As a popular destination in Hanoi's Old Quarter during traditional events like Tet or mid-Autumn festival, Hang Ma and Phung Hung Mural Streets draw many visitors to enjoy the festive pre-Tet atmosphere.

Here are several photos taken by a reporter of the People’s Army Newspaper along the street.

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Many visitors, including foreigners, flock to Hang Ma Street these days.
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Hang Ma Street is famous for selling toys, paper joss things symbolizing the zodiac animals.
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Red banners with yellow letters with the message: “Van su nhu y” (Thousands of blessings) are on sale along the street.
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Linh, a student from the Vietnam National University, poses for photos on the street.
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Some decorations like fake firecrackers wrapped in red paper are very eye-catching.
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Some Hanoians buy small items to decorate their homes during Tet.
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John is an Australian traveler. He has been to Vietnam twice, but this is the first time he has a chance to enjoy a pre-Tet atmosphere in Hanoi
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Many people from the Southern region are also present in Hanoi to experience cold weather as Tet is coming. They enjoy taking group photos on Phung Hung Mural Street near Hang Ma.
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Youngsters prefer taking selfies on Phung Hung Mural Street.

TRUNG THANH