People usually bathe in streams in the afternoon after a day of hard working. (Photo: VNA)
This activity helps them dispel fatigue, bringing a sense of peace and regenerating energy for the next working day. (Photo: VNA)
When the sun is gradually setting, villagers go to the stream, where they can clean their bodies, relax, chat, and strengthen the relationship within the village. (Photo: VNA)
For the locals, washing their hair and bathing in streams is also a ritual to wash away bad luck and pray for health and peace. (Photo: VNA)
Peaceful scenery by a fresh stream in Mai Chau district, Hoa Binh province. (Photo: VNA)
With its cultural values, bathing in streams expects to contribute to attracting tourists to the Northwest region. (Photo: VNA)
Custom of stream bathing in Vietnam's Northwest region
Bathing in streams is an old, unique custom imbued with cultural identity of ethnic groups in the Northwest region of Vietnam. The custom is not only a simply daily activity, but also contains profound cultural values, reflecting the harmonious relationship between people and the nature.
