Discover Gia Lai’s Hidden Gem - Cu Lao Xanh

Cu Lao Xanh island is located in Nhon Chau commune, Gia Lai province, about 25 km southeast of the city center and about 430 km northeast of Ho Chi Minh City. The island has an area of ​​about 365 hectares, divided into 3 villages: Thon Tay in the center, Thon Dong and Thong Trung.

The residents on the island mainly live in fishing villages in the southern region. Cu Lao Xanh has clear and clean sea water, and still retains its pristine landscape with few visitors. Locals also retain their traditional, peaceful lifestyle, with early morning markets, bustling fishing boats and warm hospitality. 

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Buffalo-soul ritual keeps tradition alive in Lai Chau

Buffalo-soul ritual keeps tradition alive in Lai Chau

As part of the 2026 Lu Ethnic Culture Festival, themed “Colours of Lu Ethnic Culture”, Khun Ha commune in the northwestern province of Lai Chau province re-enacted the Su Khon Khoai festival. Its highlight, a buffalo soul worship ritual, expresses gratitude to the animals for their hard work, hopes for good harvests and prosperity, and helps preserve the Lu community’s spiritual traditions.

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