Pà Thẻn fire dancing ritual highlights ethnic cultural heritage in Tuyên Quang

VietnamNews - Nov 6, 2026

The festival is organised to mark Việt Nam Cultural Day (November 24) and as part of activities celebrating the 2026 Great National Unity Day. It aims to raise public awareness and encourage greater community involvement in preserving and promoting the traditional cultural heritage of the Pà Thẻn people.

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