Locals watch the anniversary parade from outside the post office in central Hanoi.
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A retired solider proudly displays his medals while holding a portrait of Ho Chi Minh in central Hanoi. During the capital's millennial anniversary, many ex fighters wore their uniforms and medals.
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Soldiers stand guard during the opening ceremony at Hoan Kiem Lake. Security was tight throughout the celebrations, with access severely restricted for the majority of the public.
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A boy walks through the restored Thanh Long Citadel. The Citadel, recently recognized as a world heritage site by UNESCO, was opened to the public with a big ceremony showcasing traditional song and dance.
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Participants at the Skies of Peace kite festival get ready to launch their kite. The festival, held at My Dinh stadium was overshadowed by an explosion caused by fireworks, killing three foreign fireworks experts.
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Motorbikes stuck in traffic outside Ba Dinh square. Roads were severely congested throughout the week.
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The national flag flies in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Streets across the city were draped in government issued flags and banners to highlight the anniversary.
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Pigeons are released at Hoan Kiem Lake in the center of Hanoi to herald the start of the 10-day millennial celebrations.
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A sign reading "No Trespassing" at the entrance to the stage outside the Ly Thai To statue in central Hanoi. Access to the main events was heavily controlled and many locals were unable to get close to performances.
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A man makes a call in front of the Hanoi Ceramic Road. The mosaic was officially entered into the Guinness World Records ads the world longest pottery mural to coincide with the city’s millennial celebrations.
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A member of a marching band waits to take the stage in Central Hanoi. Troupes from all over the country converged in the city to perform at outdoor stages across the capital
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An elderly man argues with a policeman outside an event in central Hanoi. Some locals complained of heavy-handed tactics and lack of restriction to the main shows.
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Performers in dragon costumes get ready to take the stage. Traditional song and dance played a major role in the celebration events.
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A woman walks past a large banner with the 1,000-year sign.
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