Festival to light up Danang skies

January 26, 2015 - 02:52 PM

The city of Danang will be hosting a light festival, which is free to everyone, as a way of providing a cultural experience and an opportunity to connect with the culture and heritage of the region.

Illustrative photo.

According to organisers of the event, roughly 100 lasers will illuminate the Han River and surrounding metropolitan area.

The event is set to get underway from 6pm-10pm on April 24-26 on the banks of Han River.

The light performance and a coinciding international fireworks competition will be held to showcase cultural events of the city and boost tourism.

Source: VOV

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