Numerous colourful lanterns can be seen lighting up Luong Nhu Hoc Street in District 5 of Ho Chi Minh City during the night, serving to attract plenty of visitors ahead of the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival.
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Luong Nhu Hoc Street in HCM City, known locally as Lantern Street, is a familiar destination for residents as it emerges annually ahead of every Mid-Autumn Festival.
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The street is open to visitors from the first day of July until the fifteenth day of August in the lunar calendar. |
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Visitors have the choice of purchasing both traditional and modern lanterns from the thousands on sale along the street.
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Ahead of this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival which falls on October 1, lanterns produced locally tend to dominate the market, with plenty of choice on offer, even for young children. |
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The venue proves to be popular among young people as it offers many great photo opportunities.
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Parents like to bring their children to enjoy the festive atmosphere. |
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A girl poses for a photo in order to capture a memory from the Mid-Autumn Festival.
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Due to the impact of the novel coronavirus epidemic, many sellers say they have reduced imports by between 30% to 40% in comparison to the previous year, with many fearful that the virus may return.
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A child appears excited at the sight of princess-shaped lanterns. |
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VOV/ Photos: Laodong.vn
District 5 in Ho Chi Minh City is playing host to Lantern Street, which features a bustling atmosphere along with colourful lanterns and traditional toys to welcom the Mid-Autumn Festival.
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