The Eternal Spring of Hanoi: A Festival of Lunar New Year Calligraphy.
The highly anticipated 2025 Spring Calligraphy Festival is set to commence on January 23 at the idyllic Ho Van (Literature Lake). This serene location, nestled within a national special heritage site in Hanoi’s Dong Da District, provides a perfect backdrop for the festival, as shared by Le Xuan Kieu, Director of the Center for Cultural and Scientific Activities at the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam). An international guest at the 2025 Spring Calligraphy Festival. Photo: Centre for Cultural and Scientific Activities Van Mieu- Quoc Tu Giam According to Kieu, this year’s festival boasts two prominent highlights. Firstly, the meticulous restoration of the Van Lake area, now presenting a contemporary and inviting space for visitors. Secondly, a diverse range of engaging events scheduled throughout the festival, promising to captivate attendees. The festival will be open daily from 8 am to 10 pm, featuring 47 accomplished calligraphers who will showcase their e...