Traditional Tet strengthens community bonds among Dao people

16/02/2026

For the Dao people, Tet is a time for families and clans to reunite after a year of hard work, to report achievements to their ancestors and pray for good fortune in the year ahead. From the 11th to the 12th lunar months each year, Dao communities across Thanh Hoa province come together to celebrate Tet nam cung as a traditional festival deeply rooted in their cultural life. /MediaUpload/Video/2026/02/16/traditional-tet-strengthens-community-bonds-among-dao-people-16-9-2-47.mp4

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“Buddha’s hand” bananas in high demand ahead of Tet

14/02/2026

In the days leading up to the Lunar New Year, “Buddha’s hand” bananas – known for their unique shape and symbolism of good fortune – are being eagerly sought after by consumers. In the southern province of Dong Nai, this specialty product is constantly selling out, with prices far higher than ordinary bananas yet still unable to meet Tet demand.