Massive crowds enjoy 3D Mapping show celebrating Ho Chi Minh City's 50th anniversary name change
Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Thousands gathered at Ho Chi Minh City Hall to watch a 3D Mapping projection show.
- The event celebrated the 50th anniversary of Saigon - Gia Dinh City being renamed in honor of President Ho Chi Minh.
- The show aimed to convey messages of innovation, integration, and sustainable development.
A massive crowd of residents and tourists converged on the Ho Chi Minh City Hall plaza to witness a spectacular 3D Mapping projection show. The event marked the 50th anniversary of Saigon - Gia Dinh City being officially named in honor of President Ho Chi Minh, a significant date in the city's history.
In the brightly lit space of the city named after Uncle Ho, in front of the architectural work that has witnessed countless historical milestones, we gather here to enjoy the art performance and 3D Mapping projection, heading towards the 50th anniversary of Saigon - Gia Dinh City being honored with the name of President Ho Chi Minh.
Nguyen Manh Cuong, Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee, delivered the opening speech, emphasizing the renaming as a symbol of national trust and aspiration for the city. He stated that bearing Ho Chi Minh's name is not just an honor but a powerful motivator for the city's continuous progress.
It is not just an administrative event or a decision about a place name. It is also the entrustment of the Party, the State, and the people of the entire country regarding the trust, responsibility, and aspiration for a city that has always been at the forefront of nation-building.
The artistic program, themed 'Innovation and Integration,' blended traditional and modern cultural elements. It aimed to project a message of a city that is both deeply connected to its past and confidently striding towards a future of sustainable development, dynamism, and creativity. The impressive visual display captivated attendees, highlighting the city's rich history and forward-looking spirit.
Through this artistic program, Mr. Nguyen Manh Cuong wishes to send to the people, domestic friends, and international tourists a message about a city named after Uncle Ho - always affectionate, dynamic, creative, integrated, and sustainably developing; a city that cherishes the past, strides firmly in the present, and confidently looks towards the future.
Originally published by Thanh Niรชn in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.