On the 2nd day of Tet, when the spring atmosphere still faintly appears on every street, many rural markets are dressed in a quiet look, different from their usual bustling atmosphere. Contrary to the bustling scene of buying and selling in the days leading up to Tet, today, the rural market space in Dak Lak has become deserted, sparsely populated with both sellers and buyers.
The small market in Eakly commune was originally the living center of local people, with only a few scattered stalls opening. Rows of empty tables, neatly arranged tarpaulin roofs, and a rare peaceful scene.
The items on sale on the first day of the year are mainly essential food such as vegetables, fruits, fresh flowers... However, the quantity of goods is not much. Sellers take advantage of displaying them neatly, selling for good luck rather than expecting revenue. Occasionally, a few people stop by to buy some food for family meals and then quickly leave, without the scene of jostling or bargaining excitedly.
Ms. Loan, a vegetable trader, shared that every year on the 2nd day of Tet, the market is deserted. Many people are still busy visiting relatives or enjoying rare holidays.
I mainly open for sale to have the atmosphere of the beginning of the year, whoever needs to buy" - Ms. Loan said.
Most people have prepared enough food before Tet, so shopping demand is not high. Spring gatherings and New Year wishes seem to be prioritized over buying and selling.
Although the atmosphere is somewhat quiet, many people still feel the very unique characteristics of rural markets on Tet - gentle, slow and peaceful. No longer with rushing cheers or hurried footsteps, the market becomes a quiet cross-section in the bustling spring days, reflecting the leisurely pace of life in the countryside in the first days of the new year.
