Thousands of local people and tourists flocked to the Temple of Literature in Hanoi on January 26 (the second day of the Lunar New Year) to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the traditional Spring Festival.
Crowds of people arrive at the Temple of Literature right from the early morning.
The space at the Temple of Literature and Van (Literature) Lake has been brightly decorated on the early days of the new spring.
An incense offering ritual at the Thai Hoc House.
Many parents and students pay their respects at the Confucius sanctuary to pray for luck and success in their studies.
‘Co boi’ (xiangqi played on a large field instead of a chessboard) is one of the spring games that attract a lot of viewers.
Outdoor art programmes draw attention from locals and tourists.
The Spring Calligraphy Festival at the Temple of Literature attracts many parents and students who come to ask for lucky handwritings in calligraphy, hoping for good health, luck and success in the New Year.
Foreign tourists use mobile phones to capture the impressive moments at the festival.
Source: NDO
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