VOV.VN - As part of National Day (Setempber 2) and the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution celebrations, Hanoi has welcomed a delegation of international media, including foreign correspondents and overseas Vietnamese journalists, to highlight the city’s tourism attractions.

A wide range of exhibitions and art performances are being held in Hanoi to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2), highlighting the national history, nurturing pride, and promoting the patriotism fostered over eight decades of national construction and defence.

A series of cultural and historical tourism activities will take place in Hanoi from August 30 to September 2 in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

VOV.VN - Over 21.58 million visitors came to the capital between January and August, a 13.9% increase year-on-year, as tourism was buoyed by celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - A 3.6-magnitude earthquake occurred in Cao Duong commune of Phu Tho province on August 26, and people in the capital city of Hanoi, about 100km from the epicentre of the quake, also experienced shaking.

VOV.VN - Due to the impact of Typhoon Kajiki, prolonged heavy rain on the morning of August 26 submerged many streets in Hanoi, forcing commuters to wade through floodwaters to reach their workplaces.

This year’s National Day (September 2) holiday is expected to bring a record number of domestic and international tourists to Hanoi, where visitors can explore not only historic landmarks and cultural sites but also the captial city’s rich culinary heritage.

VOV.VN - Despite alternating sunshine and rain on August 24, thousands of residents packed pavements along major streets of Hanoi, where the parade units are to pass, to watch the second full rehearsal of the military parade and civic march celebrating the 80th National Day.

VOV.VN - More than 2,000 singers, artists, and choir members will join voices in a special art programme titled Hanoi – Vietnam's Aspiration, to be held on the evening of August 31 at the Vietnam National Exposition Centre to celebrate Vietnam’s 80th National Day (September 2).

VOV.VN - Hanoi will set off fireworks in six locations on the evening of September 2 to celebrate Vietnam’s 80th National Day, according to a plan issued by the Hanoi People’s Committee on August 22.