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.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 1 — On the afternoon of the first day of the Lunar New Year of the Year of the Horse 2026, the Temple of Literature welcomes many families bringing children for spring outings and sightseeing. In the early days of the year, it is a familiar destination for Hanoi residents.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 2 — From early afternoon, the ticket counters are crowded with visitors queuing to purchase admission tickets.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 3 — Many visitors come to the Temple of Literature at the start of the year to seek calligraphy and express their aspirations.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 4 — “Every first day of Tet, my family and I come here to seek calligraphy. I only hope that in the new year our grandparents, parents and loved ones will have smooth work, good fortune and peace,” a visitor says.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 5 — Seeking calligraphy at the start of spring reflects a long-standing Vietnamese tradition of valuing learning and knowledge, preserved across generations.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 6 — Young people are among the steady stream of visitors making offerings at the worship area dedicated to Confucius and Chu Van An.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 7 — Despite a sharp rise in visitor numbers, on-site arrangements are carried out in an orderly manner, ensuring public security.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 8 — Visitors queue to buy paper before waiting their turn to receive calligraphy.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 9 — After a fairly long wait, young visitors are delighted to receive the characters they requested and closely study each brushstroke.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 10 — At Ho Van Lake within the special national site of the Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam, the “Spring Calligraphy Festival of the Year of the Horse 2026” features 35 calligraphy tents, drawing large numbers of visitors for viewing and hands-on experiences

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 11 — Character choices vary by wish and recipient, with Tho (Longevity) the preferred option for gifts to elders.

crowds flock to temple of literature for new year calligraphy picture 12 — Each brushstroke carries hopes for the new year

Tet culture goes on display at calligraphy street in Ho Chi Minh City

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City launched its annual calligraphy street on January 13, attracting plenty of families and young people keen to soak up the festive atmosphere ahead of the Lunar New Year festival, known locally as Tet.

Seeking calligraphy at Lunar New Year: Spring aspirations

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.

Seeking calligraphy at Lunar New Year: Spring aspirations

Spring calligraphy festival marks Tet 2026 at Temple of Literature

VOV.VN - The annual spring calligraphy festival will return to Ho Van area, within the Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam Special National Relic, Hanoi, on February 11 to kick-start a series of cultural activities in celebration of the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026.

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Crowds flock to Temple of Literature for New Year calligraphy

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.

Tet culture goes on display at calligraphy street in Ho Chi Minh City

Crowds flock to Temple of Literature for New Year calligraphy

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.

Tet culture goes on display at calligraphy street in Ho Chi Minh City

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