About the Festival

Discover the history and ancient traditions of Vietnamese tea culture

History of Vietnamese Tea

Tea has been present in Vietnam for thousands of years, with ancient tea trees still existing today. From the northern highlands like Ha Giang and Lao Cai to the central and southern provinces, tea has become an indispensable part of Vietnamese spiritual and material life.

Distinctive tea varieties such as ancient Shan Tuyet, Tan Cuong tea, and Thai Nguyen tea have created a reputation for Vietnamese tea worldwide.

Ancient Shan Tuyet tea tree
Dong Dang tea growing region

Famous Tea Regions

Vietnam has many famous tea-growing regions, each with its own unique characteristics. Thai Nguyen with its fragrant Tan Cuong tea, Ha Giang with ancient Shan Tuyet tea, Phu Tho with Thanh Ba tea, and Lam Dong with Da Lat tea.

Each region brings tea a unique flavor, created by climate, soil, and traditional cultivation techniques of each locality.

Cultural Significance

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Spirituality

Tea is connected to spiritual rituals and ancestor worship

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Connection

A place to bond emotions and show hospitality

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Art

The art of brewing, tasting, and preserving tea