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Historic Ba Dinh Square bustles ahead of 80th National Day celebration

VOV.VN - In recent days, young people, dressed in pristine white traditional long dress (Áo dài), have been eagerly taking numerous commemorative photos right at the historic Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi ahead of the 80th National Day celebration.

historic ba dinh square bustles ahead of 80th national day celebration picture 1 — Historic Ba Dinh Square is the place where, 80 years ago on September 2, 1945, President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

historic ba dinh square bustles ahead of 80th national day celebration picture 2 — Although National Day is still more than half a month away, a joyful and bustling atmosphere has already spread everywhere. Young people flock to Ba Dinh Square, which is decorated with colourful flags and banners, to capture memorable moments.

historic ba dinh square bustles ahead of 80th national day celebration picture 3 — Many wear traditional Áo dài printed with the national flag, expressing their national pride on this special commemorative occasion.

historic ba dinh square bustles ahead of 80th national day celebration picture 4 — Draped in the national flag, this young girl demonstrates pride in the nation and respect for the generations of ancestors who sacrificed to secure independence and freedom for the country.

historic ba dinh square bustles ahead of 80th national day celebration picture 5 — Not only the young, but many older people also participate in capturing impressive photos that only come once every 80 years. Dang Thi Hang from Hanoi says that even though National Day is still half a month away, she comes with her daughter to enjoy the joyful atmosphere ahead of the holiday.

historic ba dinh square bustles ahead of 80th national day celebration picture 6 — Friso, a Dutch tourist recently arriving in Hanoi, says that Hanoi is not only the capital but also a very large, lively, beautiful, and interesting city. These impressions are further reinforced when observing the panoramic pictures of Vietnam’s development and its position on the international stage.

historic ba dinh square bustles ahead of 80th national day celebration picture 7 — Friso notes that the pictures along the street vividly depict Vietnamese leaders receiving important international figures. In particular, images of hosting Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Joe Biden, and many other world leaders demonstrate Vietnam’s flexible and effective diplomacy, showing the country’s growing position in the global political landscape.

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