Opening of the space recreating the ancient Coc Leu market

On the afternoon of November 19, at the static parking lot on An Duong Vuong Street, Lao Cai Ward People's Committee held the opening ceremony of the space to recreate the ancient Coc Leu market, one of the special highlights of the Red River Festival in 2025.

Delegates, people and tourists attend the opening ceremony.

Attending the program were Ms. Vu Thi Hien Hanh - Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, Head of the Festival Organizing Committee; leaders of the Party Committee, People's Council, People's Committee, Fatherland Front Committee of Lao Cai ward along with a large number of people and tourists.

The scene recreates the bustling trading scene of the old Coc Leu market.

At the opening ceremony, delegates, people and tourists watched a reenactment of the bustling trading scene of the old Coc Leu market - a vibrant slice of a bygone era that has never faded in people's memories.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, the leader of Lao Cai ward emphasized: Coc Leu market is an important part of the memories of Lao Cai people, associated with the bustling trading space along the Red River since the beginning of the 20th century.

Recreating the ancient market not only helps restore traditional cultural values, but also creates a vivid experience for people and tourists during the Red River Festival 2025.

Lao Cai ward leaders delivered opening speeches.

Delegates cut the ribbon to open the activity.

The reenactment of the ancient Coc Leu market takes place from November 18 to 24, 2025, with many unique spaces, such as: an ancient market area including 12 stalls recreating traditional occupations, cuisine , and trade; OCOP trade stall area; folk stage, folk dance; street performances, cultural experiences...

This is expected to become a new cultural and tourism product of Lao Cai ward in the coming time.

Delegates visited the photo exhibition area and booths at the old Coc Leu market space.

The ancient Coc Leu market space attracts many tourists and people to visit and experience.

Immediately after the opening ceremony, thousands of locals and tourists visited, shopped, enjoyed food and took photos at the area recreating the ancient Coc Leu market, creating a bustling atmosphere imbued with the cultural colors of the Red River region.

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/khai-mac-khong-gian-tai-hien-cho-coc-leu-xua-post887148.html