Muong Long Commune promotes its unique features in the vast Western region of Nghe An

Unique charm in Muong Long

Muong Long commune was established in May 1961 (at the same time as the establishment of the old Ky Son district). At the time of establishment, it included Huoi Tu commune. On July 5, 1963, Muong Long commune was divided into two communes: Muong Long and Huoi Tu. Muong Long commune has been stable since then.

The commune has a natural area of ​​148.31 km2; The whole commune has 13 villages. The current population is 5,670 people, of which ethnic minorities (mainly Mong people) are 5,582 people, accounting for 99.32%. The commune belongs to the temperate climate sub-region (cool in summer, cold in winter). It is favorable for growing temperate crops such as: cold climate vegetables, fruit trees, and precious medicinal herbs.

Muong Long is the main place where the Mong people live, accounting for about 99% of the population. It is the rich culture of the Mong people that has created a special attraction for this land. From costumes, festivals, cuisine to lifestyle, all have their own unique characteristics, preserved and passed down through many generations.

Unique costumes: One of the first impressions when coming to Muong Long is the image of Mong women in their colorful traditional costumes. Their dresses are made from linen, meticulously hand-embroidered with sophisticated patterns, demonstrating their ingenuity and unique aesthetic sense. The main colors are often warm tones such as red, yellow, orange, combined with traditional indigo, creating a harmonious and outstanding whole. Each costume is not only a work of art but also a story about the life, beliefs and identity of the Mong people.

Traditional festivals with strong identity:Festivals are an indispensable part of the spiritual life of the Mong people in Muong Long. This is an opportunity for the community to have fun, exchange, and pray for a peaceful new year and a bountiful harvest. One of the most unique and popular festivals is the Gau Tao Festival, held on the occasion of the Lunar New Year. The festival takes place with many cultural and artistic activities, folk games such as throwing pao, playing tu lu, dancing, playing flute...

Besides, Muong Long is also famous for its Bull Fighting Festival. This is not only an entertainment activity but also shows the martial spirit and pride of the people here. The healthiest bulls are selected and carefully cared for to participate in the fierce matches, attracting enthusiastic cheers from the audience.

Unique cuisine, with the flavor of the mountains and forests:The cuisine of the Mong people in Muong Long is also a unique cultural feature, imbued with the flavor of the mountains and forests. The dishes here are made from natural, fresh ingredients, with unique processing methods, creating unforgettable flavors: Native black chickens are raised naturally, have firm, delicious meat, and are processed into many attractive dishes such as grilled chicken, boiled chicken, and chicken stewed with Chinese herbs. Black pigs: A breed of pigs raised freely in the forest, with firm meat, low in fat, and a natural sweetness. Black pigs are processed into dishes such as grilled pork, smoked pork, and Chinese sausage.

Beef jerky (beef jerky): A specialty of the Mong people, made from fresh beef, marinated with spices and hung in the kitchen to dry. Bo giang has the sweetness of the meat, the spiciness of chili and mac khen, and is an indispensable snack during holidays and Tet. Tam hoa plum: A famous specialty of Muong Long, large fruit, shiny skin, when ripe it has a sweet taste, crunchy and juicy.

In addition, visitors to Muong Long can also enjoy many other rustic dishes such as wild bamboo shoots, cat's whiskers, sticky rice... each dish contains the affection and simplicity of the local people.

Experiences not to be missed when coming to Muong Long:Hunting clouds at Heaven's Gate. Exploring Mong villages. Checking in with the flower seasons: Muong Long wears a new coat each season. Spring is the pure white color of plum and peach blossoms. These are the ideal times for you to have beautiful "virtual life" photos. Participate in traditional Mong festivals.

Enjoy local cuisine: Take the time to enjoy the specialties of Muong Long. Each dish is not only delicious but also a story about the culture and people here. Shop for local specialties: Don't forget to buy typical products of Muong Long as gifts for relatives and friends, such as Tam Hoa plum, Bo Giang, clean vegetables and fruits and handicraft products.

Socio-economic development results

In the past term, despite facing many difficulties and challenges, especially the severe impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters, epidemics, etc., the consensus and efforts of the Party Committee, government and people of Muong Long commune have achieved many achievements, of important significance in all fields. In terms of economy, the average economic growth rate reached 4.16%/year, exceeding 2.24% compared to the target set by the Resolution of the Congress for the term 2020 - 2025; the economic structure shifted in the right direction. The fields of education, health, culture - society achieved many important results; the quality of education continued to be consolidated and improved; infrastructure was invested in; to date, 1/4 schools have been recognized as national standards (25%). Cultural, information and sports institutions have been invested and upgraded. Preventive medicine, labor, employment, and social security work has been focused on and achieved many results.

Regarding national defense and security, the commune has proactively coordinated closely with the police, military forces and superior authorities in ensuring political security and social order and safety; regularly grasping the situation, promptly handling incidents arising at the grassroots level, preventing the formation of hot spots, and maintaining stability in the area. Up to now, the commune has been recognized as a "drug-free commune".

The work of Party building and political system building was focused on, especially the work of political and ideological education, grasping the situation and orienting ideology and public opinion well. The work of developing new Party members met and exceeded the targets set out in the Resolution. The work of inspection, supervision and enforcement of Party discipline was focused on, implemented strictly and effectively.

The activities of the Fatherland Front and socio-political organizations have gradually improved and diversified in content and methods of operation, especially social security programs, housing construction programs for poor households, households with housing difficulties, meritorious people, policy families, etc.

Definition development directionbefore new opportunities

In addition to the impact of challenges from the world, the region, the country and the province, Muong Long commune still has some difficulties and challenges such as: Being a particularly difficult area, low starting point, high mountainous terrain, little flat land, harsh climate in winter has significantly affected the lives of the people and the economic development and poverty reduction of the commune. Up to now, the whole commune still has 458/1041 poor households (44%); 323 near-poor households (31%). Traffic is still difficult, especially 4/13 villages can only be accessed by car in the dry season, 2/13 villages do not have telephone or internet coverage, 01 village does not have national grid electricity..., the ethnic and religious security situation has many unpredictable risks. The above challenges are unfavorable factors for socio-economic development, ensuring national defense and security in the coming time.

Muong Long commune has advantages in tourism. Being recognized by the People's Committee of Nghe An province as a "community tourism destination" on July 11, 2025 is an important turning point, creating momentum for economic development, cultural preservation and improving people's lives. Especially when the investment in the inter-commune road Muong Long - Bao Nam - Huu Lap is completed and put into operation, it will open up many opportunities for regional connectivity, attracting investment, developing socio-economy and tourism.

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With 8 groups of solutions, the Party Committee of Muong Long commune identifies the key development goals as: Strengthening the great national unity bloc; enhancing the leadership capacity and fighting strength of the Party Committee, building a clean and strong Party. Promoting the potential and advantages of the commune to serve socio-economic development; implementing social security well. Ensuring national defense and security. Striving to build Muong Long into an attractive tourist destination in the Western region of Nghe An.