Tag: Vietnamese culture

"A comprehensive overview of all the significant solar calendar holidays in Vietnam for the year 2024, including celebrated observances such as Southern Liberation Day and National Day."

Join us as we delve into the intricacies of the traditional Vietnamese engagement ceremony, specifically focusing on the nine-tray betrothal gift, and explore the proper way to present these gifts to the bride's family, adhering to time-honored customs and traditions.

Preparing for the Lunar New Year, it is customary to clean your ancestral altar before New Year's Eve, using separate tools for this sacred task. This is just one of many traditions believed to bring prosperity and good fortune for the coming year. Let's explore this further and ensure we are ready to welcome a prosperous New Year with open arms.

Discover the most comprehensive and authentic rituals for the Cold Food Festival on the 3rd of March, 2024, based on the "Vietnamese Traditional Rituals" published by the Culture and Information Publishing House.

The Chinese character for 'Fu', or 'Luck', is often used to adorn homes, bringing good fortune and prosperity. If you're intrigued by the symbolic meaning of this character and its significance in Feng Shui, then read on to uncover the fascinating story behind this auspicious symbol.

To attract good fortune and prosperity in the new month and year ahead, it's important to be mindful of certain practices on the first day of the month. These rituals are believed to bring positive energy and set the tone for the days to come.

The ancestral altar, a revered concept for those far from home, wishing to pay homage to their forebears. This guide delves into the intricacies of setting up such an altar, providing a step-by-step process and the traditional prayers to be recited.

Preparing for a comprehensive Tomb-Sweeping Day celebration involves familiarizing ourselves with the 10 unique superstitions and taboos associated with cemetery visits on this special occasion.

Introducing a newborn to the family is a momentous occasion that requires meticulous planning. Uncover ten time-honored traditions to embrace as you welcome your precious bundle of joy home, steeped in cultural wisdom and passed down through generations.

As the Lunar New Year approaches, the people of Southern Vietnam eagerly flock to the vibrant flower markets in search of the perfect mai, or apricot blossom, to adorn their homes. Selecting a mai tree that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also abundant in blooms is a challenging task that requires a discerning eye and a deep understanding of these delicate flowers.