In the early days of the Lunar New Year, when urban life has yet to slow down, there is a quiet spring destination that opens its doors to those seeking a gentler way to embrace Tet.
That place is Leaf Village & Farm – Làng Lá, where spring does not arrive in festivity and noise, but in the scent of young grass, the whisper of wind, and moments that unfold unhurriedly.
Spring Folk Festival – Knocking on the Village Gate of Tet
From the 3rd to the 6th day of the Lunar New Year, Làng Lá hosts a rustic spring festival where traditional Tet quietly reappears through local customs, daily rhythms, and values preserved across generations.
The journey begins with the ritual of first calligraphy strokes of the year and asking for calligraphy from the village scholar as a wish for peace and good fortune. It continues with the mindful experience of wrapping bánh sừng trâu – a traditional cake of the Co Tu people – feeling the warmth of Tet in every careful fold. Amidst the mountain landscape, the playful chants of Bài Chòi echo gently, guiding emotions back to the simple, heartfelt sounds of village springtime.
Beyond familiar rituals, the festival opens into meaningful community encounters: participating in folk games, sharing conversations with local residents, listening to slow-told New Year stories by the veranda. Here, Tet is not merely a festive moment, but an ongoing cultural flow.
Sometimes, visiting the rural market is not about buying, but about touching the original rhythm of the highlands, where each handmade gift carries the story of land and people.
Touching Moments in Untouched Nature
Tet at Làng Lá moves at its own pace. It may begin with a leisurely horseback ride across the green fields of Hòa Bắc, a gentle paddleboarding session on the calm Cu Đê River, or simply walking barefoot on the grass, listening to leaves rustle and allowing the heart to slow.
There are moments when experience is as simple as breathing deeply the scent of earth and sky, letting the noise of daily life quietly drift away. In this fresh natural setting, every movement feels balanced, every instant carries a stillness deep enough to feel and original enough to remember.
As spring approaches its fullest bloom, the village gardens burst into delicate shades of pink and pure white. Petals sway in the breeze against the green backdrop of Hòa Bắc’s mountains, weaving a landscape both gentle and serene. Standing among the blossoms, letting sunlight and wind embrace you, every moment softens into quiet emotion.
At Làng Lá, spring does not demand to be seized. When you meet the right moment, you realize that a fulfilling Tet sometimes comes from the smallest experiences – yet deep enough to linger long after.
The Taste of Tet – Rustic Cuisine & Gentle Melodies
As evening falls, the space grows warmer around stalls of traditional countryside dishes. The aroma of woodsmoke blends with forest leaves, freshly harvested rice, and native spices, revealing a different Tet – one of mountains, gathering, and sharing.
Here, visitors encounter the culinary heritage of the Co Tu people through simple yet soulful dishes: fragrant bánh sừng trâu wrapped in forest leaves, bamboo-tube grilled rice glowing with warmth, and rustic grilled specialties prepared from local ingredients, preserving the original flavors of Hòa Bắc’s highlands. Each dish is more than food; it is a slice of culture, where preparation, sharing, and gathering tell stories of community life.
In the cool air of early spring, as soft acoustic melodies drift through the night, emotions slow. Tet spreads from taste to memory. It is not a lavish feast, but a meal rich in feeling – where cuisine, music, and human connection meet in warmth and authenticity.
Làng Lá at Night – Touching Stillness by the Fire
When night descends, Làng Lá glows under soft yellow lights filtering through the leaves. The atmosphere grows tranquil and intimate beside the flicker of a campfire, where people gather to listen to the gentle resonance of gongs and share first-of-the-year stories in the peaceful embrace of the mountains.
By the cool stream, a small camping space unfolds. The scent of barbecue smoke mingles with grass and night dew. Grilled meat and fish sizzle over glowing charcoal, their aroma blending with the murmur of flowing water, creating a setting both relaxing and deeply connected to nature.
In the warmth of the firelight, savoring a simple meal, breathing in crisp air, and feeling a soft breeze against your skin, daily worries seem to fade. In that moment, camping at Làng Lá becomes intimate, grounding, and emotionally resonant. Tet is no longer somewhere outside – it is here, in a quiet, shared instant warm enough to remember and deep enough to keep.
A Spring to Return To
Leaf Village & Farm – Làng Lá is not a place to simply visit; it is a place to stay, to touch, and to feel.
Amid the green of earth and sky, blooming gardens, farm rhythms, and folk melodies, you may discover a different kind of Tet – slower, deeper, and still enough to truly hear yourself.
This Tet, if you are seeking a place to return to your origins, to touch stillness, and to preserve authentic moments, Làng Lá awaits – gently open for your arrival.
Leaf Village & Farm – Làng Lá
Address: Suối Khe Đào, Provincial Road 601, Hải Vân Ward, Da Nang City.
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