Colorful lanterns at Nguyen Tieu Festival
Residents of the ancient city of Hoi An are always eager to welcome the Nguyen Tieu festival. At night, locals walk on dazzling bright streets, rush into pagodas or temples and participate in the festival. The Chinese light lanterns in front of their homes to signify the cozy atmosphere of the family reunion, and eat che troi nuoc, sticky rice dumplings with caramel ginger syrup, marking family reunion and luck. Foreign tourists are amazed at the festivities and join the traditional games happening throughout the city.






















