On the morning of September 2, many people flocked to Nguyen Thien Thanh Street (Thu Thiem Ward, Thu Duc City) to watch the hot air balloon performance to celebrate National Day.
On the morning of September 2, Ho Chi Minh City organized the release of 20 hot air balloons to celebrate National Day, September 2. Among them, there was one printed with the national flag, 18m high and 14m in diameter, to fly in the sky.
As early as 7 o'clock, many people were present to watch the moment the hot air balloon flew up over the Saigon River.
Despite the unfavorable weather and strong winds, the technicians still completed their work to serve tourists.
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A large hot air balloon printed with the national flag requires more than 10 people to operate it.
"The hot air balloon release to celebrate National Day on September 2 aims to create a highlight, attract tourists, and promote the image of Ho Chi Minh City to domestic and foreign visitors. The event is expected to attract 20,000 participants and experiencers," said Mr. Nguyen Huu Trung (representative of the organizing unit).
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Hot air balloon launching on Saigon River is a series of unique cultural and sports activities during Independence Day, attracting the attention of many people.
In the joyful atmosphere of the festival, many children wearing shirts printed with the national flag checked in with the hot air balloon.
The hot air balloon release program will take place on September 2 and 3, from 6:00 to 9:00 and from 16:30 to 18:30. Also within the framework of the program to celebrate National Day, tonight Ho Chi Minh City will organize high-altitude fireworks at the beginning of the Saigon River tunnel and low-altitude fireworks at Dam Sen Cultural Park.
According to Vietnamnet