Vietnamese Tet Festival Delights Visitors with Culture and Color

The festival, commencing on January 13, features 26 stunning model golden apricot trees, traditional stilt houses adorned with red tile roofs, and various displays that encapsulate the spirit of Tet, the Lunar New Year.

A key attraction is the golden apricot garden, showcasing two rows of 26 trees, each reaching heights of 2 to 3 meters.

Among the vibrant blooms stands a stilt house with distinct blue wooden panels and a red tiled roof, reflecting the idyllic rural architecture of An Giang Province.

This charming house is beautifully decorated with yellow apricot flowers, chrysanthemums, and various traditional artifacts like calligraphy scrolls and ceramics from Lai Thieu pottery village.

Additionally, guests can explore exhibits highlighting unique crafts from different traditional communities, including My An weaving and Dinh Yen mat-making, enriching their visit further.

Starting from January 12, many visitors donned traditional ao dai outfits to capture memorable photos set against the colorful backdrops of the festival.

Two attendees, Ni Ni and her sister Ngoc Nhi, expressed their enthusiasm for arriving early to snap beautiful pictures before larger crowds arrived closer to Tet.

A group of friends danced and filmed exciting videos amid the apricot trees, with one participant, Cao Huynh Bang Thao from Phu Nhuan District, complimenting the lively and vivid decorations.

International tourists also enjoyed wandering through the vibrant festivities, immersing themselves in the cultural experience.

Outside the event venue, along Pham Ngoc Thach and Nguyen Thi Minh Khai streets, the “Phố Ông Đồ” (Street of Calligraphy Masters) buzzes with activity, featuring over 50 calligraphy artists offering good luck inscriptions on red paper.

This traditional practice captivates both locals and visitors alike, serving as a significant cultural highlight of the festival.

The Vietnamese Tet Festival at the Youth Cultural House has been a beloved annual celebration for 18 years, attracting thousands of attendees.

This year, it continues through February 2, the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, providing ample time for visitors to enjoy the festive atmosphere, discover traditional crafts, and celebrate the joyous spirit of Tet.