Festival commemorates President Ho Chi Minh

The Lang Sen (Sen Village) Festival is scheduled to be held in the central province of Nghe An from May 10-19, to commemorate President Ho Chi Minh.
An art performance at last year’s festival (Photo: VNA)
An art performance at last year’s festival (Photo: VNA)

The event, named after the home village of the late President will be held on the occasion of his 123rd birthday, included various activities such as documentary screenings on the late leader, a photo exhibition, a culinary contest, a special art performance, and a writing contest on the life and career of the late leader, among others.

The highlight of the event was the Sen Village Singing Festival, which saw performances staged by amateur artists from various districts in Nghe An.

Through songs, local people expressed their deep sentiments and respect for the late President.

President Ho Chi Minh was born on May 19, 1890, in Kim Lien commune, Nam Dan district. He devoted his full life to national liberation, while tirelessly striving for peace and progress in the world.

He led the nation to success in the struggle for national independence and establishing the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, following the August Revolution in 1945.

The President passed away in 1969.

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