Vibrant spring markets in the highlands

Two ethnic Mong women sell corn wine at the market.

The first days of the lunar new year also present an opportunity for people to buy or sell various fruit in the hope of a new year full of good luck in farming.

Meo Vac market is also well known as a cow market, with nearly 400 cows sold on average at the site each year.

Other kinds of livestock are also put on sale.

A woman is excited at buying a pig.

An ethnic Mong child takes the dogs to the market, hoping to earn some money.

Y Ty market in Lao Cai province is a great place for visitors to discover the culture of the Ha Nhi and Giay ethnic minority people.

Agricultural products are key items which are on sale at Y Ty market.

A booth selling agricultural tools attracts plenty of local people.

Bac Ha market is not only a place to exchange goods, but also draws many tourists who are keen to learn about the traditional culture of the various ethnic groups.

Phở chua (sour noodles) is a delicious specialty which can be sampled at Bac Ha market.

Mothers carrying their children and going shopping is a common sight at spring markets in the highlands.

A Mong ethnic girl can’t hide her happiness when her mother buys her a new dress as a gift for the new year.

In spring markets people tend to wear colourful new clothes because they consider it to be a festival of the spring. This custom has been maintained through generations.

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