A Vietnamese legend says the people are "con Rồng cháu Tiên."
The words mean children of a dragon and grandchildren of a fairy. It is a famous old story about where Vietnamese people came from.
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The flag of Vietnam is red with a big yellow star in the middle.
The áo dài is a graceful long dress that is a symbol of Vietnam.
The lotus flower is a beloved symbol of Vietnam.
The dragon is an important symbol in Vietnamese stories and art.
The conical hat called "nón lá" is a well-known symbol of Vietnam.