Take part in the celebrations of Vietnam’s dynastic past at the Hau Ai Festival, a half-hour drive west of Hanoi. The village honours its guardian god, Do Kinh Tu, a scholar of the Ly Dynasty. Immerse yourself in colourful processions, fun folk activities and music! Villagers will also prepare an a
read moreA few hours east of Ha Long Bay, the seaside city of Móng Cái celebrates the Trà Cổ Festival every summer. The festival commemorates the spiritual guardian of the community, whose shrine was built in 1511 during the Le Dynasty. This relic of Vietnam’s feudal era is honoured with a colourful pro
read moreCelebrate the tenacity of Vietnam in the Quan Lan Festival, on an island just outside of Halong Bay. This is a dynamic celebration of the historic victory against Mongol invaders during the 13th century. The festivities abound but you’ll find the highlight is a boat race, where the village is split
read moreChi Long is a small village festival that takes place each year in Phong Chuong District, close to the historic city of Hue and Tam Giang Lagoon. Villagers commemorate founder Lady Dai Cang, who led four clan heads to claim this land during the 15th century. Watch honorary tradition unfold with a
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