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Clipper Round the World Yacht Race: Race Crew went on a tour of Ky Thuong mountainous commune

Tuesday, 27/02/2024 | 11:58:59 [GMT +7] A  A

Skippers had a chance of immersing themselves in the traditions of the Dao people in Ky Thuong commune in the suburbs of Ha Long city on February 26.

Cameroon McCracken from the  team of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam and Ella Hebron from the team of Washington DC have gained much rewarding experience after immersing themselves in the traditions of Dao people in the mountainous area of Ha Long city.

During the trip, they tasted traditional Vietnamese taste to tried dressmaking by hand. The program was held by Am Vap Farm Company.

Ella Hebron from the team of Washington DC tried embroidering by hand.
Cameroon McCracken from the team of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam experienced the rice milling tools used by the Dao people in the past.
They are introduced about the Dao people's traditional house.
Cameroon picked up bamboo shoots in the forest.
They enjoyed grilled bamboo shoots dipped in garlic sauce.
They also took part in the tree-planting festival with local people.
Cameroon planted trees with local people.
Two skippers experienced rowing a basket boat for the first time.
By Dao Linh