Pho Ong Do, a street lined with calligraphers’ stands, has been opened on Pham Ngoc Thach Street in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, becoming a new destination for locals and tourists ahead of Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival.


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Pham Ngoc Thach Street has been decorated with brilliant yellow apricot blossoms before Tet.

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Girls in charming Ao dais (Vietnamese traditional long dress) take photographs.

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Hand-made flowers signals the beginning of spring while, apricot symbolizes the traditional Tet festival in the southern region.

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Calligraphers in traditional Vietnamese costumes showcase their calligraphy skills and works on paper, rocks, wood or bamboo.

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Clay statues are on display.

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A girl models in an Ao dai.

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Calligraphers write words or phrases that mean good luck, health, peace or prosperity at guests’ request.

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A fair showcasing rural products and souvenirs is held on Pham Ngoc Thach Street.

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The street is an ideal destination for guests to take photographs and preserve memories of Tet.


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