At recruitment sites across the city, families and loved ones shared emotional moments, embracing, handing over lucky red envelopes, and exchanging last-minute words of encouragement.

The newly built Da Nang Museum, featuring state-of-the-art technology and expanded exhibition spaces, will officially open in March 2025.

The Tam Chuc Spring Festival opened with the iconic water procession, where over 200 boats gathered to perform an ancient Buddhist ritual on Tam Chuc Lake.

As temperatures plunged, some sought warmth by fire pits, while others embraced the winter air with midnight walks and late-night street food outings.

A collection of 45 lacquered snake sculptures, created by artisan Nguyen Tan Phat, symbolizes Vietnam’s vision for prosperity by 2045 while celebrating cultural heritage.

The Sai Temple Festival in Hanoi is famous for its regal procession, but this year, it wasn’t just the pageantry that stole the show - it was the "King’s" hilarious struggle against the winter chill.

Vinh Phuc Pagoda, also known as Am Pagoda, is a historical treasure in Quan Tu Village. Its striking architecture and diverse spiritual elements make it a rare place of worship, preserving centuries of culture and devotion.

Held on the ninth day of the Lunar New Year, the Go Thi Thung horse race attracted 32 competitors, most of whom rode small, untrained workhorses.

At the heart of the Trieu Khuc Village Festival is a mesmerizing performance where young men don traditional women's clothing and execute the delicate yet playful "Con Di Danh Bong" dance, a cherished tradition passed down for generations.

On the 10th day of the Lunar New Year, grilled snakehead fish vendors in Ho Chi Minh City experienced a surge in demand as people lined up to buy the dish for their God of Wealth offerings.

The God of Wealth Day saw soaring demand for gold items beyond traditional rings and bars. Zodiac-themed figurines and symbolic charms flew off the shelves, as many opted for more unique and meaningful purchases to bring luck in the new year.

The belief that purchasing gold on this special day brings financial success has led to an annual phenomenon in Vietnam.

Keo Pagoda, one of Vietnam’s most famous spiritual destinations, is home to two priceless national treasures and remains a well-preserved masterpiece of Le Dynasty architecture.

Vietnam’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) power plants, Nhon Trach 3 and 4, are nearing completion and are set to integrate into the national power grid.

On February 6 (the ninth day of the Lunar New Year), thousands of people from Ho Chi Minh City and nearby provinces gathered at Phuoc Hai Pagoda, also known as Jade Emperor Pagoda, to pray for luck and prosperity.

Hundreds of worshippers gathered at Phuc Khanh Pagoda on the evening of February 5 for the La Hau star appeasement ceremony. As the temple grounds overflowed, many stood on Tay Son Street, praying from a distance in hopes of a peaceful year ahead.

Since the launch of economic reforms nearly 40 years ago, Vietnam has witnessed extraordinary development, marked by ambitious infrastructure projects and modern urban landscapes.

Every year, strong and healthy buffaloes, adorned in vibrant colors, become the highlight of the Tich Dien Festival in Ha Nam, celebrating an ancient tradition of royal plowing.

As the night deepens, the crowd at Vieng Market swells, with eager visitors seeking a lucky purchase - most often a green plant - to ensure a prosperous and smooth new year.

The Tich Dien Festival blends history, spirituality, and community in a grand celebration of farming and prosperity.