German press highlight preparations for Hanoi’s millenium
VNA – 28/01/2010 - Hanoi’s preparations for the upcoming 1,000 th anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi were featured on Germany’s ‘Mirror’ website on Jan.24.
The website depicted the bustling atmosphere with hundreds of thousands of motorbikes on the streets of Hanoi, especially the ancient streets which are splendidly decorated; the propaganda and advertisement on the capital’s construction and development images were launched; and 100 bronze drums cast for the festive day on October 10, 2010.
It also hightlighted the history of King Ly Thai To who decided to remove the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long in 1010, the development of Hanoi through many historical periods; and the establishment of 36 streets along with their own special businesses.
It said that Hanoi in 2010 will be an attractive destination for domestic and foreign tourists to enjoy the festival atmosphere, go shopping and taste the nation’s food specialties./.
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