Cultural heritage
Vietnamese cultural heritage: an introduction
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Tết, the áo dài, family customs and the arts, in brief.
Living traditions
Vietnamese heritage includes language, music, food, festivals and family customs. The Lunar New Year, Tết, is its most important celebration, centred on family reunion and respect for ancestors.
Symbols
The áo dài and the lotus flower are widely recognised symbols of Vietnamese culture, associated with elegance, purity and resilience.