Hanoi, Jan. 26 -- Vietnam is set to welcome a surge of domestic and international tourists during the 2025 Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday as destinations nationwide are preparing to showcase their distinctive cultural festivals and traditional celebrations.

According to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the country hosts nearly 8,000 festivals annually, demonstrating the rich cultural identities and historical heritage of its ethnic groups. Aside from their cultural and spiritual significance, many festivals also involve various tourism offerings, helping improve livelihoods and incomes for local people.

Along with traditional festivals, many localities have launched new themed celebrations based on their economic and cultural ...