A 119-year-old houseThe old house of Mr. Xuan sits modestly among modern townhouses. Photo: Ha NguyenOn Nguyen Thai Son Street in Hanh Thong Ward, HCMC, a charming old house sits modestly among rows of modern townhouses. The wooden roof beams, damaged over time, have been reinforced with iron bars by Mr. Xuan’s family. Photo: Provided by the familyDuring Tet, Mr. Xuan’s family hangs the old ceremonial cloth panels, known as tien ban, before the three main altars. Photo: Provided by the familyDuring Tet, members of Mr. Xuan’s family reunite in the old house to celebrate the Lunar New Year together.

Source: VietNamNet News February 25, 2026 00:33 UTC