The Halong Carnival 2009 was held in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province on April 25. This is the opening programme of Halong Tourism Week 2009.
The event which highlights Halong Bay beauty attracted many domestic and foreign tourists and is part of the programme to vote for Halong Bay as one of seven natural wonders of the world.
The art delegations which participate in the event come from many countries such as Laos, China, Indonesia, Spain, South Korea and India.
The performers walked in procession along the streets of Halong to perform the special cultural activities such as Whale Festival, lion dance, walk on stilts and ethnic groups’ life in Quang Ninh Province.
Other activities included a firework display, concerts and fashion shows.
The event will last until May 2.