Photos: The Old Quarter before Hanoi Liberation Day

October 10th 1954, Hanoi was completely liberated from the French colonial rule. It was truly a great day for not only the city but for the whole nation of Vietnam.

60 years later, Hanoi are holding a big ceremony for this historic event. The streets of the capital city are gorgeously decorated. Let's take a quick look of the famous Old Quarter in the evening 2 days before the ceremony.

The Turtle Tower, an iconic landmark situated in a small island near the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake. 

The Huc Bridge (The Morning Sunlight Bridge), a red wooden bridge connects the shore to the Ngoc Son Temple

Hang Ngang and Hang Dao Street with the decorative light resembling the symbol of Hanoi - the Constellation of Literature Pavilion

Hang Khay, one of the most beautiful streets of Hanoi

Trang Tien Street, which connects the Hoan Kiem Lake to Hanoi Opera House