A yellow flower that symbolizes Tet in Southern Vietnam.
Apricot blossom
A square sticky rice cake wrapped in green leaves, traditional for Tet.
chung cake
The gathering of family members to celebrate Tet together.
family reunion
The first day of the lunar calendar, celebrated as a major holiday in Vietnam.
Lunar New Year
A pink flower that symbolizes Tet in Northern Vietnam.
Peach blossom
A small red packet containing lucky money, given during Tet.
red envelope
The night before Tet, marked by celebrations and offerings.
New Year's Eve
Money given in red envelopes to children and the elderly for good fortune.
lucky money
A small tree with orange fruit, symbolizing wealth and prosperity.
kumquat tree
A traditional activity to prepare for Tet, symbolizing removing bad luck.
cleaning the house for Tet
At Tet, people visit this place to pray for a happy new year
pagoda
A printed table showing all the days, weeks and months of the year
calendar
They're colorful and beautiful and people enjoy watching them on New Year's Eve
fireworks
