(Baonghean.vn) – Besides the basket used to carry corn and rice to the fields, the Mong people of Nghe An also have another special tool called "tra khi" (flat carrier). This is a long-standing tool in the Mong community used to carry heavy and long objects.
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| In the Hmong villages of Nghe An, every family has a few "tra khi" baskets used for carrying heavy and long objects. |
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| Mr. Ho Va Khu (77 years old) from Tien Tieu village (Nam Can commune - Ky Son district) said that he learned to make "tra khi" (a type of bamboo flute) to serve the village when he was young. Each one takes 2-3 months to complete. |
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| The main material used to make "tra khi" is rattan strips. The more the rattan strips are dried and smoked over the fire, the more durable the "tra khi" becomes. |
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| The tools are simple, just a sturdy bamboo stick used for threading and weaving, but the most important requirements are dexterity and perseverance. |
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| The frame of the flat-top shed is made of strong, durable hardwood planks. A V-shaped wooden bar is attached to the top for tying grass, firewood, etc. |
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| Each such "tra khi" (a type of traditional Vietnamese toy) can last for decades. |
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| After completion, the Hmong people place the "tra khi" (a type of cooking pot) on top of the stove to increase its durability. |
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| "Tra khi" is used to carry heavy and long objects from the mountains and fields back home. |
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| Bring palm leaves home using the "tra khi" method. |
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| Strong Hmong people can carry hundreds of kilograms of firewood on their backs thanks to this tool. |
Dao Tho
