TUYÊN QUANG - The second International Hot-Air Balloon Festival opened in Tuyên Quang City in the northern mountainous province of the same name on April 28.

The festival, which will last until May 2, will be the highlight of the Tuyên Quang Tourism Year 2023.

The second International Hot-Air Balloon Festival brings together a total of 20 balloons VNA/VNS Photo

It will take place across two venues, namely Nguyễn Tất Thành Square in Tuyên Quang City, and Nà Tông Stadium in Lâm Bình District.

This year’s edition brings together a total of 20 balloons under the control of experienced pilots from different countries and territories around the world, including Japan, the Republic of Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, the Netherlands, India, Slovakia, Russia, Taiwan (China), and Việt Nam.

During the five-day event, visitors will have a chance to fly the balloons and see major local tourist sites from above, visit caves, go kayaking on Na Hang Lake, and participate in a series of entertainment activities.

This year, Tuyên Quang is aiming to welcome more than 2.5 million tourist arrivals. VNS