Buddhist flag-hoisting ceremony at UN Vesak 2025 celebration
VOV.VN - A giant 500m² Buddhist flag was hoisted into the sky during the United Nations Vesak 2025 celebration in Ho Chi Minh City on May 5.
A 500m² Buddhist flag is raised in Binh Chanh District, Ho Chi Minh CityThousands of Buddhist followers and visitors gather for the solemn flag-raising ceremonyThe giant Buddhist flag, a sacred symbol of Buddhism, ascends into the clear blue skyThis is currently the world’s largest Buddhist flagMade from ultra-durable fabric, the five-color flag follows the international Buddhist flag standardGround crews meticulously prepare to ensure the 500m² flag unfolds gracefully in the skyThe flag measures 25.69m in length, symbolizing Buddhism’s 2,569-year history, and 19.47m in widthThe flag represents unity across five continents and conveys a message of peace and compassion, aligned with this year’s Vesak themeThe hoisting of the 500m² flag marks a highlight of UN Day of Vesak 2025 in Ho Chi Minh CityThe Vietnam Buddhist Academy campus is ready to welcome up to 30,000 participantsRoughly 3,000 domestic and international delegates and guests are expectedOrganizers plan to serve around 100,000 vegetarian meals daily throughout the celebrationTraffic coordination becomes a top priority as the Academy hosts the opening and houses the Lord Buddha’s sarira.The UN Day of Vesak 2025 is set to officially open on May 6 at the Vietnam Buddhist Academy in Ho Chi Minh City
