On April, 27, Hanoi Union of Friendship Organization (HAUFO) along with five embassies of India, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand in Hanoi held a ceremony for Lunar New Year of some Asian countries. The event witnessed the participation of around 200 representatives from HAUFO; Hanoi related agencies; Friendship organizations of Vietnam with India, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand; as well as other faces from Business community, embassies... On behalf of Hanoi leaders and people, Chairwoman of HAUFO Nguyen Lan Huong with ardent and warm attitude, wished all the attendants a happy and thriving new year. She hopes that with honest sharing and peaceful people-to-people diplomatic activities of HAUFO, mutual understanding as well as relationship between Vietnam, Hanoi - the capital with other countries, cities would be closer, tighter. Cambodian Ambassador to Vietnam Prak Nguon Hong thanked the HAUFO for holding this meaningful event, which … [Read more...] about Photo gallery – Reappear some unique customs in celebrating Asian lunar new year – Hanoi Times
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Hanoi to display fireworks to ring in Lunar New Year
Around the Country Hanoi to display fireworks to ring in Lunar New Year Tuesday, Feb 6, 2018,17:28 (GMT+7) Hanoi to display fireworks to ring in Lunar New Year The government of Hanoi City will display fireworks at 30 locations on Lunar New Year’s Eve, according to local news reports. Nine fireworks shows at high altitude will take place at Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Khanh Lake, Hoang Cau Lake, Thong Nhat Park, Lac Long Quan Flower Garden, Van Quan Lake in Ha Dong District, Thanh Tich Park in My Dinh Sport Complex in Nam Tu Liem District, Vinhomes Riverside Ecological Urban Area in Long Bien District, and Son Tay Ancient Citadel. The other displays will be at low altitude. Down to the south, HCMC will also put on fireworks shows to welcome the Lunar New Year (Tet), which begins on February 16 this year. Six display venues on Lunar New Year’s Eve are the Saigon River Tunnel linking districts 1 and 2, Dam Sen Park in District … [Read more...] about Hanoi to display fireworks to ring in Lunar New Year
Major cultural events in HCMC for Lunar New Year holiday
Around Town Major cultural events in HCMC for Lunar New Year holiday Hoang Phong Wednesday, Jan 31, 2018,22:08 (GMT+7) Major cultural events in HCMC for Lunar New Year holidayHoang Phong A calligrapher writes lucky words for customers - PHOTO: THANH HOA HCMC is preparing a variety of major cultural and entertainment activities at many places in the city center during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, which begins on February 16 this year. Street of calligraphers One of the traditional events in the lead up to Tet holiday is Pho ong do (street of calligraphers) at the HCMC Youth Cultural House on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Pham Ngoc Thach streets. This year, the event will take place from February 2 to 15 (from the 17th to the 30th of the 12th lunar month). More than 30 calligraphers of different ages and in traditional Vietnamese costumes are ready at booths to write meaningful words for Tet at the request of customers. … [Read more...] about Major cultural events in HCMC for Lunar New Year holiday
Pagodas overwhelmed with pilgrims during Lunar New Year holiday
Around Town Pagodas overwhelmed with pilgrims during Lunar New Year holiday Nguyen Quy Monday, Feb 26, 2018,22:04 (GMT+7) Pagodas overwhelmed with pilgrims during Lunar New Year holidayNguyen Quy Visitors admire the unique architecture of the Lady Thien Hau Temple in District 5, HCMC - PHOTOS: HOANG PHONG The first lunar month is the busiest time of year at most pagodas and temples in HCMC as huge throngs of pilgrims are coming there to pray for health, wealth and good luck for the New Lunar Year. For centuries, many Vietnamese have kept the tradition of visiting pagodas during the first days of the lunar calendar to pray for peace and fortune for family. Famous pagodas in District 5 are always crowded with visitors. In particular, Minh Huong Pagoda where Quan Cong, an ancient Chinese historical figure, is worshiped for his loyalty and sincerity and the Lady Thien Hau Temple dedicated to Thien Hau, a traditional Chinese … [Read more...] about Pagodas overwhelmed with pilgrims during Lunar New Year holiday
Lunar New Year holiday 2019 to last for 9 days
A man holds up a branch of peach blossom, which is a key feature of Vietnam's Lunar New Year traditions (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The 2019 Lunar New Year holiday will fall on February 4-8, which means it will span nine days including the two weekends, according to a newly approved proposal. … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year holiday 2019 to last for 9 days