Busy market on Thanh Toan Bridge – a highlight of Hue Festival 2018
VOV.VN - The local market on Thanh Toan Bridge has become one of the highlights of the Hue festival over the years, with this year’s market opening on the morning of April 28.
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| The local market is organized in the cultural village space of Thuy Thanh commune in Huong Thuy town. |
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This year, the market has been expanded to include displays of ornamental markets, night markets, Ao dai fashion shows, and a performance of Bai Choi singing which was recently recognized as a world intangible cultural heritage of humanity. |
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| A dragon palanquin used in the re-enactment of a royal procession at the festival. |
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| A woman rows to the local market, reminiscent of a village market in years past. |
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| Farm produce and flowers are brought to the market in small boats. |
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| A performance of Bai Choi singing impresses visitors. |
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| Old people recall stories from their childhood at the event. |
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| Mother and child learn about Bai Choi singing. |
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| The opening day of the market is a bustling hive of activity. |
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| Conical hats are the symbol of Hue city and Huong Thuy town. |
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| Betel leaves and areca nuts are sold at the market. |
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| Conical hats are also offered for sale. |
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| Boat racing on Nhu Y River. |
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| By noon, Thanh Toan Bridge is flooded with visitors looking around the market. |
