Gau Tao festival is the most important festival for Mong ethnic people. It is held annually in early spring to express gratitude towards gods and to pray for a prosperous and lucky year.
![]() Gau Tao festival is also a good opportunity for family reunions, traditional games and other activities in preparation for new crops to grow soon ![]() Gau Tao festival is also a good opportunity for family reunions, traditional games and other activities in preparation for new crops to grow soon It is hosted by a family or a clan, often on a large flat hill in the beautiful landscape of the northern mountains ![]() Mong people plant a large bamboo tree with colourful decorations called Cay Neu with a belief that it may draw good lucks and expel evil spirits ![]() Mong ethnic kids perform traditional umbrella dance in Gau Tao festival ![]() Gau Tao, which encompasses both religious rituals and cultural activities, is celebrated in almost every Mong ethnic commune and district ![]() ![]() |
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