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New Year boat race in Hoi An
On February 4th, a traditional boat racing was held on the Hoai River in the ancient town of Hoi An, Quang Nam province. The annual event attracted more than 5,000 local people and international tourists.
 

boat race, hoi an, hoai river

The racers were young people representing the wards of Cua Dai, Minh An, Cam Kim ... of Hoi An city.

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

In particular, this year's competition had five special racers who were foreign tourists.

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

However, the foreign racers were quickly exhausted during the 4km distance.

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

The boys of Cam Kim Ward always took the lead.

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

While the boys were trying to row ...

boat race, hoi an, hoai river

... suddenly, people threw water onto them to wish for good luck.

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

The guys of Cam Kim Ward won both awards called “cung” (worship) and “ruou” (alcohol) of the competition.

 boat race, hoi an, hoai river

Many tourists rent small boats to row to the Hoai River to cheer on the racers.

boat race, hoi an, hoai river

The organizing committee presented lanterns to foreign racers.

boat race, hoi an, hoai river

The winners received the VND1 million award ($50).

Source vietnamnet.vn