Based on the legendary in which Emperor Ly Thai To selected Thang Long as the name of the capital when he saw a golden dragon flying up into the sky.
Since then, dragon dancing festival in Hanoi became cultural activities attractong capital residents and visitors on the occasion of October 10th every year.
This afternoon , in the area Statue of King Ly Thai To, Hoan Kiem Lake, festival dragon dance took place.
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Attending the festival dragon dancing festival, 30 teams were recruited from the district of the city. Dragon dance has become common playground for ages from teenagers to the elderly in many localities.
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Elderly people of My Duc dragon dancing team are eagerly waiting to their repertoire. In order to have spectacular dragon dance, elderly association urged members to practice throughout the year.
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According to the view of the East, Long- Ly- Quy – Phuong are noble animals in the cave. These animals were worshiped and respected through dances during major folkfestivals. The significance of these dances is wishing for a prosperous and happy life.
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On this occasion, Hanoi welcomes so many international tourists to visit. Many visitors have the chance to record special moments of colorful dragon dancing festival this year
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