VIETNAM – The streets shine with red on Reunification Day

As the 50th anniversary of the South Liberation and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025) approaches, the streets, buildings, and iconic sites of Vietnam are adorned in red and yellow, reflecting national pride and collective enthusiasm. It’s the perfect time to experience Vietnam from a festive and lively perspective.

Ho Chi Minh City

In Ho Chi Minh City, the festive spirit fills the air long before Reunification Day. The streets in the city center shine with vibrant flags and colorful flowers.

Cafés stand out with original decorations, blending Vietnamese flags, traditional conical hats, and even drinks specially created for the occasion.

*The drinks are decorated in the national flag colors*

In the sky, helicopters carrying national and Communist Party flags fly over the city during rehearsals, ahead of a grand parade.

The rehearsals for the grand military and civil parade attract many spectators. Soldiers, military vehicles, and security units march in perfect synchronization, to the applause of the locals.

Locals applaud the military parade

Hanoi

In Hanoi, the streets overflow with patriotic colors. National flags, banners, and slogans adorn every corner of the city.

*A wall in a residential neighborhood is decorated with the national motto: Independence - Freedom - Happiness*

*A shop door in Hanoi decorated with the national flag*

Around Hoan Kiem Lake, colorful installations and banners attract attention, becoming a popular spot for visitors who wish to take souvenir photos.

Hue

In Hue, the former imperial capital, schools and major streets are also dressed in red and yellow. The city invites visitors to participate in numerous cultural activities and festive events.

*The courtyard of a university in Hue is radiant with the red of the flags*

One of the highlights for tourists is the free night tours of the Imperial City, a unique opportunity to discover the timeless charm of Hue.

Hoi An

In Hoi An, a landmark hotel stands out with its 80 Vietnamese flags hanging from its balconies, creating a striking scene.

This captivating display, full of Vietnamese national pride, leaves a lasting impression, offering a powerful glimpse into the historical significance of this event for the country, and serving as a reminder of the unity and resilience that shaped Vietnam's journey to independence and peace.