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Stone village in bloom

06/07/2026

02:54

In Cao Bằng Province, the ancient Tày ethnic village of Khuổi Ky is transforming its unique heritage into sustainable livelihoods through community-based tourism. By turning their generations-old traditional stone houses into homestays, local residents are sharing their rich culture with international and domestic visitors, boosting the local economy while preserving their unique identity.

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Culture 00:43

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Culture 02:26

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Culture 02:13

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