HCMC decks up in national colors for National Day celebrations

A sea of red flags with the five-pointed yellow star adorned Ho Chi Minh City homes as residents joined their compatriots across the country in celebrating the National Day - September 2.

As a historical site and one of the symbolic destinations in HCMC, the Independence Palace is adorned on the National Day.

A street lined with red flags in inner HCMC.

Nguyen Van Binh book street in District 1 is a popular destination for young people, as well as domestic and international tourists, on the National Day.

These days, foreign tourists enjoy visiting HCMC streets and taking photos of them.

A house’s front door is painted with an image of the national flag.

Another street lined with red flags.

It’s easy to spot the national flag throughout HCMC streets during the holiday.

The municipal government also set up and decorated numerous miniature scenes for people to enjoy and photograph. Additionally, various activities are organized to celebrate the National Day.

Rows of national flags light up the sky of HCMC.