Millions in Hanoi thrilled by grand parade

14TH NATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE COMMUNIST PARTY OF VIETNAM

The Hanoi Times

Sep 02, 2025 / 01:23 PM

Hanoi celebrated National Day with a spectacular military parade at Ba Dinh Square on the morning of September 2.

THE HANOI TIMES — Tens of thousands across the capital gathered to witness the grand ceremony marking the 80th National Day that was broadcast live at the venue or on big screens set up citywide.

The Hanoi Times helps you experience the festive atmosphere.

Hình ảnh 1 — Crowds gather at the Trang Tien-Phan Chu Trinh-Ly Thai To intersection. Photo: Khanh Huy

Hình ảnh 2 — Thousands arrive early at My Dinh National Stadium to witness the gun salute. Photo: Quy Nguyen

Hình ảnh 3 — At the Van Cao-Phan Ke Binh-Van Phuc crossroads, large crowds join the celebration. Photo: Thanh Luan

Hình ảnh 4 — A giant screen near Cau Giay Park draws a big audience. Photo: Cong Trinh

Hình ảnh 5 — In Ha Dong Ward’s Astronomy Park, thousands gather to watch the live broadcast. Photo: Le Dat

Hình ảnh 6 — Residents follow the parade at Phung Khoang Park, Dai Mo Ward. Photo: Hong Thai

Hình ảnh 7 — Residents and students watch the grand ceremony at Nghia Tan Secondary School. Photo: Cong Trinh

Hình ảnh 9 — Parade formations march along Nguyen Thai Hoc Street to cheering crowds. Photo: Thanh Hai

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