1. Market meeting time and location
Dong Van market is held in the center of Dong Van town, Ha Giang province, Vietnam. The market starts early in the morning and lasts until around noon.
From early morning, people from the villages eagerly went to the market. They bring local products to exchange and trade.
2. Interesting experiences at Dong Van market
2.1. Cultural space
Entering Dong Van market, you will admire the brilliant traditional costumes of the H’Mong, Dao, Lo Lo,… This is an opportunity for people to show off their most beautiful costumes and participate in fun and social activities.
2.2. Enjoy diverse and rich cuisine
Travel to Ha Giang for the weekend and participate in Dong Van market. You will enjoy specialties:
- Thang Co – Typical dish of the H’Mong people
- Men men – Delicious steamed cornmeal
- Au Tau porridge – Nutritious dish that helps relieve colds
- Five-color sticky rice – Beautiful, fragrant sticky rice dish
2.3. Buy souvenirs
After visiting and enjoying the cuisine, you can buy some souvenirs such as:
- Hand-woven brocade with intricate motifs
- Mint honey – Famous specialty of Ha Giang
- Leaves yeast corn wine – Traditional wine of the H’Mong people
2.4. Cultural exchange space
Dong Van market is also an opportunity for ethnic people to meet, chat and make friends. This is also where many cultural activities take place such as Khen dancing and love singing.
3. Suggested itinerary to explore Dong Van market
Day 1 (Saturday): Depart from Hanoi – Arrive in Ha Giang
- Morning: Depart from Hanoi, rest in Quan Ba.
- Afternoon: Visit Lung Cu flagpole, Dong Van ancient town.
- Evening: Stay overnight in Dong Van town.
Day 2 (Sunday): Experience the market – Explore cuisine
- Morning: Visit Dong Van market, learn about national culture.
- Afternoon: Conquer Ma Pi Leng pass, see Nho Que river.
- Evening: Enjoy Ha Giang specialties before returning to Hanoi.
Travel to Ha Giang with Origin Vietnam on the weekend to explore Dong Van market and other markets in Ha Giang. The trip brings memorable experiences about highland culture.
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