While TikTok trends come and go, one tradition has stayed lit for centuries: the Lunar New Year. Known as Spring Festival in the Chinese mainland and Tet in Vietnam, this vibrant holiday is like a cultural twin flame connecting the two nations.
Picture this: Families in Hanoi and Beijing alike scrub their homes to sweep away bad luck, hang crimson lanterns
for prosperity, and gather for \"reunion dinners\" featuring dumplings (China) and bánh chưng sticky rice cakes (Vietnam). Even zodiac animal themes—2024’s dragon
—get a shared spotlight!
\"These customs aren’t just about fireworks or feasts,\" says cultural researcher Linh Nguyen. \"They’re threads in a tapestry showing how Asia’s histories intertwine.\" With over 200 million people traveling in China and Vietnam combined during the festivities, it’s clear: family bonds and hope for a lucky year transcend borders.
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Spring Festival: A shared tradition between China and Vietnam
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