Stone niche cultivation on Dong Van Rocky Plateau

Stone niche cultivation is a system of traditional knowledge and experience about planting in stone areas of ethnic people on the Dong Van Rocky Plateau through many generations.

This cultivation system includes skills in arranging stones, transporting soil, farming, and maintaining water resources.

Stone niche cultivation is not only an agricultural method, but also a cultural identity of local people. It reflects their resilience, creativity, and determination to master nature.

Stone niche cultivation was recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2014.

Pham Hoan