Hanoi (VNA) – A culture, sports and tourism festival of ethnic groupsin the northwestern region will take place in the mountainous province of SonLa from August 18-20, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
The event will attractthe participation of ethnic groups from regional provinces of Son La, Hoa Binh,Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Lao Cai and Yen Bai, and Phu Tho province.
It aims at promotingcultural values of local ethnic people and tourism potential of the region, andattracting more investment to the tourism field.
The three-day festivalis set to feature a string of activities including a photo exhibition depictinglocal culture and tourism, an ethnic costume show, sports games, and artperformances.
Ethnic groups livingin the northwestern region include Muong, Thai, Mong, Tay, Nung and others.-VNA