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Fireworks light up Hanoi’s sky to mark 72nd anniversary of Liberation Day

Fireworks illuminated the skies over Hanoi on Saturday night as large crowds gathered at Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake, and Van Quan Lake to celebrate the 72nd anniversary of the capital’s Liberation Day.

Fireworks light up Hanoi’s sky to mark 72nd anniversary of Liberation Day

Hanoi's night sky lit up with dazzling fireworks on October 10, 2026 to mark the 72nd anniversary of its Liberation Day. Photo: Tuoi Tre

At 9:00 pm, fireworks were launched simultaneously from all three locations, marking the historic occasion.

Brilliant bursts of color soared high above the city before exploding into dazzling patterns.

Beneath the vibrant displays, residents and visitors gazed skyward, capturing the memorable moments on their phones.

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Bursts of fireworks soar into the sky before exploding in dazzling displays. Photo: Tuoi Tre

Crowds packed the launch sites and surrounding streets, creating a festive and lively atmosphere across the capital as people gathered to enjoy the celebrations.

All three venues featured a combination of high-altitude and low-altitude fireworks, accompanied by pyrotechnic effects.

A total of 4,025 high-altitude fireworks shells were set off across the three locations, including 1,725 at Hoan Kiem Lake, 1,800 at West Lake, and 500 at Van Quan Lake in Ha Dong Ward.

The displays also featured 1,280 pyrotechnic racks, including 350 on Hoan Kiem Lake, 900 on West Lake, and 30 on the shore of Van Quan Lake.

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Fireworks light up Hanoi’s sky to mark 72nd anniversary of Liberation Day- Ảnh 3.
Fireworks light up Hanoi’s sky to mark 72nd anniversary of Liberation Day- Ảnh 4.

Fireworks paint Hanoi’s night sky with vibrant colors. Photo: Tuoi Tre

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Fireworks illuminate Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, October 10, 2026. Photo: Tuoi Tre

Fireworks light up Hanoi’s sky to mark 72nd anniversary of Liberation Day- Ảnh 6.

A total of 1,800 fireworks shells set off at the West Lake site. Photo: Tuoi Tre


Fireworks light up Hanoi’s sky to mark 72nd anniversary of Liberation Day- Ảnh 7.

Large crowds gather at West Lake to watch the fireworks. Photo: Tuoi Tre

Fireworks light up Hanoi’s sky to mark 72nd anniversary of Liberation Day- Ảnh 8.

Fireworks light up the sky over Van Quan Lake in Hanoi. Photo: Tuoi Tre

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