The Northwest highlands are not only captivating because of their majestic landscapes but also because of the unique culture of ethnic minorities, preserved and promoted through each generation.
The vendors are always friendly, inviting customers to buy and try, making the atmosphere of the market more joyful and warm.
Among the prominent cultural symbols of Lai Chau , San Thang market, Lai Chau city appears as a vivid picture, where diverse cultural colors, typical of the highland people, converge.
With its vibrant and bustling atmosphere every Thursday and Sunday morning, San Thang market has become an unmissable destination for those who want to explore more deeply the life and national identity here.
Cultural features at San Thang market
San Thang market is not only a place for trading and selling, but also a cultural space where ethnic groups of Lai Chau city and surrounding areas meet and exchange. On market days, from far-flung villages, Mong, Dao, Thai, Lu ethnic people, etc., in colorful traditional costumes, flock to the market. They bring with them handicrafts and agricultural products made by their own hands to exchange and trade.
Upon entering the market, visitors will be immediately captivated by the colorful and bustling atmosphere. The brocade dresses with elaborate and sophisticated patterns appear brilliantly under the highland sunlight. The sounds of laughter and greetings, mixed with the chirping of birds and the wind blowing from the vast rice fields, create a scene that is both peaceful and lively.
A variety of goods are bought and sold at the market.
San Thang market is also a place to strengthen solidarity among ethnic groups. This is an opportunity for old friends to meet again and share life stories. Young people in the villages often come to the market to meet, participate in folk games, learn and get to know each other. For them, the market is not only a market, but also a place to connect love and friendship.
The products sold at the market also carry the traditional culture of ethnic minorities. From handmade brocade items, typical costumes to agricultural products such as vegetables, roots, herbs, wild honey, all demonstrate the ingenuity and meticulousness of the highland people.
Unique cuisine at San Thang market
Besides culture, cuisine at San Thang market is also a highlight not to be missed. When walking around the market, you will easily see local people selling typical dishes of the highlands with many types of traditional cakes made by the locals themselves.
The food court at the market is always the busiest place, with the aroma of food spreading throughout the space. The scene of people gathering around the stalls, enjoying hot food, chatting happily, creates a culinary picture imbued with the highland character.
San Thang market is a vivid picture, clearly showing the diverse culture of Lai Chau highlands. Coming to San Thang market, visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the life and customs of ethnic minorities as well as enjoy the unique specialties of the Northwest region. It is a memorable journey, helping each person love and appreciate the traditional beauty of the highland people.
Chau Anh
Source: https://baovanhoa.vn/dan-toc-ton-giao/cho-phien-san-thang-net-dep-da-sac-cua-vung-cao-lai-chau-109849.html
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