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The veggie festival includes expressions of gratitude and appreciation for mothers and is based on the belief that eating vegetarian food on this occasion will make prayers for parents more powerful. In modern times, Vu Lan also marks Mother’s Day in Viet Nam.
The upcoming Vu Lan Veggie Festival is organized by Tu Ky Pagoda, An Lac Businessmen Community, Gamuda Land Vietnam and Thai Ha Books Company. The organizers said the non-profit event also aims to promote the humanitarian values of eating veggie food.
The event includes a food fair by 50 vegetarian restaurants and organic food stores from Hanoi and neighbouring cities. Several experts will share with participants information on healthy eating as a vegetarian.
The second event is a series of activities honoring parental love. Superior Buddhist monk Thich Hai Tang from Long An Pagoda in the central province of Quang Tri will talk about parents’ love for their children. A painting exhibition reflecting the theme of a mother’s love will also be held. Several solemn ceremonies are also planned as an expression of children’s respect for parents, including children washing parents’ feet.
About 4,000 to 5,000 visitors are expected to take part in the event at Gamuda City near the Yen So Park, in Hanoi’s Hoang Mai district. More information can be found on the website: tetchayvulan.com
This event was first held in 2016 with the participation of 44 vegetarian restaurants and organic food stores.
