The sixth version of the Tam Giac Mach (Buckwheat) Flower Festival opened in the northwest province of Ha Giang on November 28 as a means of commemorating the 10th anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of the Dong Van Karst Plateau as a global geopark. 

A music gala serves to launch the flower festival and mark the start of celebrations for the 10th anniversary of Dong Van Karst Plateau being recognised as a global geopark by UNESCO.

Delegates gather to participate in the event.

Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Uong Chu Luu lauds the efforts made by Ha Giang’s Party organisation, administration, and local citizens to overcome various challenges and help the locality to move forward.

Toshiyuki Mastumoto, education programme specialist from UNESCO’s Hanoi Office, notes that the nation’s renowned Karst Plateau can serve as an example for other members in the UNESCO network to follow.

Ethnic groups perform various traditional dances to entertain visitors.

Tam Giac Mach, also known as "triangle oat", is a tiny wild flower that is known for its triangular-shaped leaves and pink colour. Indeed, fields of "triangle oat" prove to be a key factor in attracting visitors to Ha Giang.

Here are some photos of the occasion’s outstanding art performances.

Hundreds of local residents mix with tourists as they attend the festival.