Hanoi to let off fireworks on Capital Liberation Day

Fireworks are set to illuminate the skies over six venues across the capital from 9 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. on October 10 as a way of marking its 70th Liberation Day.

Fireworks are set to illuminate the skies over six venues across the capital from 9 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. on October 10 as a way of marking its 70th Liberation Day, as decided on April 23 by the Hanoi Municipal People’s Committee.

The fireworks will take place at six venues at high altitudes, including Ha Noi Moi Newspaper’s headquarters in Hoan Kiem district, Lac Long Quan Flower Garden in Tay Ho district, the Formula One (F1) racetrack in Nam Tu Liem district, Thong Nhat Park in Hai Ba Trung district, Van Quan Lake in Ha Dong district, and Son Tay Old Citadel in Son Tay town.

Low-range pyrotechnic performances will also be let off in inner and outer districts of Hanoi.

The capital will spend an estimated VND9.9 billion to host the firework shows.

It has also assigned relevant departments and agencies to conduct preparations for these events in order to ensure the utmost safety and security at the venues.