A spring journey through Vietnam’s sacred, cultural sites

The Temple of Literature, a symbol of Vietnam’s tradition of scholarship, is always among the first destinations for Hanoians at the start of a new year. (Photo: Minh Duc/VTC News)

Amid the rhythm of modern life, the image of people respectfully asking for calligraphy at the Temple of Literature evokes the nation’s deep-rooted literary heritage and enduring spirit of learning. (Photo: Minh Duc/VTC News)

International visitors eagerly experience the custom of asking for calligraphy, discovering the beauty of Vietnamese culture at the historic site. (Photo: baovanhoa.vn)

Boats glide along the Yen Stream, carrying pilgrims into Huong pagoda amid the majestic scenery of the Huong Son Scenic Landscape Complex, Hanoi. (Photo: Thu Vu/VOV)

An art performance celebrating the opening of the 2026 Huong Pagoda Tourism Festival. (Photo: Thu Vu/VOV)

Bai Dinh Pagoda (within the Trang An Landscape Complex) in Ninh Binh province has long been a popular spring destination, where visitors seek a distinctive spiritual and cultural space surrounded by poetic mountains and rivers at the beginning of the year.

The combination of monumental architecture and mystical spiritual space creates the solemn beauty of the ancient land of Ninh Binh. (Photo: Ninh Binh Department of Tourism)

An international tourist group visits Bai Dinh Pagoda in the first days of 2026. (Photo: Ninh Binh Department of Tourism)

Along winding mountain roads, travelers encounter not only breathtaking landscapes but also the vibrant rhythms of ethnic minority communities, where spring lives in both scenery and spirit. The radiant colors of spring in the northern mountains, where ethnic communities celebrate the season with vitality and openness.(Photo: VGP)

In the early days of the Lunar New Year 2026, traditional field-plowing festivals take place across localities, marking the start of a new farming season and expressing hopes for favorable weather and prosperity. (Photo: VGP)

The 2026 Gau Tao Festival of the Mong ethnic community in Na Bung Commune, Dien Bien Province. (Photo: VGP)

The Long Tong Festival in Bach Thong Commune, Thai Nguyen Province, is held on the 8th and 9th days of the first lunar month (Photo: VGP)

Each spring, the Complex of Hue Monuments becomes lively with meticulously recreated traditional cultural activities, attracting both domestic and international visitors. (Photo: Le Hieu/VOV)

The decorations at the Hue heritage complex captivate tourists. (Photo: nld.com.vn)

In the Spring of 2026, Hoi An Ancient Town in Da Nang city welcomes visitors with unique tourism programs, especially a series of traditional cultural and artistic activities held at night in the central area. (Photo: tcdulichtphcm.vn)

The iconic lanterns of the ancient town glow brilliantly in the early days of the year. (Photo: tcdulichtphcm.vn)

On the 9th day of the Lunar New Year, thousands of locals and visitors gather along the streets of Binh Duong Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, to join the sacred and vibrant procession of Lady Thien Hau. (Photo: Thien Ly/VOV)

Children in traditional celestial costumes present small tokens of blessing to spectators gathered for the procession. (Photo: Thien Ly/VOV)

A spring journey through Vietnam’s sacred, cultural sites

27-02-2026 13:38

(VOVWORLD) - As Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) arrives and spring gently unfolds across Vietnam, the entire country comes alive with vibrant festivals and joyful spring excursions. Early spring is not only the beginning of a new year; it is also a sacred time for Vietnamese people to return to their roots, honor their ancestors, and immerse themselves in rich and distinctive cultural traditions. From revered historical sites to colorful folk festivals, each destination carries stories of history, spirituality, and community life.