Hien Luong-Ben Hai historical relic site

A flag-raising ceremony is held on April 30 every year in the central province of Quang Tri to mark National Reunification Day.

Hien Luong Bridge spans across Ben Hai River, which divided North and South Vietnam during the American War (Photo: VNA)

It is only 178m long but it took 21 years for Vietnamese people from the North and the South to be united (Photo: VNA)

It is only 178m long but it took 21 years for Vietnamese people from the North and the South to be united (Photo: VNA)

The national flag pole represents a symbol of independence and freedom and is a legend from the devastating war (Photo: VNA)

The national flag pole represents a symbol of independence and freedom and is a legend from the devastating war (Photo: VNA)

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