Ho Chi Minh City welcomes Tet 2025 with a dazzling fireworks display at 15 launch sites, including two high-altitude and 13 low-altitude locations. This marks the first year the city sets a record for the number of launch sites, creating a special festive atmosphere for its residents.
Grand Scale of the Fireworks Display
On the morning of the 29th day of the lunar year, Sai Gon Tunnel Park became the central location for the fireworks display, featuring approximately 1,500 high-altitude fireworks and 30 low-altitude racks. This is the area with the highest concentration of racks among the city’s 15 launch sites.
Fireworks display meticulously prepared at Sai Gon Tunnel Park
Soldiers from the HCMC Command and Civil Defense forces worked closely to assemble the fireworks system, ensuring absolute safety during the setup.
Modern Technology and Techniques in the Fireworks Display
High-altitude fireworks, with diameters over 9cm or launched above 120m, are specially designed to create powerful visual effects. Each rack is carefully wired and placed into specialized launch tubes.
Soldiers inspecting the technical aspects of the fireworks racks before the event
This year, officers and soldiers also took on the task of connecting power to the fireworks shells—a job typically handled by manufacturers. This demonstrates the professionalism and adaptability of the implementing team.
Unique Fireworks Launch Sites
Two high-altitude launch sites are strategically positioned:
- Sai Gon Tunnel Head (Thu Duc City): An open space, ideal for viewing from multiple angles.
- Ben Dược Martyrs Memorial (Cu Chi District): A historically significant site, adding a solemn atmosphere.
The vast space at the two high-altitude launch sites
Additionally, 13 low-altitude launch sites are evenly distributed throughout the city, including three on river barges, allowing residents to enjoy the spectacle from various areas.
The Cultural Significance of Tet Fireworks
The fireworks display is more than just entertainment; it carries deep cultural significance. The brilliant lights in the night sky symbolize hope, joy, and community unity.
Diverse colors and shapes in the fireworks display
The program is expected to last 15 minutes, from 00:00 to 00:15 on January 29, 2025, marking the transition to the new year.
Conclusion
Organizing 15 fireworks launch sites in HCMC not only showcases significant investment in scale but also underscores the importance of this activity in the city’s cultural life. Join us in celebrating this vibrant moment in the city’s sky to start a hopeful and prosperous new year.
Source: Dan Tri
