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People across Vietnam celebrate Lunar New Year with excitement

People across Vietnam celebrate Lunar New Year with excitement

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 16:32 GMT+7
People across Vietnam celebrate Lunar New Year with excitement
A large crowd of locals and tourists, including foreigners and children, gather at Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi to enjoy the Tet atmosphere, January 28, 2025. Photo: Vu Tuan / Tuoi Tre

People across Vietnam, along with foreigners residing in the country, took part in a variety of festive activities on Tuesday evening, including fireworks displays, spring flower streets, and captivating drone light shows, all contributing to the vibrant Tet atmosphere.

In Hanoi, tens of thousands of people gathered around Hoan Kiem Lake, including along Dinh Tien Hoang, Hang Khay, and Le Thai To Streets, starting at 9:00 pm to witness the fireworks celebrating the arrival of Tet.

Hanoi launched fireworks at 30 locations, with nine high-altitude and 21 low-altitude launch sites.

A total of around 6,000 high-altitude fireworks and 3,420 low-altitude fireworks lit up the night sky during the festivities.

Fireworks light up the sky over Hanoi, bringing joy to everyone as they welcome the Lunar New Year. Photo: Vu Tuan / Tuoi Tre

Fireworks light up the sky over Hanoi, bringing joy to everyone as they welcome the Lunar New Year. Photo: Vu Tuan / Tuoi Tre

Foreign visitors are excited to explore the festive atmosphere of Tet by Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi. Photo: Vu Tuan / Tuoi Tre

Foreign visitors are excited to explore the festive atmosphere of Tet by Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi. Photo: Vu Tuan / Tuoi Tre

In Ho Chi Minh City, thousands of residents and tourists, including foreigners, gathered at Nguyen Hue Flower Street in District 1 starting at 6:30 pm on Tuesday to immerse themselves in the festive vibes and celebrate the transition from the old year to the new one.

Families, young people, and international visitors eagerly posed for photos with snake-themed decorations displayed throughout various sections of the street.

Everyone was excitedly awaiting the sacred moment when the new lunar year would begin.

"Every year, I bring my family to the flower street to soak in the Tet atmosphere," said Hoa, a resident of District 3.

"This year, the street is especially captivating with decorations featuring adorable 'little snakes.'

“My children absolutely love them."

Foreign tourists were also in awe of the flower street's beauty. Maria, visiting from Spain, shared her excitement, saying, "This is my first time visiting Vietnam during Tet. I'm really impressed by the creativity and colors here. It feels like everyone is celebrating together. I even learned my first Vietnamese phrase, 'Chuc mung nam moi' [Happy New Year]."

Mohamed, an Indian tourist, shared that this is his first time visiting Vietnam, and it is perfect timing with the Lunar New Year.

“Nguyen Hue Flower Street is stunning,” he said. “I’m taking lots of photos to show my family back home.”

Mohamed, an Indian tourist, poses for a photo at Nguyen Hue Flower Street in Ho Chi Minh City, January 28, 2025. Photo: Thanh Hiep / Tuoi Tre

Mohamed, an Indian tourist, poses for a photo at Nguyen Hue Flower Street in Ho Chi Minh City, January 28, 2025. Photo: Thanh Hiep / Tuoi Tre

Two French female tourists take a commemorative photo at Nguyen Hue Flower Street in Ho Chi Minh City, January 28, 2025. Photo: Hai Quynh

Two French female tourists take a commemorative photo at Nguyen Hue Flower Street in Ho Chi Minh City, January 28, 2025. Photo: Hai Quynh

Johnson (C), an American tourist, is impressed by the high-altitude fireworks in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Thanh Hiep / Tuoi Tre

Johnson (C), an American tourist, is impressed by the high-altitude fireworks in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Thanh Hiep / Tuoi Tre

A young couple capture memorable moments during Lunar New Year’s Eve in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Thanh Hiep / Tuoi Tre

A young couple capture memorable moments during Lunar New Year’s Eve in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Thanh Hiep / Tuoi Tre

25-year-old Phuong Quynh, from Ho Chi Minh City’s Binh Thanh District, celebrates her birthday under a fireworks display. Photo: Khanh Giang

25-year-old Phuong Quynh, from Ho Chi Minh City’s Binh Thanh District, celebrates her birthday under a fireworks display. Photo: Khanh Giang

Fireworks in the Mong Bridge area in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre

Fireworks in the Mong Bridge area in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: T.T.D. / Tuoi Tre

A young woman takes a selfie with her husband and young daughter beneath the fireworks in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Hai Quynh

A young woman takes a selfie with her husband and young daughter beneath the fireworks in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Hai Quynh

Young people take commemorative photos at Nguyen Hue Flower Street on Lunar New Year's Eve. Photo: Thanh Hiep / Tuoi Tre

Young people take commemorative photos at Nguyen Hue Flower Street on Lunar New Year's Eve. Photo: Thanh Hiep / Tuoi Tre

Fireworks light up the Saigon River sky, welcoming the Lunar New Year. Photo: Hai Quynh / Tuoi Tre

Fireworks light up the Saigon River sky, welcoming the Lunar New Year. Photo: Hai Quynh / Tuoi Tre

In central Da Nang City, the atmosphere on Lunar New Year's Eve became livelier as crowds gathered along the banks of the Han River and at Spring Flower Street.

Despite the drizzle and chill, thousands of locals and tourists donned warm clothes to enjoy a leisurely stroll, admiring the colorful decorations and vibrant flower arrangements.

Young families, couples, and groups of friends eagerly posed for photos beside elaborate floral displays and the unique snake-themed decorations, all while eagerly anticipating the fireworks show by the picturesque river.

A fireworks display in central Da Nang City. Photo: X.S.

A fireworks display in central Da Nang City. Photo: X.S.

Residents and tourists in Da Nang gather at a spring flower street to watch the fireworks and welcome the Lunar New Year. Photo: Doan Nhan / Tuoi Tre

Residents and tourists in Da Nang gather at a spring flower street to watch the fireworks and welcome the Lunar New Year. Photo: Doan Nhan / Tuoi Tre

In central Quang Nam Province, despite the drizzle, locals continued their spring outings.

At 24/3 Square in Tam Ky City, which was adorned with spring flowers and the much-talked-about golden snake pair, many young families with umbrellas strolled through the gentle rain, capturing photos.

The scene radiated warmth and joy, signaling the arrival of spring.

An artistic performance and a fireworks display were held at the square to celebrate Tet.

The 24/3 Square in Tam Ky City, Quang Nam is beautifully decorated to welcome Tet. Photo: Le Trung / Tuoi Tre

The 24/3 Square in Tam Ky City, Quang Nam is beautifully decorated to welcome Tet. Photo: Le Trung / Tuoi Tre

People are enjoying the spring festival at the 24/3 Square in Tam Ky City, Quang Nam, central Vietnam. Photo: Le Trung / Tuoi Tre

People are enjoying the spring festival at the 24/3 Square in Tam Ky City, Quang Nam, central Vietnam. Photo: Le Trung / Tuoi Tre

In the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho, around 8:00 pm on Tuesday, both locals and tourists flocked to the vibrant flower street along Vo Van Tan and Nguyen Thai Hoc Streets in Ninh Kieu District.

After a four-year hiatus, many were pleasantly surprised to see the street meticulously designed with captivating miniature landscapes.

The display featured a river adorned with flower-filled baskets, a floating market scene, and particularly eye-catching snake decorations that drew the attention of visitors, who eagerly snapped photos.

As they strolled along the flower street, the three-generation family of 84-year-old Tran Thi Sieu paused to take pictures by the winding river of flowers.

"I feel happy and blessed to have my children and grandchildren by my side, celebrating the New Year together," Sieu shared.

Fireworks light up the sky over Can Tho City in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region. Photo: Tri Duc

Fireworks light up the sky over Can Tho City in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region. Photo: Tri Duc

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