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A roaring start to spring at Dong Ky festival

Thousands attended the Dong Ky firecracker procession in Bac Ninh during the Lunar New Year 2026 (Tet), honoring Saint Thien Cuong.

The thousand-year-old temple of the sacred white horse in Hanoi

Guarding the eastern side of ancient Thang Long, Bach Ma (White Horse) Temple carries a solemn, timeworn beauty and layers of cultural and historical stories intertwined with the capital city of Hanoi.

Seeking the word of wisdom at Vietnam’s first university

On the second day of Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026, crowds gather at the Temple of Literature to seek calligraphy and pray for academic success.

Thousands flock to Saigon Zoo for Tet parade

On February 18, the second day of the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, thousands of residents flocked to Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens in HCMC to watch an animal parade and stroll through its lush, shaded grounds.

Eight decades of change on Vietnam’s banknotes

A journey from the first independent banknotes in 1946 to today’s polymer era reveals how Vietnam’s currency has mirrored its political history and economic transformation.

Golden couples of Vietnamese sports

Beyond their dedication and the glory they bring home, these “golden couples” have also inspired fans with beautiful, uplifting images of love and companionship.

People flock to Hanoi temples to pray for luck on Lunar New Year’s Day

The capital’s ancient pagodas welcomed waves of worshippers on Tet’s first day, where tradition, faith and festive joy blended in the early spring air.

Tet blossoms in Africa with Vietnamese peacekeepers

While security challenges persist, Vietnamese peacekeepers continue their medical mission and celebrate Lunar New Year (Tet) with resilience and pride.

Ancient HCM City temple draws crowds for ‘beating the petty spirit’ ritual

In the final days before Tet, visitors flock to On Lang Assembly Hall to seek blessings and carry out a long-standing Chinese-Vietnamese custom.

Crowds flood Hanoi and HCMC centers for Lunar New Year countdown

On the final night of the lunar year, streets in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City filled with people gathering for fireworks and the sacred moment of transition into the Year of the Horse 2026.

Party General Secretary To Lam offers incense at Ly Thai To monument

On the final evening of the lunar year, just before the stroke of midnight, Party General Secretary To Lam paid tribute at the Ly Thai To monument and extended Tet greetings to Hanoi’s Party committee, authorities and people.

Through the night for Tet: The warmth of banh chung and banh tet

As the year wanes, narrow alleys in Ho Chi Minh City glow red with firelight, carrying the scent of sticky rice and the quiet devotion of families awaiting spring.

First Tet in Vietnam, foreign guests hear gongs on Saigon River

International visitors celebrating Lunar New Year (Tet) in Vietnam for the first time are now able to listen to Central Highlands gong performances while cruising along the Saigon River.

Festive spirit fills Hanoi streets before Lunar New Year

Crowds gather around Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi’s Old Quarter as Tet 2026 approaches, soaking in spring colors and festive traditions.

Tet comes alive in Vinh Long’s paper flower village

The vibrant scenery of Phu Son bougainvillea village in Vinh Long has been drawing large numbers of visitors who come to admire and photograph its dazzling colors in the days leading up to Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026.

Ninh Binh’s ancient cave carvings recognized as priceless heritage

The 18 Arhat ma nhai carvings dating from the late Ly dynasty to the early Tran dynasty are the only works in Vietnam carved directly onto a cave wall and have just been recognized as a National Treasure.

The secret world of the Mermaid Cave in Ninh Binh

The Mermaid Cave in Thung Nham reveals a mysterious underground world of glittering stalactites, emerald waters, and natural beauty shaped over millions of years.

Bonsai masterpieces at Yen Tu blossom into symbols of prosperity

As Tet approaches, the Yen Tu Yellow Apricot Fair in Quang Ninh bursts into life with hundreds of rare bonsai masterpieces worth billions of dong, each carrying the dedication and artistry of its creator.

Nguyen Hue Flower Street 2026 opens with record-scale floral and digital art

This year’s Nguyen Hue Flower Street dazzles with giant horse-themed installations, cutting-edge mapping technology, and a vibrant celebration of Vietnamese culture.

Ly Thai To Park opens as HCMC’s new memorial to Covid-19 victims

After more than 90 days of renovation, the green “quiet space” at 1 Ly Thai To has been reborn as a place of reflection and humanity in Ho Chi Minh City.