Boat racing festival in PhanThiet welcomes spring
VOV.VN - The traditional Boat Racing Festival in BinhThuan province is held annually on the second day of the Lunar New Year on Ca Ty river.
This year, the event fell on February 9, attracting the participation of 300 boat racers. |
This is one of the oldest sports which attaches to the people’s cultural and spiritual life. |
The boats moving forward rapidly is a good omen for a smooth and prosperous year of fishermen and spectators. |
The festival drew thousands of domestic and foreign visitors. |
In the jubilant atmosphere of the Lunar New Year festival and the shout of encouragement from spectators, boatmen enthusiastically brandished their oars to row the boat ahead. |