Historical sites associated with the Capital’s Liberation Day, October 10th

Long Bien Bridge is over 100 years old. It’s a “historical witness” of important milestones of the capital Hanoi. On October 9, 1954, the last French soldiers withdrew across Long Bien Bridge, and the Vietnamese liberation army and people completely took control of the capital. (photo: VOV Giao thong)

The 2-km bridge built by the French is still preserved and has become one of the symbols of Hanoi. (Photo: VOV) Hanoi Flag Tower

In 1945, the August Revolution succeeded and the red flag with a yellow star was hoisted for the first time on the Hanoi Flag Tower. On October 10, 1954, the flag-raising ceremony at the Hanoi Flag Tower marked a historic milestone of the Vietnamese nation: the capital Hanoi was liberated. (Photo: baogiaothong.vn)

Through time, harsh weather, and the destruction of war, the Hanoi Flag Tower carrying the national flag has stood tall, symbolizing the will, independence, and self-determination of the Vietnamese people. (Photo: Trong Tai/tienphong.vn) Tonkin Palace

Tonkin Palace, which is now the Government Guest House, is one of the first places in Hanoi that the Vietnam People's Army took over on October 10, 1954. (Photo: kinhtedothi.vn)

The Tonkin Palace (Government Guest House) has witnessed many historical events of the nation. (Photo: kinhtedothi.vn) Hanoi Opera House

Hanoi Opera House is where signal for the historic flag-raising ceremony was sounded at 3 p.m. on October 10, 1954. It’s one of the important cultural centers of the capital, where cultural activities and art performances are held regularly. (Photo: VTC News)

Hanoi Opera House was built in 1901 and completed in 1911. After more than a century, this place remains one of the historical symbols of the capital. (Photo: Trong Tai/tienphong.vn) Doan Mon

Doan Mon at Thang Long Imperial Citadel is where the Vietnam People's Army gathered when they took over the capital on October 10, 1954. (Photo: hoangthanhthanglong.com)

Doan Mon is one of the main gates of the Forbidden City. Doan Mon is located in the south of Kinh Thien Palace on the same axis with the Hanoi Flag Tower. Thang Long Imperial Citadel is open to tourists with many attractive activities to learn about history. (Photo: hoangthanhthanglong.com) Hanoi Railway Station

Hanoi Railway Station is one of the first facilities the Vietnam People's Army took over from France. The station was built in the early of the 20th century, as the largest railway station in Indochina at that time. (Photo: Trong Tai/tienphong.vn)

Over the last 70 years, the station has always been busy with trains. From here, passengers can travel on all domestic routes. (Photo: baophapluat.vn) Dong Xuan market

The Liberation Army passed Dong Xuan market to join other forces at Thang Long Imperial Citadel on October 10th, 1954. (Photo: Bao Trung/toquoc.vn)

Dong Xuan market and the surround area are always crowded and busy. It’s also an attractive destination for tourists.

Historical sites associated with the Capital’s Liberation Day, October 10th

10-10-2024 13:41

(VOVWORLD) - Many of the historical sites in Hanoi have undergone many changes over the time, but they still retain their historical and cultural values.

Le Chi collects