During the programme in Lao Cai province, activities will include the Upper Temple and Sa Pa on cloud festivals, traditional Bac Ha horse racing and other tourism festivities as well as a competition to conquer the peak of Mount Fansipan.

Previously, on February 26, 2010 some activities took place in Lao Cai province, including a spring press festival, a photo exhibition, a night of poetry reciting and folk songs and a special show by a Chinese performance troupe.

Under the framework of the “Tracing the Roots 2010” programme, Yen Bai province will organise the Dong Cuong and Dai Cai-Luc Yen Temple Festivals, Muong Lo tourism and culture week and a 100th anniversary celebration for the province. Phu Tho province will also hold similar events under the programme.

Thousands of visitors are expected to participate in these activities.