Hanoi to revitalise traditional Tet space in Old Quarter
A wide range of cultural activities will take place throughout Hanoi’s Old Quarter from February 6, or the 25th day of the 12th lunar month, as part of celebrations for Tet (Lunar New Year).
Hanoi (VNA) - A wide range of cultural activities will take placethroughout Hanoi’s Old Quarter from February 6, or the 25th day of the 12thlunar month, as part of celebrations for Tet (Lunar New Year).
A traditional Tet space will be established in the heart of the capital, withthe area gearing up to feature a Neu pole, folk singing, a street parade, andan Ao Dai, Vietnamese long dress, fashion show, reported Radio the Voice ofVietnam (VOV).
There will also be corner set up to show images of people making Chung cake,the traditional food of the festival, whilst also offering other typical Tetfoods in order to worship ancestors.
The event will feature a special gala aimed at introducing music from thecountry’s three regions.
Kim Ngan Temple, Phung Hung street, and the Centre for the Old Quarter'sCulture Exchange will provide the venues for various cultural activities overTet.
This year marks the second time that the event has been held after the firsttook place in 2016.
The event is anticipated to draw the participation of heritage lovers fromprovinces such as Bac Lieu, Thua Thien-Hue, Thanh Hoa, and among othersnationwide. The aim is to promote Hanoi’s cultural values to both Vietnam andthe wider world./.
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Illustrative image (Source: VNA) 
