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You know, it is a very important traditional holiday for all Vietnamese people which often takes place from the end of January till the end of February every year. However, the exact dates for Tet are different every year as in our tradition we use the Lunar calendar to count the first day or the Lunar Year. I mean people will use the movement of the Moon around the Earth to count the dates, not that of the Earth around the Sun. Fortunately, this period of the year is also in the spring season so the weather is good enough for the festival and for people to take part in some fun activities as well.

Regarding the reason why we celebrate this festival is that it marks when the old and the unlucky Lunar Year finishes and when the New Lunar Year starts. Another reason is because after a year of hard work that keeps us always on our toes, we deserve a long repose which helps us to recharge the energy for the upcoming year. Moreover, since Vietnamese never stop placing the family’s value on top priority, Tet is the occasion for us to gather, to show love and affection as well as to keep each other updated.

One week before the festival, what we habitually do is a thorough spring cleaning, saying we freshen up the whole living place, throw away some old, expired or used stuff and buy some new ones. But the most important thing to do is to carefully, wholeheartedly clean and decorate our ancestor’s altar which is the spiritual symbol of the holiday. During the festival, the first thing we will do is to visit our friends and relatives’ houses where we will feed on big, delicious meals with some special delicacies like square sticky rice cake, cylindrical sticky rice cake, pickled leeks, braised pork and eggs. After the meals we often spend the rest of the visit playing cards, chit chatting and exchanging lucky money, lucky wishes. In addition, we will also visit pagodas in order to pray for a year of luck. But on top of that, we are interested in strolling around the city center in gorgeous clothes for some stylish photos which will be published on our Facebook or Instagram.

There are several reasons why I really consider this festival a part of my most annually expected events besides my birthday. First and foremost, after a long time of intense schedule which seems to wear me out, it is a chance when I can get together with my family and friends to catch up with their life’s stories. To be honest, hearing my family sharing their thoughts and wishes makes me feel so warm and proud inside. Second, it is also an opportunity for me to get dressed up in fancy clothes and parade along the streets. Everytime I come out to the main big square of the city during the holiday, I imagine I was in a giant fashion show with all the sexy vedettes around including me. Third, since it is a long holiday, I can wisely make use of the time by visiting pagodas. As a habit, my mom and I always go to our favorite pagoda right after New Year’s Eve and pray for a year of fortune, success and peace.

So, those are the reasons why I am so delighted to share with you what I know about Tet holiday. I really wish such a meaningful holiday like Tet will soon arrive with loads of luck, love and happiness.

- sus

tree.We decorate this tree with lights and other things of Tet.Tet holiday is to refesh ourselfs after the old year.Thats why I love Tet holiday.See you next time

Spring comes and Tet comes to every home, there is nothing more joyful and happy than this. Children look forward to Tet more than adults. During Tet, my whole family buys things for the new year, so it costs a lot of money. But children like me don't care about that, because Tet is an opportunity for us to have new clothes, receive lucky money, gifts that we can't finish, and not have to study. Maybe that's something every child enjoys. Everyone is eager and hardworking, no one is jealous of anyone else, everyone works enthusiastically and enthusiastically. The kids were so excited, they kept asking for their parents' share to do it, but after a while they got bored and left to go play. The national flags are hung high on the bright red tiled roof, fluttering in the sky, creating a joyful and exciting atmosphere. Perhaps spring makes the atmosphere of every home warm and peaceful. Even though the weather is still cold and expensive, everyone's smiles are always on their faces. On Tet, children eagerly wake up early to go play, celebrate the New Year, and have fun. Every child looks for a shirt with big and spacious pockets to hold candy and lucky money. That's also what I look forward to during the Tet holidays. END

Hannah 5a1

IN 27,28,29 TET,THEY OFTEN BUY THESE:

1.PEACH BLOSSOM

2.APRICOT BLOSSOM

3.KUMQUAT TREE

IN 0AM(12AM)THERE HAS FIREWORKS.BOOOOM!BOOM!

IN 23 OF TET,THAT IS THE MR.COMG AND MR.TAO'S DAY!

IMEGE TIMES INFINITY!

~~~~Eric - Thái Bảo 5C2 >')))~< ~~~

June - 5A3

Tet is a national festival in Vietnam,  many Vietnamese people love it. Tet is celebrated in the January of lunar calendar to welcome the new year. Before Tet, people buy food, fruits, drink, and flowers, and the most important is the peach blossom or kumquat tree. Children are bought new clothes by their parents.  On New Year's Eve, all of the family members gather to give each other their best wishes and have a meal. During Tet, people can go to the parks, and stadiums to see fireworks, it is very beautiful. Children can receive lucky money from parents and relatives. I stay at home to watch the New Year's comedies, it makes me laugh a lot.  On the next day, people go to the temple to thank the ancestors, Buddha who helped everyone in the old year. In short, I really love Tet, and I hope that Tet will always be an important festival for Vietnamese people. 

From the 23rd to the 30th day of the last month of the lunar year, family members get together to visit the graves of ancestors, inviting them to celebrate Tet with the family.

In addition to two types of flowers typical for Tet - cherry blossoms and apricot blossoms - Vietnamese people also buy other flowers for worshipping rituals and decoration. Worshiping flowers include marigolds, chrysanthemums, gladioli, and lilies, while those for decoration include roses, dahlias, and violets.

As life is getting better, Tet food is not as important as it once was. Although “banh chung” (a square glutinous rice cake) is no longer a special Tet dish, many families still continue the tradition of making banh chung to give Tet a better atmosphere.

On the afternoon of the last day of the lunar year, after completing all of the work around the home, the family prepares a tray of dishes for offering to the ancestors and grandparents, called the “year-end” tray. It requires a lot of work to cook the different dishes, which include soup, stir-fried vegetables, and meat, especially chicken.

Along with “banh chung” and “cau doi” (or calligraphic couplets), a tray of five fruits is an indispensable item on the altar of every family during Tet. Not only does it make the home feel cosy, but the five-fruit tray is also for passing on best wishes.

The act of being the first person to enter a home on the first day of Tet is called “xông đất”. It is believed that the person who enters first will affect the life of the homeowner for the whole year to come. The age of the person is also quite important.

In the first days of the new year, people visit family and friends. Adults give “lucky money” to children and the elderly, and wish for a prosperous and lucky year.

People also practice the custom of visiting pagodas to pray for good fortune. Some buy salt because of the saying: “Buy salt at the beginning of the year, buy lime at the end of the year”. Students often begin a new year writing in the early spring, for a new year of study and successful exams.

Each ethnic group or country has its own customs and practices. Tet in Vietnam is a significant and unique cultural event that has been passed down for centuries. Through the ups and downs of history, many customs have more or less fallen into oblivion or been significantly changed. But no matter where they are, Vietnamese people are always aware of their roots and practice traditional customs.

Ruby - 5g2

It usually occurs at the end of January and lasts for 3 days. Tet holiday in Vietnam is usually in honor of the departure of the previous year and an occasion to welcome the new year with many blessings. On Tet holiday, we will have family unions to catch up with each other. Besides, some families enjoy this festival by preparing traditional food such as Vietnamese square cake, dried candied fruit, braised pork and eggs, etc. and decorating the house with parallel sentences and peach or apricot blossoms.

Especially, for children, I think they look forward to Tet holiday because they can receive lucky money from adults as a way to give them wishes for the new year. For adults, it is an occasion on which they are able to do the spring cleaning and make appetizing food to worship the ancestors.

I would say in this days and age, Tet has lost its original spirit and most adults treat it as a normal holiday in which they can have 2 weeks off to blow off some steam and release stress. However, to me, Tet holiday is still a distinct festival of Vietnam.

Whenever this holiday comes, I feel a strong sense of belonging because it reminds me of how diverse our culture can be with different rituals and food. Moreover, I think if Tet holiday didn’t exist, many family members would drift apart due to the hustle and bustle of life. However, since we have Tet, everyone will have at least one or two days to have family gatherings and tighten the bonds with other members.

So I guess that’s all I want to share about Tet in Vietnam.

To begin with, the image radiates an atmosphere of joyousness and merriment. Vibrant and colorful decorations adorn the streets and households, filling the scene with a sense of liveliness and cheerfulness. The lively red and gold ornaments symbolize luck, prosperity, and good fortune, while the vibrant flowers such as peach blossoms and chrysanthemums add a touch of natural beauty and elegance.

The picture also showcases an air of reverence and tradition that characterizes Tet in Vietnam. Families pay homage to their ancestors by setting up altars and offering incense, fruits, and traditional dishes. The presence of these ancestral altars signifies the importance of filial piety and shows deep respect for the family’s heritage.

Moreover, the image depicts people dressed in traditional costumes, enveloped in elegance and grace. The intricate design, vibrant colors, and sparkling details of the traditional áo dài dresses worn by women exude a sense of sophistication and timeless beauty. Men, on the other hand, don the áo gấm, a traditional silk brocade garment, which adds an element of refinement to the atmosphere.

Additionally, the picture showcases an assortment of delectable traditional dishes, bursting with flavors and aromas. The mouthwatering bánh chưng, a sticky rice cake filled with mung beans and pork, is wrapped in banana leaves, reflecting the authenticity and uniqueness of Vietnamese cuisine. The tantalizing smell of bánh tét, another traditional cake made from glutinous rice and filled with beans or meat, wafts through the air, stimulating the senses.

A spirit of togetherness and unity is also evident in the image, as families and friends gather for festive meals and engage in various traditional activities. The scene of people playing games and exchanging gifts represents the warmth and tight-knit nature of Vietnamese society. The lively sound of laughter and cheerful conversations further accentuate the joyful ambiance.

Lastly, the picture highlights the idea of renewal and hope for a prosperous future. Vietnamese people take part in the tradition of releasing songbirds, symbolizing freedom and new beginnings. It represents the belief that these birds carry away the old year's bad luck, making room for new opportunities and auspicious beginnings.

In conclusion, the picture showcasing Tết in Vietnam offers a glimpse into this vibrant celebration filled with interesting adjectives. From the colorful decorations and elegant traditional costumes to the delectable dishes and joyous atmosphere, Tết truly represents a blend of adjectives that encompass the essence of Vietnamese cultural heritage and the hopes for a prosperous and bright new year.

At 23 people often worship mr. Cong and Tao came to the god. Worship mr. Cong and Tao is a long tradition in Vietnam.At 27 Tet, all the family often made Chung cake for Tet and we need pork, sticky rice and green beans to made a Chung cake. After packed people always boils the Chung cake. 28 Tet, people will decorate the house and buy a kumquat tree and put some lucky money on it.When New Year Eve all the family members are gathers and watched the fireworks.We can say that is the golden time because can gathers altogether.At the first day of the years people often go wish a Happy New Year to everyone. Then they also gave some lucky money to the children.At the second day of the year they often go spring travel or go to the movie theater to watch films.After Tet the life come back to normal.

Tet is the best time because family members can gather and talk each other.2024 i wish you always happy and healthy!

Tet is the very good day to resting.And also.Happy New Year!

Tet, also known as Luna New Year festival, is one of the most important and the biggest traditional festivals in Vietnam. Tet usually starts at the end of January and ends in the early February. Tet has 3 main days, however, Vietnamese people often spend a week preparing beforehand. They clean their houses and decorate them with beautiful red decorations or flowers and trees. A huge amount of food ingredients will be bought before Tet to make traditional dishes. Banh Chung, Gio cha, Banh Tet, Xoi Mut,… and candies are the foods that could be easily seen on Tet holidays. During the 3 main days of Tet, people visit their relatives’ houses and give them the best wứihes. However, Vietnamese people believe that the first visitor a family welcomes in the year may affect their fortune for the entire year. Therefore, people never enter any houses on the first day of Lunar New Year without being invited first. Another traditional custom is giving lucky money, which is put into a red envelope as a symbol of luck and wish for a new age, to children and the elders. Children are very happy when they receive lucky money. Besides, after the first 3 days, Vietnamese usually go to pagodas or temples to pray for wealth, health, success,… To Vietnamese, Tet is the happiest period of the year round because members in a family can gather and celebrate Tet together. The most joyful activity is watching fireworks. The fireworks are colorful and beautiful. Generally, Tet is all about going back home, being nice to others, enjoying the precious moment, and wishing for the best things to come.

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