Peaceful spring day in Ho Chi Minh City

Such famous destinations as President Ho Chi Minh Statue, Nguyen Hue Flower Street, and Bach Dang Wharf Park attracted a large number of both domestic and foreign tourists.

The image of families in colorful Ao dai (traditional long dress of the Vietnamese people) joyfully taking photos made the city named after President Ho Chi Minh more vibrant and fascinating. 

Below are photos of the New Year atmosphere in Ho Chi Minh City on the first day of the lunar year.

President Ho Chi Minh Statue is one of the most favorite destinations of locals and tourists.

Streets colorfully decorated to welcome a new year

Locals and tourists take photos at Bach Dang Wharf Park.

Many roads are closed for vehicle traffic to serve locals and tourists.

Streets in Ho Chi Minh City colorfully decorated

The book street on the first day of lunar year

Families save the most joyful moments of the year.

Nguyen Hue Flower Street is one of the favorite "check in" places of locals and tourists.

Asking for lucky words during the lunar New Year is one of the beautiful traditions of the Vietnamese people.

Public means of transport operate throughout Tet to serve locals and tourists’ travel demand.

“Don Ca Tai Tu” (traditional musical art form of the South) performed at President Ho Chi Minh Statue

International tourists visit Independence Palace Relic Site.

Body painting artwork attract visitors.

Impressive Dragon Mascots on Nguyen Hue Flower Street

International tourists excitedly check in on Nguyen Hue Flower Street.

Locals and tourists capture the most beautiful moments of the lunar New Year.

Translated by Tran Hoai