Dao Community
Known for colorful traditional dress and herbal medicine, the Dao people maintain animistic beliefs and strong cultural practices in northern Vietnam.
Experience type (mandatory)
- Cultural Immersion
- Eco & Sustainable Tourism
- Spiritual Retreats
- Agrotourism
- Hiking & Walking
- Medical Tourism
Language (mandatory)
- Other
Population
~750,000
Origins
The Dao people, also known as the Yao, are found in the northern mountainous areas of Vietnam, including Ha Giang, Yen Bai, and Lao Cai. They migrated from southern China centuries ago and have several subgroups, such as the Red Dao and White Dao.
Customs and Culture
The Dao are known for their traditional herbal medicine, colorful embroidered clothing, and rituals associated with shamanism. Red Dao women are recognized for their red headdresses and intricate silver jewelry.
Activity
Visitors can experience Dao culture through herbal bath treatments, trekking in the northern mountains, and learning about their traditional crafts. Red Dao villages in Sapa offer cultural immersion experiences.
Other
Rich tradition of embroidery and shamanic practices
Location
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