There are over 5,400 churches across Vietnam, and many magnificent new ones are being built or have been completed, attracting not only Christians but also tourists near and far.

The permanent exhibition themed Khơi Nguồn Đạo Học (Initial Sources of Education) highlights the outstanding contributions of prestigious people in the "historical flow" of Vietnamese education.

Studies have shown that Vietnamese dragons have many differences from those of other Asian countries.

After over a thousand years of ups and downs, Chuon Ngo’s mother-of-pearl products have made a name for themselves in both domestic and foreign markets.

In fine arts, painters often use brushes and paints, but artist Nguyen Thu Huyen uses needles and fabrics to create works of any theme.

Experts have affirmed the role of the local community as the "holder and practitioner" of heritage.

Many visitors have flocked to the ongoing spring calligraphy festival 2024 getting underway at Hanoi’s Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam, or Temple of Literature, as they ask for calligraphic works on the first days of the lunar new year.

Nguyen Thi Bon, one of artisans of the centuries-old tussore silk weaving craft, does not remember exactly when she started engaging in this craft.

Vietnamese fashion has a strong and unique statement on the international playground and welcomes the new waves from the young creative generation contributing to the development of the country’s fashion industry.

Going to festivals at the beginning of the year is a long-standing tradition of Vietnamese people. It is also a occasion for people to spend time with their families and friends while praying for luck and good things for the new year.

As Tet approaches, the festive atmosphere covers every corner of Vietnam. Each ethnic group has its own way of celebrating in terms of timing, rituals, customs and cuisine, creating a colourful panorama in the tapestry of national Tet celebrations.

To ensure good luck for the house, the selected “first foot” is normally required to have zodiac signs compatible with the host. He or she should also be successful and content with life.

Giving away lucky money is a traditional Lunar New Year (Tet) custom through which Vietnamese people exchange the best wishes with one another, hoping for a year of peace and good luck.

Markets form a unique feature of every rural area whenever the Lunar New Year (Tet) approaches as they carry traditional cultural values and are deeply imbued with the soul of the Vietnamese countryside.

The Huong Pagoda Festival, the longest of its kind in Vietnam, is set to open in Huong Son commune, Hanoi’s outlying district of My Duc, on February 11 (the second day of the lunar new year) and last until May 1.

During the Lunar New Year (Tet) festival, each ethnic group in Vietnam has its own culinary specialties that reflect the culture of their people and are used as offerings to worship their ancestors.

The capital city of Hanoi is expected to set a Southeast Asian record with a majestic light and sound performance supported by 2,024 unmanned aerial vehicles in the sky on Lunar New Year's Eve.

The traditional Vietnamese long dress or Ao Dai has become a popular choice for Tet photos this year.

Nguyen Hue walking street, one of the famous tourist sites in Ho Chi Minh City, has been given a flowery facelift as part of efforts to welcome in the Year of the Dragon ahead of its official opening on the evening of February 7.

Vietnamese teen models Bao Ha and Ngoc Anh put on several impressive performances during the 2024 Fall/Winter edition of Seoul Fashion Week held from February 1 to 5 in the Republic of Korea.