Thousands of pilgrims descend on Phuc Khanh pagoda
VOV.VN - Thousands of people flocked to visit Phuc Khanh pagoda in Dong Da District, Hanoi on February 19, the 15th day of the first lunar month, to pray for peace and luck in the Lunar New Year.
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| Buddhist followers gathered together around Phuc Khanh pagoda to celebrate the start of the Lunar New Year. |
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| The pavement on Tay Son street was filled with crowds of people. |
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| Security forces were on hand to untangle any traffic jams occurring on roads around the pagoda. |
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| Security forces make every effort to maintain road safety and ensure the flow of traffic |
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| Young volunteers request visitors to the pagoda don’t leave litter. |
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| With many people trying to enter the pagoda but unable to do so, large crowds were forced to sit on the pavement on Tay Son street. |
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| Seats at the ceremony were not free, with each seat costing VND10,000. |
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| Despite the prepared seats, some people were unable to hire a seat and had to be content with the floor. |
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| People clasp their hands together in prayer, hoping for peace and luck in the Lunar New Year. |
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