In the vast treasure trove of Vietnamese folk art, Xoan singing stands as a unique jewel, inextricably linked to the worship of the Hung Kings — the nation's legendary founders.

VOV.VN - In the collective memory of Hanoians, Lunar New Year (Tet) in Ngoc Ha flower village was once a season of blossoms, sleepless nights tending chrysanthemums and peach trees, and families gathering around wood fires to boil bánh chưng (traditional Tet cake) through the winter chill.

VOV.VN - Amid the joyful atmosphere of the first days of the Lunar New Year, smiles can be seen on the faces of Khmer ethnic people across their hamlets in Can Tho City, as they bid farewell to the old year with positive changes and welcome the new year with hopes for a more prosperous and fulfilling life.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese music is stepping onto the global stage not through imitation, but through the strength of its own cultural identity.

VOV.VN - As Vietnam welcomes the Lunar New Year, thousands of domestic and international visitors flock to the Imperial Citadel of Hue to experience traditional spring rituals, royal performances and the vibrant cultural atmosphere marking the country’s most important holiday.

VOV.VN - On the first day of the Lunar New Year(Tet), large numbers of Hanoi residents visited the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu- Quoc Tu Giam), where the calligraphy area drew long queues of people seeking characters for the new year.

VOV.VN - In the first days of the new year, Hanoi Museum on Pham Hung Street has become a popular cultural destination, drawing residents and tourists with a range of activities, modern exhibition spaces and a free-admission policy in effect through March 2.

VOV.VN - For generations, seeking calligraphy at Lunar New Year (Tet) has been a cherished Vietnamese custom, through which people express aspirations for the year ahead and reaffirm respect for learning and moral values passed down across generations.

Vietnam’s traditional Lunar New Year (Tet) is recognised not only by spring colours, red calligraphy and family reunions, but also by the Tet feast that takes centre stage in the opening days of the year.

VOV.VN - As Vietnam approaches the Year of the Horse 2026, the animal’s symbolism, from the Saint Giong legend to modern growth ambitions, reflects national identity.

VOV.VN - Every spring, as the Lunar New Year (Tet) arrives, the people of Hanoi begin their year with a meaningful spiritual journey: visiting Four Sacred Temples of the former Thang Long Imperial Citadel to pray for peace and good fortune.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s water puppetry, a unique art form dating back to the 11th century, is emerging as a cultural ambassador as the country seeks UNESCO recognition.

VOV.VN - Tens of thousands of residents and visitors gathered around Hoan Kiem Lake, the My Dinh National Stadium, and other designated launch sites across the capital at midnight on February 17 to watch the multi-coloured spectacle of an elaborate fireworks display welcoming the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese peacekeepers at the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) celebrate Lunar New Year (Tet) in Bentiu, South Sudan, balancing security duties with cultural traditions.

VOV.VN - Phở, Vietnam’s iconic noodle soup, is officially recognised as national heritage and is now emerging as a global cultural symbol in the creative economy.

VOV.VN - Eight towering horse figures, each nearly 10 meters tall, are among the most eye-catching installations drawing residents and visitors to check in at the flower and light technology boulevard along Ha Long Bay in northern Quang Ninh province.

VOV.VN - Nguyen Hue Flower Street, most anticipated event during the Lunar New Year (Tet) festival in Ho Chi Minh City, opened on February 15, drawing large crowds of residents and visitors as Tet celebrations approach.

VOV.VN - At the Hue Spring Festival 2026 welcoming the Lunar New Year of the Horse, the horse mascot has been installed along both banks of the Huong River, with prominent displays at the central fountain area, in front of Quoc Hoc Hue High School, and at Thuong Bac Park.

Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh has agreed to submit the nomination dossier for the documentary heritage of the archives on Indochina preserved in France and Vietnam (1862–1954) to UNESCO for inscription on the Memory of the World Register.

Horses have long been a familiar part of Vietnamese culture, accompanying people from daily life and farming to the battlefield, and often appearing alongside images of generals, deities, honour, and scholarly achievement.

VOV.VN - The Tet Book Street Festival 2026, running from February 15 to 22, 2026, has brought together more than 20 publishing houses from across Vietnam, offering a diverse cultural space in the Lunar New Year or Tet.

At the 2026 Spring Fair, the image of the horse – the mascot of this Lunar Year – has emerged prominently across exhibition spaces and in a wide range of finely crafted gemstone sculptures.

VOV.VN - Streets across Hanoi take on a festive look ahead of the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026, with parks and flower gardens filled with spring colors. Around Hoan Kiem Lake, Thong Nhat Park, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, floral displays and horse-themed decorations line public spaces.

VOV.VN - The largest spring flower display in Hanoi opened at the Ly Thai To Flower Garden by Hoan Kiem Lake on February 13, offering residents and visitors a vibrant cultural space to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s Thai Ha Books JSC had the opportunity to connect to copyright holders and exchange content with large publishers worldwide at the 11th International Istanbul Publishing Fellowship Programme 2026, held in Istanbul, Turkey, from February 10-12.

VOV.VN - The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has just launched a nationwide photo and video contest titled “Happy Tet” as part of the broader “Happy Vietnam” programme to showcase a peaceful, warm and humane Vietnam.

VOV.VN - Foreign visitors are stepping beyond sightseeing to immerse themselves in the cultural traditions of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, taking part in hands-on Lunar New Year (Tet) preparations ahead of the Year of the Horse 2026.

The Hue Monuments Conservation Centre launched the “Tet at Royal Palace” programme on February 11 at Phu Noi Vu (Internal Affairs Office) within the Hue Imperial Citadel with a series of special cultural activities.

VOV.VN - The Australian Embassy in Vietnam has extended Lunar New Year greetings while reviewing progress across key areas of cooperation, with Ambassador Gillian Bird and embassy officials expressing confidence in the continued growth of the Vietnam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

VOV.VN - In Can Tho City, young Khmer artisans are turning traditional craftsmanship into sustainable livelihoods, blending entrepreneurial ambition with a strong commitment to preserving and promoting their community’s cultural heritage.