Việt Nam - Korea light up the winter night

December 17, 2016 - 03:00

The Việt Nam-Korean Giant Lantern Festival is going on at Hà Nội’s Yên Sở Park till January 22.

Colourful dragon: Though the festival has been running for a few weeks, people are still flocking to enjoy it. VNS Photo Thái Hà
Viet Nam News

The Việt Nam-Korean Giant Lantern Festival is going on at Hà Nội’s Yên Sở Park till January 22.

Sight to behold: The event will run till the end of January. VNA/VNS Photo Minh Đức

The event showcases 40 giant lanterns, each measuring 10-30cm, created by South Korean craftsmen. The lanterns have been designed to follow various themes like peace, love and hope.

Something for all: The event gathers both young and old people. VNA/VNS Photo Minh Đức

People attending the event at night will have a chance to enjoy K-pop dance and 200 stalls offering Vietnamese and Korean products. — VNS Photo Thái Hà & Minh Đức

Array of lights: Thousands of people queue up every night to buy tickets to the show. VNS Photo Thái Hà
Winter wonder: Chilly gusts of wind do not prevent people from enjoying the show. VNS Photo Thái Hà
Love of lights: The festival has been organised in many other countries and drawn millions of visitors. VNS Photo Thái Hà
Family outing: A mother and her children pose for a photo. VNA/VNS Photo Minh Đức
 

 

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