Hanoi Festivals: The Festivals of February

Many international travellers plan their Hanoi vacations during one of the numerous festivals that take place, so be sure to reserve your discount Hanoi hotel room well in advance. The month of February is one of the more popular tourist months due to the three festivals that occur at this time. These are the Co Loa, Tet, and Trieu Khuc Festivals and each one has a special meaning to the locals of the region.

Co Loa Festival - a vibrant festival that honours one of Hanoi's most historic figures, An Duong Vuong, who supposedly established the first kingdom in the region that would become known as Vietnam. Cockfighting contests, traditional Cheo theatre displays, a spectacular street procession, and wrestling competitions highlight this festival.

Tet Festival - front desk staff in any of the Hanoi hotels will tell you about the significance of this festival. The Tet Festival marks each lunar year's beginning and it is one that is adamantly celebrated by the Hanoi locals. All businesses shut down on this day and it is characterised by family gatherings filled with massive fireworks displays as well as a variety of special holiday foods. Be sure to book your discount Hanoi hotel well in advance for this one.

Trieu Khuc Festival - located in the district of Thanh Tri, Trieu Khuc village is the setting for an annual festival that commemorates the 8th century ruler, King Phung Hung, said to have been the guardian of the village. Dragon and unicorn dances are staged in the centre of this village during the event.