Tet (Vietnamese New Year)

Tet, or Vietnamese New Year, is the most significant celebration in Vietnam, marking the arrival of spring and the lunar calendar new year, usually between late January and early February. It’s a time for family reunions, honoring ancestors, and welcoming new beginnings. Traditions include cleaning homes to sweep away bad luck, decorating with flowers like peach blossoms and kumquat trees, and preparing special foods such as bánh chưng. The holiday blends cultural rituals, vibrant festivities, and ancestral reverence, embodying renewal, hope, and respect for tradition, making it a profound expression of Vietnamese identity and community.