Tet holiday in Northern Vietnam

As Tet (Lunar New Year) approaches, the North of Vietnam is once again enveloped in a bustling atmosphere of preparation for the new year. Vibrant colors blanket the streets, permeate every market, and appear under every roof, signaling the end of the old year. Despite the many changes brought about by modern life, the flavor of Tet in the North remains, preserving the traditional customs of the past. These include peach blossoms, kumquats, banh chung (traditional rice cakes), fatty pork, pickled onions, couplets, folk paintings, and even the elegant pastime of growing narcissus flowers…

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