Lanterns light up new year celebrations

3,000 lanterns and 50 hot air balloons will lighten up the historical land while one fireworks show will be held for visitors.

The event will take place at Hoi An Impression Theme Park on the evening of December 31st. This is also the first time Hoi An organized this event, both to celebrate the New Year and the 20th anniversary of UNESCO's recognition of Hoi An Ancient Town as a world cultural heritage site.