On February 7 in Hanoi, the Vietnamese Party, State, National Assembly (NA), Government, and Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee's leaders and former leaders paid their respects to President Ho Chi Minh by laying wreaths at his mausoleum. This solemn event took place before the Lunar New Year or Tet, signifying the deep reverence and gratitude of the nation towards its founding father.
Several eateries and stores in Hanoi have recently declared their temporary shutdown on February 7th, the 28th day of the last month in the lunar calendar, which is two days prior to the eve of the lunar New Year.
Many roads out of Hanoi are currently experiencing heavy traffic as people travel back to their hometowns for the seven-day Tet holiday, which begins on February 8th.
The An Thai village in Binh Dinh province is bustling with activity during this time of the year as the residents are working tirelessly to fulfill orders for the upcoming Lunar New Year, also known as Tet.
Nguyen Hue walking street, a popular tourist destination in Ho Chi Minh City, has undergone a stunning transformation in preparation for the Year of the Dragon. The street, set to officially open on the evening of February 7, has been adorned with vibrant flowers and decorations, creating a magical atmosphere. Visitors can now stroll along this picturesque street, immersing themselves in the festive spirit and enjoying the beauty of the surroundings. With its new and enchanting look, Nguyen Hue walking street is ready to welcome locals and tourists alike to celebrate the upcoming Year of the Dragon.
In addition to apricots, peach blossoms, and kumquats, which are all popular bonsai trees for Tet decorations, gardeners in Ho Chi Minh City are also offering customers multicolored bougainvilleas at prices reaching hundreds of millions of VND.
To celebrate the Lunar New Year, dragon mascots have been placed at different spots throughout Thua Thien - Hue province in central Vietnam. These installations have become popular attractions, drawing in both locals and tourists alike.
Several popular tourist spots such as Ha Giang, Moc Chau, Da Nang, and Phu Yen received high praises from international media in 2023. This recognition has greatly elevated their status on the global tourism map.
Large quantities of fresh and ornamental flowers have been transported from various regions across the country to Ho Chi Minh City. This is in response to the high demand from urban residents who are eager to celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year, also known as Tet.
