Muong Lo Culture and Tourism Festival to Showcase Thai 'Xoe' Dance
The Muong Lo Culture and Tourism Festival, themed 'Essence of Thai Xoe Dance - Colors of the Northwest,' will be held in Vietnam's northwestern Lao Cai province from October 16-21, 2026. The event commemorates the 5th anniversary of Thai Xoe dance's inscription on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list, aiming to preserve tradition and boost regional tourism.
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