The event is one of the activities to celebrate the 120 years of Sapa tourism and mark the 51st anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and India (January 7, 1972 - January 7, 2023) and the 16th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam - India Strategic Partnership (July 6, 2007 - July 6, 2023).
The highlight of the celebration is a yoga performance "Salute to the Sun - Salute to the top of Fansipan" on the summit of Fansipan Mountain with the participation of over 500 people from 25 domestic and international Yoga clubs.
Speaking at the event, Vice Chairman of Lao Cai provincial People's Committee Giang Thi Dung said this is the second time Lao Cai has joined the Yoga Day celebration which helps promote Yoga and strengthen the friendship and cultural cooperation between Lao Cai province and Indian localities.
The event also helps introduce to domestic and international friends the province’s unique features and help local people learn more about the country, the people of India, and Yoga, she said.
Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Sandeep Arya said that he is impressed by the popularity of Yoga in Vietnam as this year's 9th International Yoga Day is observed in 35 provinces and cities across Vietnam.
On this occasion, Lao Cai launches a new tourism product "Healing", with which visitors can experience tours with the combination of Yoga practice and indigenous knowledge about health care.
