Red shirt wearing ceremony for the elderly on the first day of Spring
(Baonghean.vn) - On the 4th day of Tet, all localities of Anh Son district held longevity celebrations for the elderly in the district. This is a beautiful cultural feature held annually on the occasion of the New Year, showing respect and gratitude to the elderly.
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At the People's Committee of Tao Son Commune (Anh Son), the longevity celebration was held at the commune hall, not only for children and grandchildren to show their filial piety to their parents and grandparents, but also for society to show respect and acknowledge the contributions of the elderly. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Homegrown performances by the elderly to add to the fun of the holiday. Photo: Dao Tho |
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The elders were carried to the commune headquarters by their children and grandchildren on motorbikes. Photo: Dao Tho |
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People aged 90 and over are allowed to wear red shirts. Photo: Dao Tho |
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For the elderly and their children, this is a great joy. Photo: Dao Tho |
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After the communal celebration, the elders were brought home so that their children and grandchildren could read poems wishing them a long life. Photo: Dao Tho |
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Old friends wish each other a happy New Year. Photo: Dao Tho |