[Photos] Cultural Festival Honors Hanoi's Legacy of Peace

The “Cultural Festival for Peace” took place in Hanoi on October 6 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Hanoi’s Liberation Day (October 10, 1954 - October 10, 2024) and the 25th anniversary of Hanoi’s recognition as a “City for Peace” by UNESCO. The event recreated the heroic historical moments of the capital 70 years ago.
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[Photos] Cultural Festival Honors Hanoi's Legacy of Peace
The "Cultural Festival for Peace" was attended by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, members of the Politburo, Secretaries of the Central Party Committee, representatives of ministries, agencies, Hanoi's municipal authorities, diplomatic missions, and international organizations. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The ceremony began with a delegation of Party, State, and Vietnam Fatherland Front officials, led by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, performing a solemn incense offering at the statue of King Ly Thai To, paying tribute to the ancestors who made significant contributions to the country and the Capital. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The event began with a delegation of Party, State, and Vietnam Fatherland Front officials, led by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, performing a solemn incense offering at the statue of King Ly Thai To, paying tribute to the ancestors who made significant contributions to the country and the capital. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
A formal flag-raising ceremony, attended by approximately 10,000 people, recreated the first flag-raising in Hanoi on October 10, 1954, following the Capital’s liberation. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
A formal flag-raising ceremony, attended by around 10,000 people, recreated the first flag-raising in Hanoi on October 10, 1954, following the capital’s liberation. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The segment titled “October Emotions” reenacted the of the arduous 9-year resistance, which ended with the historic Dien Bien Phu victory that resounded across the world. This victory symbolized the spirit of independence and the burning desire for freedom of the entire nation. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The segment titled “October Emotions” reenacted the historic Dien Bien Phu victory, which symbolized the spirit of independence and the desire for freedom of the entire nation. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
Images of Hanoi’s Mayor, Doctor Tran Duy Hung, leading the victorious army into Hanoi on October 10, 1954, greeted with jubilation by the people of the capital. (Photo: Tap chi Doanh nghiep va Tiep thi)
Images of Hanoi’s Mayor, Doctor Tran Duy Hung, leading the victorious army into Hanoi on October 10, 1954, were greeted with jubilation by the people of the capital. (Photo: Tap chi Doanh nghiep va Tiep thi)
The highlight of the festival, eagerly anticipated by many residents, was the reenactment of the historic memory of 70 years ago, when the victotious army entered the capital amidst the enthusiastic welcome of tens of thousands of Hanoi residents. (Photo: Tap chi Doanh nghiep va Tiep thi)
The highlight of the festival, eagerly anticipated by many residents, was the reenactment of the historic memory of 70 years ago when the victorious army entered the capital amidst the enthusiastic welcome of tens of thousands of Hanoi residents. (Photo: Tap chi Doanh nghiep va Tiep thi)
The reenactment titled “The Victory Return” depicted the army marching through the city’s gates into Hanoi. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The reenactment titled “The Victory Return” depicted the army marching through the city’s gates into Hanoi. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The segment “The Spirit of Hanoi” showcased the character and creativity of the people of Hanoi in building and developing the capital. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The segment “The Spirit of Hanoi” showcased the character and creativity of the people of Hanoi in building and developing the capital. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The festival continued with parades and performances showcasing traditional folk arts such as the ancient dragon dance “Giao Long,” the “Bong” dance, and the traditional art of “Cheo tau tong goi.” There were also performances and exhibitions of water puppetry, “Xam” singing, and demonstrations of the UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage of tug-of-war games. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The festival continued with parades and performances showcasing traditional folk arts such as the ancient dragon dance “Giao Long,” the “Bong” dance, and the traditional art of “Cheo tau tong goi.” There were also performances and exhibitions of water puppetry, “Xam” singing, and demonstrations of the UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage of tug-of-war games. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
A unique presentation of the Vietnamese Mother Goddess worship, featuring remarkable ceremonial performances, was also part of the event. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
A unique presentation of the Vietnamese Mother Goddess worship, featuring remarkable ceremonial performances, was also part of the event. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac)
The festival was participated by international delegates, representatives from embassies, and international organizations in Vietnam. (Photo: Hanoi Television)
The festival was participated by international delegates, representatives from embassies, and international organizations in Vietnam. (Photo: Hanoi Television)
Many citizens wear traditional ao dai, waving flags and flowers, sharing their pride as they witnessed the reenactment of historical milestones in the capital during the festival. (Photo: Ha Noi Moi Newspaper)
Many citizens wear traditional ao dai, waving flags and flowers, sharing their pride as they witnessed the reenactment of historical milestones in the capital during the festival. (Photo: Ha Noi Moi Newspaper)
A large number of students also attended the festival. Mai Thi Lien, from Doi Can Street in Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, brought her two sons along so they could feel proud of being born and raised in the thousand-year-old cultural city of Hanoi. (Photo: Ha Noi Moi Newspaper)
A large number of students also attended the festival. Mai Thi Lien, from Doi Can Street in Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, brought her two sons along so they could feel proud of being born and raised in the thousand-year-old cultural city of Hanoi. (Photo: Ha Noi Moi Newspaper)
The “Cultural Festival for Peace” concluded with the song “Hello Future Hanoi,” performed by Hanoi students. After the performance, central and Hanoi municipal leaders posed for commemorative photos with international friends and the capital citizens, spreading the message of peace. (Photo: Ha Noi Moi Newspaper)
The “Cultural Festival for Peace” concluded with the song “Hello Future Hanoi,” performed by Hanoi students. After the performance, central and Hanoi municipal leaders posed for commemorative photos with international friends and the capital citizens, spreading the message of peace. (Photo: Ha Noi Moi Newspaper)
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