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Centuries of legend, history and cultural pride come alive at the Giong Festival, an annual celebration in the picturesque outskirts of Hanoi.

The streets of Hanoi are aglow with color as the city celebrates the 95th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam (February 3, 1930 - February 3, 2025).

The victory showcases Vietnam's steadfast determination to safeguard its sovereignty against external threats.

People across Vietnam are excited to see fireworks on Lunar New Year’s Eve – the biggest celebration for Vietnamese.

Red flags, banners, slogans, posters, and large panels have graced the streets of Hanoi as the Lunar New Year approaches.

The Tong Cuu Nghenh Tan (Farewell the Old and Welcome the New) ceremony marks the vibrant beginning of Tet celebrations at the iconic Thang Long Imperial Citadel.

The Ocean - Oriental Light Fest 2025 is a fascinating destination for tourists and cultural enthusiasts during the upcoming Lunar New Year celebrations.

The streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter came alive as the city hosted the vibrant "Tet Viet- Tet Pho" (Vietnamese Tet - Street Tet 2025) festival to welcome the Lunar New Year.

Some 2,025 drones - the largest number of drones ever flown in such a performance - created a synchronized light show with laser effects, a symphonic score and renowned singers and performers on stage.

Hoan Kiem Lake is a magnet for both tourists and, these days, young locals looking for a backdrop for their Tet photos.

The "Voice of Heritage" finale celebrated Hanoi's cultural soul as 14 student teams passionately brought the city's rich history to life.

As the Year of the Snake draws near in 2025, this revered creature takes on a special significance, symbolizing prosperity, smooth transitions and success for the coming year.

To welcome the Year of the Snake, shops along Hang Ma Street in Hanoi display an array of items and decorations, catering to the public's desire to adorn their homes for the Lunar New Year.

The Hanoi Times is honored to present the outstanding events of Hanoi in 2024, as officially announced by the municipal Party's Commission for Propaganda and Education.

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

As the New Year and Lunar New Year approach, the streets of Hanoi are adorned with vibrant decorations, including flags, flowers, and festive slogans, to celebrate the arrival of 2025 and the country’s major holidays.