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The Spring Farming Festival, known as Lễ Hội Lồng Tồng (or “Festival of Going to the Fields”), is a vibrant and sacred event celebrated annually by the Tày people in Bản Tha, Hà Giang. This festival, held at the beginning of the lunar year, is a traditional agricultural ritual where locals pray for a bountiful harvest, favorable weather, and prosperity for the community. It is one of the most anticipated events in Bản Tha, bringing together farmers, elders, children, and visitors in a joyous atmosphere filled with ceremonies, performances, and folk games.
1️⃣ Rituals & Offerings to the Gods of Agriculture
The festival begins with a solemn ritual led by village elders and shamans. They prepare offerings such as sticky rice, fruits, boiled chicken, and rice wine, placed on a ceremonial altar to honor the gods of farming, ancestors, and spirits of the land. This sacred moment reflects the deep spiritual connection between humans and nature in Tày culture.
2️⃣ First Plowing Ceremony – A Symbolic Start to the New Harvest
A village elder or respected farmer ceremonially plows the first furrow in the rice field, marking the official start of the new agricultural season. This act symbolizes renewal, hope, and gratitude for the land’s fertility.
3️⃣ Traditional Dance & Music Performances
The festival is alive with folk performances, including:
🎶 Then Singing & Tính Lute Performance – A unique form of Tày spiritual music.
💃 Múa Xòe Tày (Circle Dance) – A joyful dance symbolizing unity and prosperity.
🥁 Drum & Gong Performances – Creating an energetic and festive atmosphere.
4️⃣ Folk Games & Community Competitions
The festival features a variety of traditional games and contests, such as:
🎯 Ném Còn (Shuttlecock Throwing) – A fun game where participants throw a shuttlecock through a symbolic ring for good luck.
🎏 Cây Nêu (Bamboo Pole Ritual) – A tall bamboo pole is decorated and erected to ward off evil spirits.
💪 Tug-of-War & Rice Pounding Contests – Strength-based games celebrating teamwork and agricultural skills.
5️⃣ Feasting & Social Gatherings
After the ceremonies and games, families and visitors gather to share traditional dishes, such as:
🍚 Sticky rice with sesame and peanuts
🥩 Grilled meats & smoked pork
🍵 Local rice wine (Rượu Ngô)
This communal meal is an important tradition that reinforces social bonds and strengthens community spirit.
Beyond its rituals and festivities, the Lồng Tồng Festival is a celebration of resilience, gratitude, and hope. It reflects the Tày people’s deep respect for nature and their harmonious relationship with the land. For visitors, this is a rare opportunity to experience authentic cultural traditions, witness age-old agricultural rituals, and engage with the warm and welcoming people of Bản Tha.
✨ Join the Tày people in Bản Tha for an unforgettable journey into tradition, spirituality, and festivity! 🌸🌾
- Enjoy a traditional Tày meal featuring:
- Engage with villagers, farmers, and cultural storytellers.
• Final blessings and gratitude expressions. • Community singing and dancing to celebrate the successful festival. • Visitors receive handmade souvenirs as a token of appreciation.
📅 The festival is held at the beginning of the lunar year, usually in late January or February, depending on the traditional Tày calendar.
📍 The event is celebrated in Bản Tha, Phương Độ Commune, Hà Giang City, a beautiful Tày village known for its traditional farming culture.
🌾 The festival, known as Lễ Hội Lồng Tồng, is a spiritual and cultural event where the Tày people pray for a good harvest, favorable weather, and community prosperity. It marks the beginning of the agricultural season.
✅ Visitors can:
💰 No, the festival is free and open to everyone, but visitors are encouraged to respect local customs and support the community by purchasing local handmade products.
👕 Comfortable casual or traditional attire is recommended. Visitors should dress modestly out of respect for sacred rituals.
📸 Yes, but ask for permission before photographing rituals or locals, as some ceremonies hold deep cultural significance.
🏡 Yes, Bản Tha offers authentic Tày homestays, allowing visitors to stay overnight, enjoy local meals, and immerse in village life.
🚌 From Hà Giang City, you can take a short motorbike or taxi ride (about 5km) to reach Bản Tha.
🙏 - Follow the lead of local elders during rituals. 🙏 - Avoid loud noises or disruptive behavior. 🙏 - Do not touch ceremonial offerings unless invited. 🙏 - Be respectful and engage with the community in a friendly manner. ✨ Join the Tày people of Bản Tha for an unforgettable cultural celebration! 🌿🚜
Sacred Agricultural Traditions
Experience the Lễ Hội Lồng Tồng, the Tày people's ancient festival praying for a prosperous harvest.
Rituals & Offerings
Witness traditional ceremonies honoring the gods of agriculture and ancestors.
First Plowing Ceremony
Celebrate the symbolic start of the farming season, bringing luck and fertility to the fields.
Folk Dance & Music Performances
Enjoy Then Singing, Tính Lute melodies, and the joyful Múa Xòe Tày dance.
Exciting Folk Games
Participate in shuttlecock throwing (Ném Còn), Tug-of-War, and rice pounding contests.
Traditional Feasting
Savor local delicacies while sharing a meal with the warm and welcoming Tày community.
Cultural Immersion
A rare chance to engage with authentic Tày customs and beliefs in a festive village atmosphere.
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