Phìn Hồ Kermis is an opportunity for locals to meet each other. VNA/VNS Xuân Tiến

Phìn Hồ Kermis is held every Sunday in Phìn Hồ Commune, Nậm Pồ District in the northern province of Điện Biên.

The kermis is a feast of colours due to the vibrant colourful clothes worn by ethnic girls and women. VNA/VNS Photo Xuân Tiến

It is not only a place to exchange, buy and sell goods, but also a platform for various cultural activities of ethnic communities in the Nậm Pồ District and nearby Tủa Chùa and Mường Nhé Districts.

Clothes are one of the most purchased items at Phìn Hồ Kermis. VNA/VNS Photo Xuân Tiến

The kermis is like a sea of colours due to the vibrant clothes worn by ethnic women and girls. A variety of local specialities are also available there, attracting not only many locals but also tourists to the district each week. VNS

Khèn (panpipes), the traditional musical instrument of Mông ethnic group, are sold at the Phìn Hồ Kermis. VNA/VNS Photo Xuân Tiến

Souvenirs with traditional designs of Mông people are sold at the kermis. VNA/VNS Photo Xuân Tiến

A variety of local specialities are also available there. VNA/VNS Photo Xuân Tiến