Ho Chi Minh City, Feb. 13 -- A spring flower market officially opened on February 12 (the 25th day of the last lunar month) on Nguyen Van Cua Street in Phu Dinh ward, Ho Chi Minh City, offering a vibrant Tet shopping and cultural space for residents and visitors.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Vice Chairwoman of the municipal People's Committee Tran Thi Dieu Thuy said the market features more than 500 booths selling a wide variety of flowers and ornamental plants. The space combines traditional and modern elements, recreating the distinctive river culture of southern Vietnam.

Localities such as Vinh Long, Dong Thap and Tay Ninh are participating again this year. A highlight is the Vinh Long traditional pottery display arranged within...