Nestled in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, the Chinese community has woven a rich cultural tapestry over more than a century. Among the many festivities that grace this vibrant community, Tet Nguyen Tieu, celebrated on the first full moon of the lunar year, […]
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Cow Racing at Tinh Bien village, An Giang, Vietnam
Cow Racing (145mm, ISO 200, f 6.3, 1/320) In the heart of Tinh Bien, An Giang, a unique tradition unfolds annually during the late eighth month of the lunar calendar—the Cow Racing Competition held as part of the Dolta festivity. This thrilling event not only […]
Cham Bani worships at cemetery in Ramuwan
Part of the Cham ethnic people in Vietnam, the Cham “Bani” people called Cham Awal are living in Vietnam’s Binh Thuan and Ninh Thuan provinces. Blending the practices of matriarchy, ancestor veneration and Brahmanism, the Cham Bani starts annually celebrating the Ramuwan festival by worshiping […]
Hung King Festival
Legendary has created one peaceful country managed by Hung Kings who founded and reserved the spiritual area – Vietnam. It has been settled up as a “home” by Father – Lac Long Quan and Mother – Au Co. Generation to generation, this legend has been […]