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| An epic art performance recreating the heroic spirit of the Tây Sơn army during the 1789 spring campaign. VNA/VNS Photos |
HÀ NỘI — A ceremony was held in Đống Đa Ward on February 21, the fifth day of the first lunar month of the Year of the Horse, to mark the 237th anniversary of the Ngọc Hồi - Đống Đa Victory (1789–2026), a landmark triumph in Việt Nam’s struggle against foreign invasion.
The victory, led by national hero Emperor Quang Trung (Nguyễn Huệ) and the Tây Sơn army, saw the swift defeat of Qing invaders during the spring of 1789, securing the nation’s independence and leaving an enduring legacy in Vietnamese history.
The commemoration ceremony featured traditional incense offerings and ritual rites to honour Emperor Quang Trung and the fallen soldiers. Festive activities, including cultural performances and historical reenactments, recreated the heroic atmosphere of the legendary campaign, drawing large crowds of residents and visitors.
The annual festival not only pays tribute to the nation’s forebears but also serves as a reminder of patriotic traditions, fostering national pride and inspiring future generations. VNS
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| Drum ceremony preceding the reading of the oration at the festival. |
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| A themed artistic programme celebrating the Tây Sơn heroic legacy. |
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| An epic art performance recreating the heroic spirit of the Tây Sơn army during the 1789 spring campaign. |
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| An artistic performance highlighting the legendary spring victory of 1789. |
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| An epic art performance recreating the heroic spirit of the Tây Sơn army during the 1789 spring campaign. |
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| Delegates and residents attend the commemoration ceremony in Hà Nội. |
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| Delegates and residents attend the commemoration ceremony in Hà Nội. |
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| Delegates and residents attend the commemoration ceremony in Hà Nội. |
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| The recitation of the ceremonial oration at the 237th anniversary of the Ngọc Hồi - Đống Đa Victory (1789–2026). |
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| Burning of the ceremonial oration at the 237th anniversary of the Ngọc Hồi - Đống Đa Victory (1789–2026). |
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| Central and Hà Nội leaders listen to the ceremonial oration at the commemoration ceremony. |
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| Traditional ritual delegations take part in the commemorative rites marking the historic victory. |
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