Sapa to host debut Fansipan horse race
Wednesday, 12:15, 19/06/2019
VOV.VN - The first-ever Fansipan horse race is to take place in the town of Sapa in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai between June 21- 23.
The horse race is being organised by Sun World Fansipan Legend and will be held from 8am to 10:30am between June 21 and 23. Each race will be held on a track with a total length of 1,400 metres. |
A total of 16 jockeys from the Mong, Tay, and Nung ethnic minorities in Lao Cai province will compete in the event. |
The winner of the first-place prize is to be be awarded VND3 million. Those who finish in second and third will be given VND2 million and VND1 million, respectively. |
The festival will also feature art performances from the ethnic groups of Sapa. |
During the three-day festival, tourists should not miss the chance to visit Sun World Fansipan Legend, which is widely considered to be a great entertainment destination for travelers. |