Hanoi buzzes from dawn to dusk ahead of National Day celebration

A large number of Hanoi residents and visitors visit the historic Ba Dinh Square, where the National Day celebration, including the military parade and procession, will take place on September 2.

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The Hanoi Flag Tower is an unmissable check-in spot for both Hanoi residents and visitors on National Day.

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Numerous colourful banners and slogans adorn the streets across the capital. This banner reads the Independence Day celebration

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The city is decorated with numerous colourful flags, banners, and large posters, turning every corner into a photo spot for residents, especially the younger generation.

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Right in front of the Hanoi People’s Committee building is an ideal photo spot, attracting many residents.

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This is an opportunity for people to capture memorable photos and evoke a sense of national pride.

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Every citizen buys items featuring the red flag with a yellow star to celebrate National Day.

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Hats, caps, scarves, t-shirts, and other items adorned with the red flag and yellow star colour the pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake and many historical and revolutionary sites throughout the capital city.

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The pedestrian streets around Hoàn Kiếm Lake are always bustling with residents and visitors taking commemorative photos of the Independence Day celebrations.

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Many historical landmarks, such as Ba Dình Square, the Hanoi Flag Tower, and the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, are recreated in large-scale paintings near Hoan Kiem Lake, becoming popular photo spots for residents.

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The Hoa Lo Prison historical site (Maison Centrale) used to detain revolutionary fighters and patriots and considered a “hell on earth” in the past is one of the attractions drawing visitors during this occasion.

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Two tourists from Australia decide to buy souvenirs after visiting the Hoa Lo Prison historical site.

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Residents, visitors, and many young people are revisiting historical and revolutionary stories through handheld digital devices at Hanoi Post Office.

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“I’ve never seen an atmosphere like this anywhere else. Hanoi is so vibrant, and the way the people here express happiness and pride on National Day amazes me,” says an Algerian tourist takes a photo with a child in a special outfit.

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Many choose Hanoi to experience the festive patriotic atmosphere, learn about Vietnam’s history, and witness these nationally significant events, including art performances and spectacular fireworks displays on September 2.