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Emotional reunion: 85-year-old sister visits her 90-year-old sibling for Tet

In a small village in Phu Tho, an 85-year-old woman’s wish to visit her older sister for Tet led to a reunion that stirred deep emotions, proving that family ties never fade with time.

Tay Ho Temple packed with worshippers on first workday after Tet

The famous temple saw an overwhelming number of visitors as office workers and entrepreneurs took a short break to pray for good fortune.

Vietnam reports 153 fire incidents over Tet holiday

During the nine-day Lunar New Year holiday, Vietnam experienced 153 fire incidents, with electrical short circuits being the primary cause.

Hanoi welcomes 1 million tourists during Tet holiday

Hanoi hosted some 1 million tourists during the nine-day Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday which began on January 25, marking a year-on-year rise of 6%.

Family joy: 94-year-old grandfather’s Tet dance goes viral

A heartwarming moment of a 94-year-old grandfather dancing with his grandchildren during Tet has captivated millions on social media.

Spring pilgrimage to Ba Den Mountain: A journey of faith and blessings

The Lunar New Year marks a time for spiritual reflection and renewal, as crowds of visitors ascend Ba Den Mountain to take part in traditional prayers and celebrations.

5km-long traffic jam as cars flood back into Hanoi after Tet holiday

Late on the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, heavy congestion occurred at the end of the Phap Van - Cau Gie Expressway as thousands of vehicles returned to Hanoi.

Visitors flock to Nha Trang during Tet to explore attractive island tours

During the Tet holiday, the Nha Trang harbor is packed with both locals and tourists eager to embark on island tours in the picturesque Nha Trang Bay, with thousands making their way to explore the region’s popular islands.

Campaign launched to combat counterfeit and pirated books during Tet 2025

A new campaign to tackle counterfeit and pirated books has been launched as part of the Tet 2025 Book Street Festival, aiming to protect publishers and restore readers’ trust in authentic books.

Da Nang sees record-breaking tourism revenue during Tet 2025

The Lunar New Year holiday of 2025 proved to be a major success for Da Nang's tourism industry, with an influx of visitors and significant revenue growth.

A taste of Tet: Foreigners try their hand at making Vietnam’s festive rice cakes

Making banh chung and banh tet is an art that demands precision and care. For two foreign visitors, the challenge was part of the fun as they embraced this traditional Tet experience.

More than 11,600 babies born in Vietnam during five-day Tet holiday

While hospitals remained busy over the Lunar New Year, with over 39,000 emergency visits and more than 128,000 inpatient admissions, they also witnessed the joyous arrival of 11,600 newborns during the five-day holiday.

A time-honored tradition: Calligraphy blessings draw crowds to Van Mieu

At the beginning of the Lunar New Year, thousands of visitors, especially students, gather at Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam in Hanoi to receive calligraphy, hoping for academic success and a year filled with luck and prosperity.

Celebrating Tet above the clouds with traditional Vietnamese flavors

On her journey home for the Lunar New Year, Nguyen Thanh Hang felt the essence of Tet the moment she stepped onto a Vietnam Airlines flight, where festive dishes were served mid-air.

Fried giant snakehead fish: A lucky dish for the New Year, selling out fast

In Southern Vietnam, a delicious fried giant snakehead fish is not only a favorite delicacy but is also believed to bring good fortune in the New Year, making it a top choice for customers this holiday season.

Vietnam's major airports welcome over 1.1 million passengers in pre-Tet rush

Vietnam’s three largest airports saw a significant increase in passenger traffic in the days leading up to Tet, with over 1.1 million people passing through.

Da Nang welcomes first international visitors of the Lunar New Year

Da Nang has kicked off the Lunar New Year with a vibrant influx of tourists, welcoming thousands of international visitors arriving by air and sea.

Ha Long Bay welcomes New Year guests with over 500 international tourists

The first day of the Lunar New Year saw the arrival of more than 500 international tourists to Ha Long Bay, offering a promising start for tourism in Quang Ninh.

Vietnam welcomes 7,000 newborns during the Lunar New Year

The clock strikes midnight, and the first newborns of the Year of the Snake arrive in hospitals across Vietnam, filling the air with celebration and hope.

Vietnam’s most stunning pagodas for a meaningful start to 2025

The Lunar New Year is a time for reflection and renewal, and visiting sacred temples is a cherished tradition for many Vietnamese seeking peace and good fortune.