During this period, many cultural and artistic activities will take place in the districts and cities of Son La province.
Happy National Day, September 2nd.

This year's National Day holiday on September 2nd saw numerous cultural and artistic activities implemented across 12 districts and cities in Son La province. Authorities proactively prepared the necessary infrastructure, human resources, and conditions to serve both domestic and international tourists. This is an opportunity for Son La province to further increase revenue and create a positive impression for tourism in the Northwest region.

Surveys conducted at resorts, hotels, and especially homestays in the districts of Son La province show that the number of bookings for the holiday season is currently very high.National Day, September 2ndRooms are fully booked; some places have had to turn away guests who had made reservations because they were out of space.

As the holiday approaches, the number of visitors to Son La's tourist destinations is increasing. Along with good preparation in terms of infrastructure, destinations are also focusing on improving service quality and creating more cultural and culinary spaces.

The New Rice Festival is one of the activities held in Ngoc Chien commune, Muong La district.
Organizing a celebration for National Day on September 2nd.

Comrade Bui Tien Sy, Secretary of the Party Committee of Ngoc Chien commune, Muong La district, one of the destinations chosen by domestic and foreign tourists during holidays for many years, said: "With the advantage of a favorable climate and many customs and traditions rich in ethnic identity, the commune has organized many cultural and artistic activities as well as experiential activities for tourists. From August 28th, the commune organized the New Rice Festival with many cultural and artistic activities and experiential activities rich in ethnic identity."

“Along with the ceremonial part, this year's festival attracted a large number of visitors to the cultural performance competition with the theme "Ngoc Chien New Rice Season," performed by artisans and cultural troupes from 15 villages. The performances praised the Party, President Ho Chi Minh, the renewed Son La homeland, love between couples, the beautiful natural scenery of Muong La, the fragrant rice of Ngoc Chien…”, Comrade Bui Tien Sy, Secretary of the Party Committee of Ngoc Chien commune, added.

The rice pounding and puffing competition, featuring 8 teams from various villages, is one of the events held during the New Rice Festival.Ngoc Chien communeIt has attracted many people to participate and experience it.

This year, cultural and artistic activities celebrating National Day on September 2nd are not only taking place at famous tourist destinations, but also in the highland communes of many districts and cities.

Specifically, the highland and border market of Yen Chau district was held at the central market of Phieng Khoai commune from August 31st to September 2nd, with the participation of 6 highland and border communes and some border villages of neighboring Laos.

From August 27th, in Co Ma commune, the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in coordination with the People's Committee of Thuan Chau district, will organize the 2024 Thuan Chau Highland Communes Expanded Sports Tournament. This activity is part of a series of events in the 2024 Thuan Chau Highland Culture, Sports, Tourism and Trade Week.

Mr. Nguyen Van Vinh, from Nghe An, expressed: "This is the second time we have returned to Ngoc Chien commune to relax and experience the culture of the ethnic minorities in the commune. We are very impressed with the activities such as rice pounding competitions, buffalo prince contests, goat fighting, and ethnic costume contests... Among them, the most impressive is the ritual of offering new rice to express gratitude to ancestors and heaven and earth, praying for favorable weather, abundant harvests, national prosperity, and happiness for the people here."

A large number of people from within and outside the district attended the New Rice Festival.
in Ngoc Chien commune, Muong La district.

This year, in Moc Chau district, along with many activities taking place before, during, and after the National Day on September 2nd, the district is also actively preparing facilities and conditions, ensuring security and order to serve tourists attending the 2024 Culture and Tourism Week "Moc Chau - The Call of Love Season" which will take place from August 28th to September 4th.

Ms. Dinh Thi Huong, Head of the Culture and Information DepartmentMoc Chau districtAccording to the report: To ensure tourist satisfaction, in addition to guiding accommodation businesses to invest in upgrading facilities, from rooms, entertainment areas, food and beverage services, and other accompanying services, the district also directs businesses to standardize and publicly display prices; strictly comply with regulations on fire safety and prevention; and allocate sufficient personnel and other conditions to serve tourists thoughtfully and ensure food safety and hygiene.

On the nights of September 1st and 2nd, Moc Chau Island tourist area will host numerous cultural and artistic activities.
with the participation of many famous guests.

This time, at Moc Chau Island, the largest tourism, entertainment, and resort complex in Northwest Vietnam, many activities and events will be organized, such as: "The 'Calling Friends with the Flute' Market 2024". This unique festival for the Independence Day and National Day celebration on September 2nd will be held from August 31st to September 2nd, promising a unique festival atmosphere with famous guests and many anticipated activities.

Mr. Mai Tri Tue, Deputy General Director of 26 Moc Chau Tourism Joint Stock Company, informed: From August 31st to September 2nd, visitors to Moc Chau Island will have the opportunity to participate in cultural and entertainment programs that will take place throughout the event. Besides visiting the world's longest glass bridge, Bach Long, recognized by Guinness World Records, there will also be entertainment activities such as ziplining and Airslide.

During this time, visitors to Son La province will have the opportunity to experience and immerse themselves in cultural and artistic activities.
Rich in cultural identity of the ethnic groups in Northwest Vietnam.

During this time, visitors will have the opportunity to experience cultural activities deeply rooted in ethnic traditions at Moc Chau Island, such as: participating in a reenactment of the H'Mong people's "wife abduction" custom; celebrating a wedding according to the customs of the White Thai people; trying out traditional games like stilt walking and bamboo dancing; and visiting traditional markets with local products and souvenirs held right within the tourist area…

According to information from the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.Son La provinceSince the beginning of 2024, tourism in Son La province has continued to experience positive growth. Many recreational activities have attracted a large number of domestic and international tourists.

Many domestic tourism promotion programs implemented during the summer have proven effective. In particular, the upcoming National Day holiday on September 2nd promises to attract a large number of tourists to Son La province.

Quoc Tuan