Located in the highland in the
Northwest of Vietnam, Sapa is famous for spectacular landscape, wonderful
villages of the ethnic minority groups, the magnificent rice terraces, and
especially, the busy and unique markets. In fact, Sapa markets are some of the
many distinctive and interesting traditional culture traits of the residents
living in The Northwest Vietnam mountainous regions. To Sapa market, that is a
whole unique and colorful world is waiting for you to experience and explore!
Therefore, today, whether you are having something interesting to do, let's
spend a few minutes on our article for more information about the most famous
markets in this picturesque town. Who know, someday, you will be here to do
something special and interesting on your Vietnam vacation.
It comes to the Sapa markets.
It's not only talking about selling and buying goods but more than that. Sapa
markets are the hub of the minorities’ lives, the place local people gather to
entertain and seeking lovers! And below will be some markets promising to
provide you many unique and interesting experiences about the real life of the
ethnic minority groups here. Let's keep always them in your mind to make your
trip an amazing adventure of a lifetime.
1. Bac Ha Market
Bac Ha Market is located in Bac
Ha District, Lao Cai Province, which is 70 kilometers from Sapa town. This
market is regarded as the largest and the most colorful market in the Northwest
region. To come here, you have to pass the beautiful valleys, go through
tortuous paths to come to this market.
Bac Ha Market provides almost
every products of the highland such as vegetables, foods, spices, plough, pick,
and even the toothpick, and thread. The foods at this market are very special
and delicious. It is a pity if you don’t try them. Drinking a cup of aromatic
corn wine, or enjoying the hot “thang co” dish, etc. are must-do things when
coming to Bac Ha Market.
2. Muong Hum Market
This market is a favorite
destination for those who travel to Sapa. Located in Bat Xat District, Muong
Hum Market only hold on Sunday every week. On Sunday, the market is as busy and
excited as a large party of Ha Nhi, H’Mong, Giay, Dao Do and Dao Tuyen people.
3. Can Cau Market
Can Cau Market is located in Can
Cau Ward, Si Ma Cai District. This market is usually held along the streets,
right under the spectacular rice terrace. The major traders of Can Cau Market
are Mong Hoa and Giay people, however, the method of trading is the same as the
Dao’s one. This market only opens on Saturday and Sunday every week.
4. Coc Ly Market
Coc Ly Market is a market of the
ethnic groups, who is living in the Northwest of Bac Ha District, Lao Cai
Province. This market is usually located near the viaducts passing through Chay
River. It is only held on Tuesday every week.
Coc Ly market is also divided
into many separate areas. At this market, you can find products and goods,
which are mainly specialties of the forest such as vegetables, herbs, Shiitake,
Cloud ear fungus, honey, rice, utensils, necklaces, rings, clothes and brocade
products. All of them are displayed on the nylon canvas, which is placed on the
ground.
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Sapa Market - The Must-Visit Place For A Sapa Trip
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August 12, 2019
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