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Thousands converge on city centre to watch military parade

VOV.VN - Downtown Ho Chi Minh City has been overwhelmed with crowds as tens of thousands of residents and tourists flocked to key streets to secure spots for a military parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30).

1._thousands_converge_on_city_centre_to_watch_military_parade.jpg — Thousands of people gather the night before to secure good spots for watching the military parade.

2._thousands_converge_on_city_centre_to_watch_military_parade.jpg — A sea of people wait through the night to witness the parade and procession.

3._thousands_converge_on_city_centre_to_watch_military_parade.jpg — Many people bring mats, blankets, and food to camp overnight, reserving good viewing spots early.

4._thousands_converge_on_city_centre_to_watch_military_parade.jpg — Many people fall into deep sleep on the pavement, waiting for the next morning to watch the parade forces march in celebration of the grand anniversary.

5._thousands_converge_on_city_centre_to_watch_military_parade.jpg — The pavements along Nguyen Hue Boulevard are packed with people.

6._thousands_converge_on_city_centre_to_watch_military_parade.jpg — In the areas of Nguyen Du and Nam Ky Khoi Nghia streets, people crowd the sidewalks, with some even spilling onto the roadside.

7._thousands_converge_on_city_centre_to_watch_military_parade.jpg — Everyone is ready to stay up all night to get the best view of the parade on the morning of April 30.

8._thousands_converge_on_city_centre_to_watch_military_parade.jpg — Citizens eagerly await the most special parade in the past 50 years.

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