Minorities People
Giay Ethnic Group
History - Geography of the Giay Ethnic Group
The Giay people originate from China and migrated to Vietnam approximately 300 years ago.
Historical Origins: The Giay people originate from China and migrated to Vietnam approximately 300 years ago.
Geographical Distribution: The Giay community is concentrated in the provinces of Lao Cai, Ha Giang, Lai Chau, and Yen Bai.
Population, Language: Population: According to the 2019 Census of 53 ethnic minority groups, the Giay ethnic group has a population of 67,858 people, including 34,624 males and 33,234 females.
Language: Their language belongs to the Tay - Thai language group (Tai-Kadai language family).