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The Kathina Festival

The Kathina Festival is a major observance of Theravada Buddhism. It is the time for people to offer flowers and new robes for monks as well as pray for good weather and happiness. This year, the festival held at the Khmer Pagoda at the Culture-Tourism Village of Vietnamese ethnic groups in Dong Mo, Hanoi attracted a large number of Buddhist followers nationwide.

Mid-Autumn Festival Excitement on Hang Ma Street

Every year, the Hang Ma street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter is abuzz with shoppers eager to purchase decorations in anticipation of the Mid-Autumn Festival, which takes place on September 29 this year.

The Magic of Lanterns: A Canal Celebration for Lord Buddha’s Birthday

Thousands of lanterns illuminated the night sky as a multitude of people congregated at the Phap Hoa Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. The occasion, a grand celebration of the Lord Buddha’s 2568th birthday, saw a sea of devotees gather to offer prayers for peace. It was a spectacle of unity and faith, with the release of lanterns symbolizing a collective wish for tranquility and harmony.

The Magic of Lanterns: A Canal-Side Celebration of Lord Buddha’s Birthday

Thousands of lanterns illuminated the night sky over Ho Chi Minh City on Friday as an estimated crowd of thousands gathered at Phap Hoa Pagoda to offer prayers for peace on the auspicious occasion of Buddha’s 2568th birthday. It was a breathtaking sight as the glowing lanterns were released, creating a sea of light and color that symbolized the collective hopes and aspirations of those present.