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Crowds embrace Christmas cheer

Crowds flocked to the streets of major cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate Christmas.

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On Tuesday evening, thousands of people rushed to the area around St. Joseph's Cathedral in Hanoi to experience the Christmas spirit.

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The streets around the cathedral, including Nha Chung, Nha Tho, Hang Trong, Au Trieu, and Ly Quoc Su, were also packed with people.

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A giant Christmas tree at the cathedral is adorned with thousands of white snowflakes, shimmering tinsel, and sparkling lights.

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Le Nhi, from the central province of Nghe An, said this was her first visit to St. Joseph's Cathedral, and she was truly impressed by the warm and festive ambience.

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The performance of Christmas carols at St. Joseph's Cathedral 

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The area around Hoan Kiem Lake attracted crowds, particularly young people.

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Hang Ma Street in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, is filled with the Christmas spirit, with shops selling a variety of decorations.

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Thai Ha Parish Church served a large number of worshippers attending Mass.

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Meanwhile, many streets in the centre of Ho Chi Minh City were congested on Tuesday evening as crowds gathered to celebrate Christmas.

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Around 6 pm, the area surrounding Notre-Dame Cathedral was jammed.

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By 8:30 pm, the flow of vehicles from various areas heading towards the city centre sharply increased.

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Meanwhile, in the Christian community in District 8, many families gathered to pray for a peaceful Christmas season and a happy new year.