In pictures: Fireworks explode over Ha Noi’s sky to ring in Year of the Horse

As the clock struck midnight, fireworks were set off at 33 locations across the capital city to welcome the Lunar New Year, the Year of the Horse.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 09:45

The pyrotechnic show lights up the sky over Hoan Kiem Lake in central Ha Noi.

Fireworks over Hoan Kiem Lake.

Fireworks over Hoan Kiem Lake.

Fireworks over Hoan Kiem Lake.

Fireworks over Hoan Kiem Lake.

Fireworks over Hoan Kiem Lake.

Revellers watch fireworks at My Dinh.

Revellers watch fireworks at My Dinh.

Revellers watch fireworks at My Dinh.

NDO/Photos: Thuy Nguyen

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