“Maturity” ritual of Dao ethnic in Lao Cai
(VOVWORLD) - “Cấp sắc”, which means “maturity ritual”, is a typical cultural feature of the Dao people. A Dao man is not allowed to practice or join rituals until he attends the “cap sac” ceremony. The coming-of-age ceremony often takes place in the first, eleventh or twelfth lunar month of the year when locals enjoy free time after the harvest.