It also provides a place for enjoying a wide array of traditional cultural activities.The fair, which runs February 6-16, has officially kicked off at the Giang Vo Exhibition Centre with more than 500 enterprises displaying their wares in over 900 pavilions spanning 16,000 sq metres.
Organisers of the event said the number of participants demonstrates the overall exuberance for the fair throughout the country. Enterprises, from over 35 provinces are participating including many involved in manufacturing and agriculture.
Tourism agencies are also represented at the event and are offering a large number of special offers on tour packages with huge discounts.
A wide range of cultural and art performances have also been planned by the Hanoi City Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism at this year’s fair.
