In Quảng Ninh, the Hạ Long Carnival kicked off Friday night. As a highlight of Ha Long - Quang Ninh tourism week 2022, the carnival is expected to serve as a warm welcome for athletes competing in the 31st SEA Games.
The event took place at the Đại Dương Park in Bai Chay ward with the participation of about 2,000 artists. Also on Friday, an áo dài show was held in Cẩm Phả, another city in Quảng Ninh province.
In 2022, Quang Ninh aims to host over 10 million tourists, including 1.5 million foreigners. As a result, its tourism revenue is expected at some 21 trillion VND (917.43 million USD).