14TH NATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE COMMUNIST PARTY OF VIETNAM

Hanoi lights up with spectacular fireworks to welcome 2025

Khanh Huy - Ngoc Tu - Thanh Thanh

Jan 01, 2025 / 01:28 AM

The capital city lights up the sky with six fireworks displays across five districts to ring in 2025.

Fireworks light up Hanoi’s sky, ushering in the hopes and dreams of 2025.

As the clock struck midnight, Hanoi illuminated the night with breathtaking fireworks across six locations. The city came alive in a dazzling display, reflecting the spirit of a new year filled with promise. From the heart of Hoan Kiem to the historic Son Tay Citadel, and across bustling districts like Nam Tu Liem, Ha Dong, and Dong Anh, each burst of light symbolized Hanoi’s unwavering hope for a bright future ahead.

Fireworks at Nam Tu Liem District's My Dinh.

Nam Tu Liem District (F1 racetrack area, Phu Do Ward) is one of the five firework display locations.

Each location features 600 aerial fireworks and 90 ground fireworks during a 15-minute display from midnight to 12:15 am on January 1, 2025.

Many people flocked to firework display locations.

People enjoy fireworks.

Capturing the moment of the fireworks.

A couple takes photo to capture the moment of welcoming the New Year.

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