Millions of people across Vietnam took to the streets in jubilantcelebrations of the traditional Lunar New Year, which fell at midnighton February 18.
A wave of colourful fireworks erupted over major venues in cities and provinces, dazzling a sea of spectators.
In capital Hanoi, tens of thousands of citizens and foreignersstrolled around the Hoan Kiem Lake, the heart of the capital anddowntowns nearby, soaking in the festive atmosphere.
In the southern metropolis Ho Chi Minh City, local residents crammedthoroughfares, historical-cultural sites to watch multi-colouredpyrotechnic shows.
Ham Nghi, Dong Khoi, Pham NgocThach, Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets, and many others were decked out withlights and apricot, sunflower and peach blossoms.
A worker at Cat Lai port in the city expressed hope that his company will reap more rewards during this year.
In Vietnam’s far north, Ha Giang province also rang in the Year ofGoat with folk music performances and fireworks displays in 8 districts.
The southernmost province of Ca Mau, meanwhile,hosted 8,000 – 10,000 visitors per day before and during the occasion.
Flags, flowers, banners and splendid lightsalmost filled every corner of the streets. A night festival of colouredlanterns and outdoor music show in Ca Mau city attracted huge crowds toherald a year of new success and happiness.-VNA
A wave of colourful fireworks erupted over major venues in cities and provinces, dazzling a sea of spectators.
In capital Hanoi, tens of thousands of citizens and foreignersstrolled around the Hoan Kiem Lake, the heart of the capital anddowntowns nearby, soaking in the festive atmosphere.
In the southern metropolis Ho Chi Minh City, local residents crammedthoroughfares, historical-cultural sites to watch multi-colouredpyrotechnic shows.
Ham Nghi, Dong Khoi, Pham NgocThach, Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets, and many others were decked out withlights and apricot, sunflower and peach blossoms.
A worker at Cat Lai port in the city expressed hope that his company will reap more rewards during this year.
In Vietnam’s far north, Ha Giang province also rang in the Year ofGoat with folk music performances and fireworks displays in 8 districts.
The southernmost province of Ca Mau, meanwhile,hosted 8,000 – 10,000 visitors per day before and during the occasion.
Flags, flowers, banners and splendid lightsalmost filled every corner of the streets. A night festival of colouredlanterns and outdoor music show in Ca Mau city attracted huge crowds toherald a year of new success and happiness.-VNA
