Coc Ly Market

Coc Ly market meets every Tuesday. Although it is not a big market, Coc Ly plays a very important role for the ethnic minorities in the Northwest of Ha. This is a meeting place, exchanging goods, buying and selling of the Hoa Mong, Black Dao and Nung ethnic groups. Goods sold at the market are local products and utensils brought from the plains or imported from China. In addition, the market is also a place to meet, exchange and express the feelings of ethnic people. Not only is the exchange of goods, Coc Ly market is also one of the few markets in Sapa that still retains the traditional cultural features.

Located on the banks of Chay river, Coc Ly market is about 12 km west of Bac Ha town center, Lao Cai. Most markets in the Northwest have recently been affected by tourism, Coc Ly market is no exception, but the market is always attractive because it still retains its wild and idyllic features. Those who want to find the full features of a pure rural market cannot ignore Coc Ly market, Bac Ha. It is this unique feature that has helped Coc Ly become one of the attractive tourist destinations in Sapa.

Like other markets of ethnic minorities in Sapa, Coc Ly market gathers a variety of goods from local products to utensils brought from the lowlands and imported goods from China. However, locals come to the market not only to shop but also to meet friends, eat and socialize with each other. The market is divided into separate stalls, which are areas for buying and selling buffaloes, cows, horses, areas for selling fruits, living utensils and food areas. Visitors will have the opportunity to witness the colorful costumes of the ethnic groups and hear their languages. Hmong girls stand out in colorful and graceful dresses with umbrellas flying over their heads. They often gather in one spot to socialize and more importantly, to find a mate. This is also a unique feature of Coc Ly market compared to other markets of ethnic minorities in Sa Pa.

Coming to Coc Ly market, visitors will be really fascinated by the traditional beauty inherent to the Mong, Tay, Nung ethnic groups... The boys and girls of the Mong people carry baskets of corn wine and produce. forests such as black mushrooms, shiitake, honey ..., while old people lead buffaloes, cows, dogs, horses ... to the market to sell. The largest and most vibrant area is probably where livestock and poultry are sold. Seen from afar, Coc Ly market looks like a vivid picture of all colors, with the participation of all ages from children, teenagers to the elderly. All of them gather at the market to sell goods or buy necessary items, meet and exchange with excited and genuine faces.

After visiting the market, visitors can comfortably walk along Chay River to experience the peace of nature and people here. The river becomes much more beautiful and poetic thanks to 2 majestic mountains. The two banks of the river are beautiful sandy beaches, villages of the Tay and H'mong ethnic groups and spectacular waterfalls. This place is very suitable for tourists who love to explore the beauty of culture and nature. It can be said that Coc Ly market is an impressive highlight of Sapa tourism. Coming to Coc Ly market is to immerse yourself in the colorful cultural beauty, experience the meeting place of loving couples, learn about the daily activities of local people, and at the same time immerse themselves in the natural scenery. love, dream.