The unique charm of Pac Ngam Market

Located in Ngai Tro Thuong Hamlet, Thang Tin Commune, Tuyen Quang Province, Pac Ngam market reflects the rich traditional culture of the Tay and Nung ethnic groups in the area. The market is not only a place to trade goods but also a space for social interaction and community gatherings among highland people.

Every Wednesday morning, from very early hours, people from the hamlet and neighboring villages bring along products made by their own families to exchange and sell at the market.

The market atmosphere becomes lively, with cheerful conversations, while the vibrant traditional costumes of ethnic communities create a vivid, culturally rich highland scene.

Pac Ngam market has no flashy stalls. Goods are simply laid out on tarps spread on the ground or even displayed on flat stones.

Lu Van Chuong from Ngam Buong Hamlet shared that from a distant village, as soon as the rooster crows for the first time, he tightens his belt, carries his basket, and heads down the mountain. Going to the market is not only about selling a chicken or bamboo shoots, but also about meeting people from other villages.

Many local specialties such as green vegetables, honey, free-range pork, traditional paper, regional spices, along with handicrafts like brocade and woven items, are brought to the market.

Le Thanh Huong from Hanoi shared that this was her first time visiting Thang Tin. She was truly impressed by the freshness and quality of the food at Pac Ngam market. Prices are also remarkable, as goods are often sold at a flat rate per bundle or bag rather than by weight as in urban areas.

Meanwhile, men often focus on selecting clothing and farming tools.

In addition to trading activities, Pac Ngam market also serves as a place for locals to meet, greet, and socialize after days of labor.

Many people come not only to buy and sell goods but also to meet friends and relatives, exchange production experiences, and share everyday stories.

Pac Ngam market is significant not only economically but also in strengthening community bonds and preserving and promoting the traditional cultural values of ethnic minorities in Thang Tin Commune.

Jewelry stalls are always a major attraction for women and elderly ladies.

Thu Hang