(VOVWORLD) - Dazzling fireworks lit up the skies across Vietnam at midnight on Tuesday, carrying hopes for a peaceful and prosperous new lunar year, the Year of the Snake.
 A program to welcome the lunar new year 2025 in Hanoi. |
In Hanoi, high-altitude fireworks were set off at 30 locations. "In this sacred moment, like millions of Vietnamese, I feel immense joy. I wish for a strong and thriving Vietnam, standing on an equal footing with global powers," said a local resident.
"In the Year of the Snake, I hope our country will continue to maintain stability, advance further, and integrate more extensively into the world," said another Hanoian.
 HCM city dwellers on Lunar New Year's Eve. |
In Ho Chi Minh City, crowds gathered at Nguyen Hue Flower Street, Bach Dang Wharf Park, and many other locations to enjoy fireworks shows.
"I hope the city will continue to develop, and people live in peace and happiness. The municipal leaders are paying great attention to social welfare and people’s well-being," said local resident Luong Anh Nguyet.
In Kon Tum province, fireworks were displayed in Kon Tum city and three districts—Ngoc Hoi, Dak To, and Sa Thay.
"I wish you all a year full of joy. Last year, good coffee and rubber prices helped improve our lives. I hope everyone will achieve even greater success in the new year," said Xo Dang ethnic A Thiu.