"Back to Origins" is the theme of this year's Tet calligraphy exhibition at the Temple of Literature from February 2-15.

 Of the four people who are considered the “leading calligraphers” of Vietnam, Cung Khac Luoc is the only person with a PhD degree in Han script and Nom script.

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 VietNamNet Bridge – Twice a week, Yoko Kamiharako takes a taxi to a small calligraphy class in Binh Thanh District from her residence in District 1.

Once the preserve of ancient scholars and elites, calligraphy has enjoyed a renaissance in recent years as anxious students seek hangings in ancient Han-Nôm characters which are thought to bring good luck. 

VietNamNet Bridge – Over a week before the traditional New Year, dozens of calligraphers of different ages have gathered on Hanoi’s Van Mieu Street as usual.