Within the framework of the Lam Kinh Festival, the Folk Arts Festival - Highland Market of the ethnic minorities of Thanh Hoa province was held for the first time right at the Lam Kinh Historical Site, bringing vibrant heritage values from the mountains and forests to the ancient capital.
A large crowd of people gathered from early morning to attend the Lam Kinh Festival. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
The traditional culture of ethnic minority groups is a precious part of Thanh Hoa's cultural heritage. Each folk song, dance, costume, handicraft, or traditional dish contains knowledge, soul, and community identity preserved through many generations.
Locals presented unique cultural performances at the market. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
Bringing those values together at Lam Kinh is an opportunity to honor heritage, express gratitude to those who have persistently preserved national culture, and at the same time awaken pride and a sense of responsibility in each person, especially the younger generation, towards their homeland.
Local produce. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
The festival is not only a performance space but also a practical bridge. Through the event, localities have the opportunity to exchange and share experiences in cultural preservation, while also showcasing and selling their distinctive products.
Wild honey. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
This is an opportunity to connect culture with tourism , bring traditional handicrafts closer to tourists, create livelihoods, and contribute to improving the lives of ethnic minority communities.
Locals buy and sell produce at stalls. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
At the market area, each participating unit set up a booth recreating the typical atmosphere of a highland market. Local products, OCOP agricultural products, and traditional dishes were introduced directly to visitors.
Locals buy OCOP (One Commune One Product) products and agricultural produce at the market. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
The atmosphere at the stalls was always bustling thanks to the on-site culinary demonstrations by skilled artisans. Alongside this were traditional meals featuring meticulously prepared local specialties, showcasing the richness of mountain cuisine while ensuring both aesthetic appeal and food safety.
A traditional meal consists of meticulously prepared local specialties. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
The main attraction of the market is the direct participation of people from remote villages. To attend the festival, Ms. Ngan and members of the delegation from Muong Lat commune, the most remote border locality in the province, traveled nearly 300km along winding mountain roads for 4 hours.
This is a valuable opportunity to promote local culture and agricultural products to a wide range of visitors. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
Ms. Ngan shared that, in addition to participating in cultural performances, the group brought to the market characteristic products such as cucumbers from the Mong ethnic group, smoked buffalo meat, mountain honey, and traditional handicrafts. For Ms. Ngan and the people of Muong Lat, this is a valuable opportunity to promote the culture and agricultural products of their homeland to a wide range of tourists.
Rice wine is an indispensable traditional drink during festivals and important events of the ethnic minorities in the highlands. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
Besides the shopping and food areas, the community cultural activity area has become a gathering place for shared joy. Familiar folk games and performances such as swinging, throwing the ball, bamboo dancing, threshing, tug-of-war, etc., are organized continuously.
The stalls always attract visitors who come to browse and shop. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
Locals and tourists not only watch but also directly participate in the performances alongside the artisan groups. This natural interaction creates a healthy playground, educates community awareness, and strengthens the spirit of solidarity among ethnic groups in Thanh Hoa province.
The highland market in the ancient capital of Lam Kinh brings culture and local products to tourists, stimulating tourism. Photo: Ngoc Hung.
The combination of the Lam Kinh historical site and the vibrant culture of the highlands created a truly authentic and intimate experience. The festival was not just a celebratory event, but a driving force promoting heritage preservation linked to socio -economic development for the ethnic minority communities of Thanh Hoa.
Video of a highland market of ethnic minorities in Thanh Hoa province. Video: Ngoc Hung.
To honor national hero Le Loi, the Le kings, generals, and people who contributed to the history of nation-building and national defense, and to revive the beautiful traditional culture and rich national identity of Thanh Hoa province.
On the morning of October 2nd (corresponding to August 22nd in the year of the Horse), at the Lam Kinh Special National Historical Site in Lam Son commune, Thanh Hoa province, the People's Committee of Thanh Hoa province solemnly organized the Lam Kinh Festival 2026, commemorating the 608th anniversary of the Lam Son Uprising, the 598th anniversary of King Le Thai To's coronation, and the 593rd anniversary of the death of National Hero Le Loi.
This cultural event is linked to promoting tourism in Thanh Hoa, showcasing the image of the Lam Kinh National Special Historical Site, a key tourist attraction of Thanh Hoa province, to the people, domestic tourists, and international friends.
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