The Quang Tri Citadel, the site of the historic 81-day battle in 1972. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
The Quang Tri Citadel, the site of the historic 81-day battle in 1972. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
During peak periods, up to 3,000 people visit the Quang Tri Citadel each day to offer flowers and incense in memory of the fallen. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
During peak periods, up to 3,000 people visit the Quang Tri Citadel each day to offer flowers and incense in memory of the fallen. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
Young people visit the Quang Tri Citadel to pay tribute to the fallen and gain a deeper appreciation of the value of peace. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
Young people visit the Quang Tri Citadel to pay tribute to the fallen and gain a deeper appreciation of the value of peace. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
Visitors listen to stories about the fierce 81-day battle fought at the Quang Tri Citadel in 1972. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
Visitors listen to stories about the fierce 81-day battle fought at the Quang Tri Citadel in 1972. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
During peak periods, up to 3,000 people visit the Quang Tri Citadel each day to offer flowers and incense in memory of the fallen. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
During peak periods, up to 3,000 people visit the Quang Tri Citadel each day to offer flowers and incense in memory of the fallen. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
People from across the country gather at the Quang Tri Citadel to pay tribute to the fallen. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
People from across the country gather at the Quang Tri Citadel to pay tribute to the fallen. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
During peak periods, up to 3,000 people visit the Quang Tri Citadel each day to offer flowers and incense in memory of the fallen. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
During peak periods, up to 3,000 people visit the Quang Tri Citadel each day to offer flowers and incense in memory of the fallen. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
Visitors pay tribute to the fallen at the Quang Tri Citadel. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
Visitors pay tribute to the fallen at the Quang Tri Citadel. (Photo: Tuong Vi/VNA)
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Quang Tri Citadel: A sacred destination for July remembrance

These days, thousands of people from across Vietnam are returning to the Quang Tri Citadel, the site of the 81-day battle in 1972, to honor the fallen soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation's independence and freedom. During peak periods, the historic site welcomes up to 3,000 visitors a day.