the wisdom, spirit, and distinct identity of the H’mong people in the northernmost reaches of the Fatherland.
The indigo-dyed shirt of the Giay people is more than just traditional attire – it stands as a quiet yet powerful symbol of cultural identity, heritage, and aesthetic refinement. Amid the lush green mountains of northern Vietnam, this modest garment weaves together generations of history, belief, and pride, embodying the spirit of a resilient community.
In Na Chang village, Thuong Lam commune, the Tay ethnic group has lived in close-knit communities for generations. The local people are actively preserving and promoting the traditional craft of brocade weaving, creating vibrant costumes that embody their cultural heritage.
Nestled along the Lo river, Eo village in Xuan Van commune (Yen Son district, Tuyen Quang province) is home to a 100% Dao Thanh Y ethnic community. While the origins of the name “Eo” remain a mystery even to the elders, the village stands out for preserving its unique cultural identity amid the fast-paced modern life with vibrant pao dung melodies, intricate brocade patterns, and a tranquil way of living.
From May 30 to June 18, visitors to the Lung Cu National Flag Tower will be restricted to the waiting area at the foot of the site, as access to the tower itself is temporarily closed for maintenance.
BHG - Beyond the Lung Cu National Flag Tower or the Km0 Milestone, a growing number of visitors to Ha Giang have recently been seeking out Tot Bac Point – the true northernmost tip on Vietnam’s map, located in Seo Lung Village, Lung Cu Commune, Dong Van District.
BHG - In early May 2025, the relevant departments of Ha Giang Province, Bac Me District, together with experts from the Institute of Archaeology, issued a preliminary report on the archaeological artefacts excavated at the old foundation of Ba Tu Temple in Bo Cung Village, Yen Phu Town.
BHG - In a distant country or right in the heart of Vietnam, with just a few clicks on social media, tourists can easily search, book rooms and arrange journeys to explore the Community Tourism Cultural Village of Nam Dam Village in Quan Ba Commune. The application of digital technology has helped bring the village closer to the world.
Preserving indigenous culture
