Nghe An: Many attractive sports activities to welcome the new spring
(Baonghean.vn) - On the 5th day of Tet, many localities in Nghe An organized cultural and sports activities attracting a large number of people to participate.
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Con throwing is always the most favorite activity during the New Year of the Thai people in Nghe An. In the photo, the con throwing competition in Chau Tien commune (Quy Chau) on the morning of February 9, the 5th day of Tet. Photo: Huu Vi |
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Pole pushing competitions have long been reserved for men, but in this year's spring festival, many women also signed up to try their hand. Photo: Huu Vi |
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The tug of war game attracts many people to participate. Photo: Huu Vi |
Clip: Throwing shuttlecock, pushing stick, tug of war competition in spring festival in Chau Tien - Quy Chau |
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On the same day, on the Lam River, passing through Hoa Binh town (Tuong Duong), a traditional spring boat race took place. This year's Southern boat race brought together nearly 100 rowers from 6 racing teams. Photo: Dinh Tuan |
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Thousands of people gathered on the banks of the Lam River to watch the boat racing festival. Photo: Dinh Tuan |
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On the morning of February 9, the 5th day of the Lunar New Year, in Lien Thanh commune (Yen Thanh district), the Spring Open Table Tennis Tournament of the Year of the Pig took place. The tournament was attended by over 50 athletes from the entire district. Photo: Van Truong |
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In Chau Cuong commune (Quy Hop), on the morning of February 9, the 2019 Muong Ham Festival took place. After the ceremony at the main temple, sports activities took place with exciting competitions: men's and women's volleyball; art performances with the theme of celebrating the Party and the Spring of the Year of the Pig. The activities took place until February 10. Photo: Thu Huong |