Exhibition on 1010th anniversary of Thang Long – Hanoi underway in capital city
An exhibition themed ‘Kinh Do Muon Doi’ (The eternal capital) is underway at the Thang Long Royal Citadel in Hanoi as part of activities to celebrate 1010th anniversary of Thang Long – Hanoi and the 66th anniversary of the city's Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2020).
The exhibition will last until the end of October (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - An exhibition themed ‘Kinh Do Muon Doi’ (The eternalcapital) is underway at the Thang Long Royal Citadel in Hanoi as partof activities to celebrate 1010th anniversary of Thang Long – Hanoi and the66th anniversary of the city's Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2020).
Held by the Thang Long -Hanoi Heritage Conservation Centre, the exhibition aims to highlight the roleand vision of King Ly Thai To in moving the capital from Hoa Lu to Dai La andthen renaming Thang Long 1010 years ago.
The more than 100 picturesand documents at the exhibition are divided into three parts, including KingLy Thai To and his decision to move the capital; Thang Long Citadel; and Hanoi capital.
Of these, the first partoutlines the life and career of King Ly Thai To; his home town; an overviewof the ancient capital Hoa Lu (Ninh Binh province) and the millennial visionKing Ly Thai To gave via the Thien do chieu (Edict on theTransfer of the Capital).
Through the exhibition, the visitors have a chanceto learn about the heavenly journey of moving the capital from Hoa Lu to DaiLa.
The exhibition also introduces the Thang Long Citadel under the LyDynasty, its unique values, and archaeological artifacts about the ImperialCitadel of Thang Long under the Ly Dynasty.
The second part showcasespictures and documents on the ups and downs of the capital through differentdynasties; its achievements, and the beauty of Thang Long Imperial Citadelunder the Tran and Le dynasties.
The third part tells thehistorical story of Hanoi since it was recognised as the capital in 1945. Ofthese, there are the memorable historical moments when Vietnamese liberationforces entered the capital in 1954 and the capital's joy when the country wascompletely unified.
The highlight capital isthe achievements of Hanoi during the Doi Moi (renewal) process. In particular,Hanoi has become more and more integrated into the world, having been giventhe title 'A City for Peace' by UNESCO. Hanoi is also known as a safe andfriendly destination, with consistent successes of many international events.
The exhibition, which wasopened on October 9, will stay open until the end of October 2020./.
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The exhibition will last until the end of October (Photo: VNA) 
