Flower Hmong Girl
Our early morning visit to Can Cau revealed a vibrant, colorful marketplace nestled against the mountain hillsides.
Each Saturday the local tribes gather to exchange agriculture, animal and textile products. And then some.
In Vietnam, the Hmong represent the primary ethnic group in mountainous regions. And, within this group, several subcultures exist.
The “Flower” Hmong comprise the principle minority in the area and their dress almost resembles a kaleidoscopic vision. The embroidery that decorates their clothes distinguishes each tribe within the various Hmong tribes in the region.
It was an amazing experience.
And a great photography opportunity…
Fabric market
Vibrant colored embroidery
Strong elderly woman
Baby carrier
Mother with child
Packing 50kg (110 lbs)
Leading a donkey (in town)
Elderly man
Yum!
9:59 pm on January 7th, 2010
Really great pics Greg… the Baby Carrier one in particular is amazing, I love it!