The taste of Tet in my hometown.

After months of being busy with studying and working, I temporarily left the hustle and bustle of city life to return to my hometown – where Tet (Vietnamese New Year) still retains its familiar flavors. From the steaming pot of stuffed bitter melon, the vibrant flower garden in front of the house, the pair of watermelons displayed for Tet, to the rich braised pork stew simmering over the fire, each image evokes a part of my childhood memories. Amidst the chaos of life, only when I return home do I fully appreciate the taste of Tet: not just the food, but the reunion, the laughter of my parents, and the peaceful feeling that my hometown always awaits.

Việt Nam•16/02/2026

THE FLAVOR OF TET IN THE HOMELAND

Stuffed bitter melon

THE FLAVOR OF TET IN MY HOMETOWN - 1

Planting flowers for Tet

THE FLAVOR OF TET IN THE HOMELAND - 2

Watermelon for Tet (Vietnamese New Year)

THE FLAVOR OF TET IN THE HOMELAND - 3

Braised pork belly

THE FLAVOR OF TET IN THE HOMELAND - 4

Sunflower

Author Yen Nhi submitted her work "The Colors of Spring in Da Nang " to the "Happy Tet" Photo and Video Contest, launched by the Department of Grassroots Information and External Information (Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism) .

This artwork was created by the artist in Tan Nhuan Dong Commune, Dong Thap Province , Vietnam.

If you enjoy this artwork, please like, comment, and share it to show your support at the link below: https://happy.vietnam.vn/happy-tet/contest-entry-detail/03df95c717a9493c8c9b5ce17b3960b1

The "Happy Tet" Photo and Video Contest is launched by the Department of Grassroots Information and External Information (Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism). Entries must be submitted online via the following digital platform: https://happy.vietnam.vn/happy-tet/contest-entry/photo-contest

- Submission period: From February 10th to March 10th, 2026.

- Voting period: From February 10th to March 10th, 2026.

- Announcement of results and award ceremony: Second quarter of 2026.

Each competition category (photos and videos) has the following prizes and prize values:

- 1st Prize: 1 Terra football, 1 Vietnam National Football Team jersey (Player version), 1 football signed by Coach Kim Sang-sik and the team;

- 1st Prize: 1 football signed by Coach Kim Sang-sik and the team, 1 set of Suvec Vietnam National Football Team merchandise;

- 1st Prize (Third Prize): 1 football signed by Coach Kim Sang-sik and the team, and a Vietnam National Football Team sports backpack;

- 02 Consolation Prizes: 01 football signed by Coach Kim Sang-sik and the team, Polo shirt of the Vietnam National Football Team players;

- 5 special "Happy Spring Trip" prizes for 5 authors (each prize is a Spring Trip for 2 people). With this prize, the winning authors will participate in the "Happy Spring Trip" itinerary with the following activities:

Day 1: Touching Happiness Amidst the Sacred Mountains of Yen Tu:

05:50: Guests gather at Ngoc Son Temple and board the bus to participate in the "Happy Spring Trip - 1 journey, 2 heritage sites" tour in Ha Long, Quang Ninh.

8:30 AM: Upon arriving at the Yen Tu scenic area, guests will participate in a mountain climbing journey to reach happiness, passing by Giai Oan Stream, Hoa Yen Pagoda, Mot Mai Pagoda, Hue Quang Stupa… before arriving at Dong Pagoda on the sacred peak of Yen Tu.

Lunch: Guests will descend to the foot of the mountain and have lunch at Lang Nuong Village.

Afternoon: Attend the Spring Prayer Ceremony led by the local Zen masters (Schedule to be announced later).

After attending the ceremony, guests will travel to Ha Long, Quang Ninh.

Evening: Guests will attend a dinner party at Dragon Pearl Cave, then return to the hotel to check in, rest, and have free time for sightseeing.

Day 2 : A Happy Cruise

Morning: You will embark on a cruise to explore "Ha Long Bay" - Experience happiness amidst the stunning natural beauty of Ha Long Bay.

8:15-9:00 AM: Guests check in at Ha Long International Cruise Port and board the ship.

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM: The cruise ship departs. The tour guide will take you to explore the beauty of Sung Sot Cave - one of the most beautiful caves in the bay.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Guests will travel to visit the paradise island of Titop, with its crystal-clear waters and mountain climbing to admire the panoramic view of Ha Long Bay. Here, guests will have time to take photos together, capturing happy moments with the stunning scenery of their trip.

12:30-1:30 PM: Enjoy a superb lunch at the restaurant on the cruise ship.

13:45-14:45: Guests can choose to participate in a tour exploring Luon Cave by boat (Nam boat) or kayak. This is one of the most picturesque and popular tourist attractions.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Guests continue to explore the bay and enjoy the services on the cruise ship.

4:00 PM: The cruise ship docks. The "Happy Cruise" concludes. Afterwards, board the vehicle to return to the original pick-up point in Hanoi.
- The winning work meets one of the following criteria:

+ The work with the highest number of likes
+ The work with the highest number of shares
+ The work with the most comments
+ The author who submitted the most works
The author captured the most locations.
- Entries submitted for the Happy Tet contest will be considered for the Happy Vietnam 2026 competition.

Winning entries will receive prizes, certificates, widespread media coverage within the framework of the Happy Vietnam program, and will be considered for the Happy Vietnam 2026 competition.

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