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Tuesday, 12:28, 09/04/2024

Lao ethnic group of Dien Bien celebrate water splashing festival

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VOV.VN - The Lao ethnic minority group residing in Pa Thom commune of Dien Bien district in the northern province of Dien Bien have re-enacted the water splashing festival, with the aim of showing respect to ancestors and praying for bumper crops.
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Water splashing is among the many rituals held during the traditional new year festival of the Lao ethnic group.
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A range of traditional dances and songs of Lao ethnics are performed during the course of the festival.
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Pa Xa Lao village in Pa Thom commune is home to 54 Lao ethnic households, with the site consisting of 260 people.
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The festival is held to say goodbye to the dry season; wash off bad luck; and pray for favourable weather conditions, bumper crops, good health, and luck.
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Both locals and tourists take part in the festival during the spring.
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The festival is expected to promote the cultural identity of the Lao ethnic minority group to visitors.
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Tying threads on the wrist of all locals is part of the festival.
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Locals and tourists enjoy splashing water during the festival.
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