Contestants of Miss Tet L.A. 2003 showing off their ao dai (Vietnamese long dress). Courtesy of APA. Photo by Chau Nguyen.

Performance of a traditional Vietnamese dance. Courtesy of APA. Photo by Chau Nguyen.

Children performing a song called ÒTrong ComÓ (drum song). Courtesy of APA. Photo by Chau Nguyen.

A dance that originated from the mountainous regions of Vietnam. Courtesy of APA. Photo by Chau Nguyen.

A shrine set up where people could make offerings and ask for blessings for the coming year. Courtesy of APA. Photo by Chau Nguyen.