Tourists eagerly wait to ask for calligraphy.

"Royal Palace Tet" is a series of unique cultural activities aimed at recreating the atmosphere of traditional Tet in the Nguyen Dynasty's Imperial Palace. The space of the Ministry of Interior is elegantly decorated, combining artistic lighting, shimmering lanterns, and experiential areas, creating a journey that takes the public back to the customs of celebrating Tet in the past.

The highlight of the program is the experiential activities steeped in royal and folk traditions, such as the rice cake wrapping competition; the procession of rice cakes offered to ancestors; and calligraphy demonstrations to give auspicious New Year greetings. In addition, visitors can enjoy traditional Tet (Lunar New Year ) cuisine and participate in many unique games.

Show off your skills in wrapping banh chung and banh tet (traditional Vietnamese rice cakes).

Within the framework of the program, the Hue Royal Antiquities Museum collaborates in organizing and guiding many typical games that were once popular in the Imperial Palace and among the people, such as Xam Huong, Bai Vu, Dau Ho, and Tha Tho… These games are not only entertaining but also reflect the rich cultural and spiritual life of the past, helping visitors to better understand the life of the Nguyen Dynasty court.

The festive atmosphere of Tet is further enlivened by spectacular artistic performances. The soulful melodies of Chau Van folk songs and rice-pounding chants, along with familiar spring songs, are meticulously staged by the Hue Royal Court Traditional Arts Theatre, creating an artistic space that is both dignified and intimate, contributing to the celebration of traditional cultural identity.

Experience the Tet specialties of Hue.

Attending the program, Ms. Dong Phuong, a tourist from Nha Trang, shared that this was her first time celebrating Tet (Lunar New Year) in Hue and she was particularly impressed with the recreated Tet atmosphere of the Imperial Palace. “I was very surprised and delighted to directly participate in activities like this. Through it, I gained a clearer understanding of the rich culture and history of our nation. The real-life experience brought very different emotions compared to just seeing it in movies or newspapers,” Ms. Phuong said.

According to the Hue Imperial Citadel Conservation Center, the "Imperial Tet" program not only offers the public and tourists unique cultural experiences but also contributes to honoring the value of Hue's imperial heritage. Through the reconstruction of traditional rituals, games, and customs, the program helps evoke the charm of the traditional Tet holiday, while spreading love for heritage to the community, especially the younger generation.

Text and photos: Alliance

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