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Gia Vien Celestial Swing Festival in Hue

By Xuan Dat

February 20, 2026

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Gia Vien Celestial Swing Festival in Hue — The Celestial Swing Festival in Hue City

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HUE – Every fourth day of Lunar New Year, the two banks of the Bo River come alive as locals and tourists flock to Gia Vien Village in the central city of Hue for the traditional Gia Vien Celestial Swing Festival.

People gather in Gia Vien Village, Hue City to watch the Celestial Swing Festival

An elderly villager beats the drum, signaling the official commencement of the event

Reaching for the red scarf is the burning ambition of every participant

Competitors are fully equipped with protective gear before stepping onto the swing frame

This unique traditional festival takes place once a year

Bamboo poles are bundled together to form a sturdy swing frame in the village square

Enthusiastic cheers erupt from the crowd of locals and tourists

Each rhythmic swing propels the player higher into the deep blue sky

The vibrant festive atmosphere echoes across the countryside during these early days of spring

An outstanding player successfully snatches the red scarf to claim the grand prize

Presenting the award to the winner

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