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Hanoi’s pagodas packed ahead of First Full Moon Festival

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VOV.VN - Many temples and pagodas throughout the capital have been left crowded with people preparing offerings for the 15th day of the first lunar month, which is known locally as "Tet Nguyen Tieu", the First Full Moon Festival.
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For a majority of Vietnamese families, the first full-moon of the year represents the first major event after Tet, the Lunar New Year Festival. During this occasion, people tend to go to pagodas as they pray for good luck in the new year.
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Many paper offerings, flowers, and fresh fruits are available on the way heading towards Tran Quoc pagoda.
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People believe that the release of fish into lakes or rivers will bring about good luck for their families in the new lunar year.
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Huong, a store owner in front of Tran Quoc pagoda, shares that the number of buyers this year has decreased compared to previous years.
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The First Full Moon Festival is considered to be one of the biggest festivals among Buddhists in Vietnam. On the 15th day of the first lunar month, people are supposed to go to pagodas and pray for their family members and friends.
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Locals release fish into a lake in Tran Quoc pagoda, believing that this act will bring luck and happiness to their relatives in the new lunar year.
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The festival is also a great opportunity for foreigners to experience authentic Vietnamese culture.
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Handicraft items, which are considered gifts for foreign tourists, go on sale in front of Tran Quoc pagoda.
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A foreigner shows interest in local specialties.
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Many Asian nations, including Vietnam, believe the First Full Moon Festival is the most important full moon in the year.
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