The Vietnamese Village Tet event, a beloved annual tradition, invites guests to immerse themselves in the vibrant customs and rituals of Vietnamese culture’s most celebrated holiday.
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| Banh chung, a seasonal delicacy, is an integral part of the traditional Tet holiday in Vietnam. Photo: VietArt |
Scheduled for January 18, this festive celebration takes place in the enchanting Duong Lam Ancient Village. Organized by the Son Tay Town People’s Committee and the Hanoi Promotion Agency (HPA), the event promises a unique cultural experience, showcasing the warmth and joy of the Lunar New Year.
Foreign guests are encouraged to join in the festivities, donning traditional ao dai attire. The program offers a captivating array of activities that highlight the timeless beauty of Vietnamese Tet traditions, with something for everyone to enjoy.
A highlight of the event is the vibrant Tet Market, where visitors can immerse themselves in the bustling atmosphere of a Vietnamese New Year celebration. Local vendors offer an array of festive treats, crafts, and goods, adding to the lively spirit of the holiday.
The communal courtyard of Mong Phu hosts enchanting ethnic art performances, and as guests explore the village, they can capture memories at iconic landmarks and discover exhibitions featuring local specialties, including Dong Ho paintings, Chuong Village conical hats, incense sticks from Quang Phu Cau, and toy figurines from Xuan La Village – a true celebration of Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage.
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| A glimpse of the charming Duong Lam Ancient Village. Photo: Phuong Chuot |
Beyond the visual delights, guests can actively participate in traditional Tet customs, such as calligraphy, making the famous banh chung (square sticky rice cakes), and crafting sweet peanut candy. The fun continues with traditional games like blindfolded pot smashing, cockfighting, and water puppetry, offering a playful insight into Vietnamese culture.
Now in its 4th edition, the “Vietnamese Village Tet” event is a wonderful opportunity for locals and tourists alike to celebrate the Lunar New Year while honoring Vietnam’s cherished cultural values. It is a celebration that captures the essence of community, tradition, and joy.
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Nestled in the namesake commune of Son Tay Town, Hanoi, Duong Lam Ancient Village is a captivating destination. Its authentic traditional houses and rich expressions of Vietnamese rice culture leave visitors with a deep sense of the area’s heritage. Duong Lam is one of the few ancient villages in Vietnam that has successfully preserved much of its traditional architecture. Notable features include an ancient village gate, a communal house, temples, pagodas, shrines, tombs, wells, and observation posts, each with a story to tell. The village’s heritage buildings are constructed from laterite, a traditional material sourced from the area. This unique stone imparts enduring strength and a timeless grace to the structures, reflecting the resilience and beauty of Vietnamese culture. |
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