Foreign embassies in Hanoi celebrate Christmas
(VOV) - The embassies of France, Sweden, and New Zealand in Hanoi enjoy Christmas celebrations with a variety of food, games and art performances.
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| Swedish ambassador to Vietnam Camilla Mellander in typical red-white costumes opened the Feast of Saint Lucy at a ceremony in Hanoi on December 10. |
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In Scandinavia it is believed that Saint Lucy bring food and aid to Christians. |
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The Feast of Saint Lucy held in the Swedish embassy in Hanoi this year attracted 700 invitees to diversified activities including a food festival, games and art performances. |
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Christmas atmosphere has pervaded the Embassy of France in Hanoi for a couple of weeks. French Ambassador to Vietnam Jean Noel Poirier (Right) held a small party on December 17 and offered gifts to children. |
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On the occasion of Christmas, the Embassy of New Zealand in coordination with Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation donated red scarves for disadvantaged children in Hanoi. |