By Thái Ngân
In this video, Ngân explores the Tet atmosphere in a small alley in Vietnam, where local people are preparing for the Lunar New Year. She talks with a neighbor who is plucking apricot blossom leaves so the flowers can bloom on time for Tet. Through this simple activity, the video shows a traditional Tet custom and the care Vietnamese people put into welcoming the New Year. A blooming apricot tree is not only a decoration, but also a symbol of luck, warmth, and happiness during Tet.
Part of Stories of Vietnamese Tet