Spring book street promises exciting activities during Tet

ABO/NDO- A Spring Book Street programme kicked off on February 5, creating a cultural space for book lovers in the upcoming New Year.

Visitors to the event are introduced to latest books, newspapers, and other types of publications, and buy books at discounted prices.

They can also join authors in discussions about their books, and learn about the art of calligraphy.

Children visit a book stall at the programme (Photo: hanoimoi.vn).

Meanwhile, children can try their hands at making traditional toys, witness folk paintings, and enjoy performances of both traditional and modern singing and dancing.

According to Vice Chairman of the Hoan Kiem People’s Committee Nguyen Quoc Hoan, the event has become a cultural activity and an attractive destination in the capital city whenever Tet arrives. It also marks the start of reading encouragement activities in Hanoi city this year.

The programme, hosted by the People’s Committee of Hoan Kiem district, is open from 8am to 10pm every day until February 14 on the Hanoi Book Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.

(Source: NDO)