Book Festival bustling in Thang Long royal citadel
The 2015 Book Festival themed "Books and Heritage" opened in Thang Long royal citadel in Hanoi on September 29 to mark the 61st anniversary of the capital city's Liberation Day (October 10).
The festival runs from September 29 - October 5, 2015 (Source: VNA)
The book festival aims to highlight the beauty in the daily life in Hanoi and honour the reading culture for the development of a learning society. (Source: VNA)
The event also presents opportunities for readers to have an insight into the long-standing tradition of Thang Long - Hanoi, contributing to educating Hanoians and people nationwide about historical significance of the capital's Liberation Day. (Source: VNA)
A book model featuring Party - Uncle Ho by the National Political Publishing House. (Source: VNA)
A book model themed Hanoi - the civilised and heroic capital for peace by the Hanoi Publishing House. (Source: VNA)
The highlight of the event includes the Knowledge Gate, the Book Road (decorated with overhead hung books) in the centre of the Thang Long royal citadel. (Source: VNA)
Old books are showcased at the event. (Source: VNA)
The organising board calls on participating units and visitors to donate books to school libaries, post offices in difficult areas in the capital, as well as to soldiers and people in the island district of Truong Sa (Spratly). (Source: VNA)
Classic works of literature draw attention. (Source: VNA)
This woman finds books she's been looking for at the event. (Source: VNA)
Discounted books are offered at the festival. (Source: VNA)