Mohan Festivals and Events
Mohan is a place where multi-ethnic groups inhabit including Dai, Miao, Yao, Hani, etc. Different nationalities create different culture and festivals. Besides, as a border town, there are also some festivals in Mohan related to the border culture.
1.The Water Splashing Festival
In Xishuangbanna, the Water Sprinkle Festival, is an important festivity. This is the day when the Dai-minority celebrate New Year. It is the Dai people's ritual of bestowing blessings on others.
2. “Gatangpa” Festival嘎汤帕节
“Gatangpa” Festival is held during lunar January 1st to January 4th. It’s a festival of Hani who commemorate the festival by making tsampas, holding memorial ceremony for God and preparing a feast.
3.China-Laos Border Cultural Tourism Festival
Mohan in China and Boten in Laos shares many common point such as the ethnic people, language, customs, etc. This festival can enlarge bilateral exchanges and promote friendship and also the economic, cultural and tourism cooperation.
4. China-Laos-Thai International Mall
Each year, there will be China-Laos-Thai International Mall held at the border of China and Laos. In fact, it is a kind of shopping which can boost the business economy. A lot of stalls stand here to sell all kinds of agricultural products and game.
