From around 3 PM on December 31st, bus stations and gateways to Ho Chi Minh City began to fill up as people rushed to leave the city and return to their hometowns for the 4-day New Year's Day holiday in 2026.
During the Lunar New Year celebrations, many people still wonder whether to offer a whole chicken or cut it into pieces when burning incense to their ancestors.
During the Qingming Festival, many people bring offerings to Lac Hong Vien Cemetery, where the graves of their ancestors are located, to light incense and pay their respects.
The Dragon Boat Festival (5th day of the 5th lunar month) has long been a traditional Vietnamese festival, but not everyone knows why it is also called the day for exterminating insects.
On the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, families prepare offerings for the Dragon Boat Festival to present to their ancestors and deities, hoping for a bountiful harvest.
It has become a tradition that during holidays and festivals, families prepare votive paper offerings to burn for the deceased, based on the belief that "what happens in the earthly world is reflected in the afterlife."
In 2021, workers had a total of 19 days off for Tet (Lunar New Year and Gregorian calendar), Hung Kings' Commemoration Day, April 30th - May 1st, and National Day on September 2nd.
The Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee encouraged localities to continue accelerating the distribution of financial support from the 62.000 billion VND social welfare package to people during the holiday period.
Many people have had to be hospitalized due to motion sickness, especially during holidays when overcrowded vehicles make motion sickness more likely and increase the risk of complications.
The first day of the new year, marking the start of a new business year, is extremely important for many families, and a well-written prayer is an indispensable part of the ceremony.
A small gift during Tet (Lunar New Year) not only conveys affection but also reflects the thoughtfulness of the giver. As Tet approaches, let's explore some incredibly meaningful gift ideas.
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