Buffalo and bull fighting festival in western Nghe An

The buffalo and bull fighting festival of the Mong people in Ky Son district has been formed since ancient times, becoming a unique traditional culture of the nation. The festival is usually held on the occasion of the fair, especially on the occasion of New Year. When the village has a happy job, even celebrating a new house, they also organize a buffalo and cow fighting festival.

For the Mong people in Ky Son commune, the fighting bull and buffalo are beloved, named and calculated for age by the owner. Fighting Bulls and buffaloes also symbolize the power, fame and wealth of the owner.

At the beginning of spring, buffalo and bull fighting festivals are held in many areas of Ky Son district, but mainly concentrated in 3 communes: Muong Long, Nam Can and Huoi Tu, Na Ngoi, it has often concentrated in Na Ngoi commune in recent years.

The buffalo and bull fighting festival is a time when people can rest after hard working days. The attraction and thrill is the common feeling about the buffalo and bull fighting festival, so it attracts a lot of local people to attend. This is also the place where the Mong people meet and exchange experiences in raising and fattening two close cattle species in the life of this community.

        Competitions from this unique folk game of the Mong people not only bring joy and excitement, but also show a beauty in preserving cultural values and uniting the community.