An exhibition entitled "Relic Sites, Festivals and Imperial Rituals of Ba Dinh District" is underway at Le Truc Flower Garden, Dien Bien Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, to celebrate the 69th anniversary of the Capital Liberation Day (October 10, 1954 - October 10, 2023).

The photo exhibition runs until October 12 at Le Truc Flower Garden, Ba Dinh District. Photo: VNA

The exhibition features 40 images of historic sites and vibrant festivals held in Ba Dinh, the sacred land and iconic district of the capital city.

Its highlights are drawings of festivals held in the ancient Thang Long Imperial Citadel, including the Tet (Lunar New Year festival) rituals of the Le Trung Hung Dynasty (1533 - 1789), Mid-Autumn Festival, Lunar New Year Festival, and Doan Ngo Festival, among others.

In addition, the beauty of monuments in the district is also shown through large photos displayed at the exhibition.

Ba Dinh District has always played a prominent role in the political life of Vietnam. It is home to many relics of the national resistance wars, including the Hanoi Flag Pole, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Thang Long Imperial Citadel, Temple of Literature, and many others.

In 1010, King Ly Cong Uan moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Dai La and renamed it Thang Long. He chose the land of today's Ba Dinh to build the Imperial Citadel where the feudal court and the royal family sat. The land is considered the heart of the ancient Thang Long Citadel.

The program commemorates the 69th anniversary of the liberation of the capital (October 10, 1954 - October 10, 2023). Photo: Ba Dinh District

Over 10 centuries have passed, Ba Dinh has remained a sacred land of extraordinary people. It is here that the country's most important events have taken place.

On September 2, 1945, President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence at Ba Dinh Square, giving birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. The event ushered Vietnam into the era of national independence combined with socialism.

At present, Ba Dinh District has 14 wards. It's adjacent to the Tay Ho, Hoan Kiem, Dong Da and Cau Giay districts.

The district is now prioritizing the preservation and utilization of traditional cultural values to become Hanoi's creative center and popular tourist destination.

Through the exhibition, the Ba Dinh District authority aims to promote the values of the district's cultural history and traditions among officials and people, especially the young generation, and contribute to building the elegant and civilized lifestyle of Hanoi residents.

The exhibition will last until October 12 at Le Truc Flower Garden, Dien Bien Ward, Ba Dinh District.

The photo exhibition promotes the beautiful landscapes and historical sites of Ba Dinh District. Photo: Ba Dinh District