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The event is running with the theme of “Lung linh trang ram”, known as “Sparkling full moon” in English, and has been organised by the Thang Long-Hanoi Heritage Conservation Centre in order to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month each year.

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Visitors can enjoy the opportunity of witnessing artisans up close as they make traditional star-shaped lanterns.
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Trays go on show featuring various traditional fruits of the Mid-Autumn Festival as arranged by artisan Pham Thi Nguyet Anh.

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A range of animal-shaped cakes by artisan Dang Van Hau can be seen on display.
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Visitors are introduced to a traditional tray of items from the Mid-Autumn Festival.

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Mooncakes are an indispensable part of the special festival.
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The event gives children the chance to make a range of traditional items, including moon cakes.

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Children can also produce traditional lanterns.
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Lotus-shaped lanterns prove to be particularly popular among children.

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Children at the event are excited by the toys on offer.
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Lanterns made from paper and cans are among some of the rare items on show.

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The event is scheduled to last until September 27.

VOV/Photos: Kinhtedothi.vn

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