The Capital’s Celestial Spectacle: Hanoi’s Dazzling Lunar New Year Drone Display

Mark your calendars for an enchanting evening as the “Light Concert – New Year 2025” illuminates the night sky on January 18 at 8 pm. This spectacular event, held at the picturesque intersection of Nguyen Hoang Ton and Lac Long Quan Streets in Tay Ho District, is an integral part of the city’s vibrant Lunar New Year celebrations.
Witness a historic depiction of King Ly Cong Uan’s edict from 1010, where he moved the capital to Hanoi, brought to life by a mesmerizing drone performance. Photo: Huy Pham/ The Hanoi Times

The main attraction is a breathtaking light show featuring a symphony of 2025 drones dancing in perfect harmony with live orchestral music. This mesmerizing event marks the grand opening of the Hanoi International Light Festival 2025, a celebration of art, innovation, and cultural heritage.

With the theme “Shine Your Vibes,” the festival showcases the creativity and beauty of Hanoi through intricate drone choreography. Each drone is programmed with a unique flight path, creating captivating visual narratives that honor the city’s rich thousand-year history and heritage.

Set against the serene backdrop of West Lake, this spectacular light and drone performance blends ancient traditions with modern technology, offering a breathtaking experience for locals and visitors alike. It promises to be an unforgettable highlight of the Lunar New Year celebrations, leaving a lasting impression as we usher in the Year of the Snake.

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The Captivating Capital: Hanoi Unveils Entry Fees for its Historic Treasures



As of January 2, two of Hanoi’s Old Quarter’s most iconic historical sites will implement an admission fee for visitors, marking a new chapter in the city’s efforts to conserve its rich cultural heritage. This initiative aims to generate funds that will directly contribute to the preservation and upkeep of these treasured landmarks, ensuring their longevity for future generations to enjoy.

Springtime Splendor: Hanoi’s 70 Vibrant Flower Markets This Tet Holiday



As Tet approaches, Ho Chi Minh City blossoms with vibrant spring flower markets, approximately 70 in number. These markets offer a dazzling spectacle of colors and fragrances, creating an enchanting atmosphere in the lead-up to the festive season.

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