Dong Ky giant firecracker procession festival attracts thousands

Dong Nguyen ward in the northern province of Bac Ninh hosted the Dong Ky giant firecracker procession festival, drawing thousands of locals and visitors nationwide.

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Young villagers prepare for giant firecracker procession. (Photo: VNA)
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Around 11 a.m, the firecracker is processed back to the village communal house for the ceremony. (Photo: VNA)
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The ritual of the Dong Ky giant firecracker procession festival. (Photo: VNA)
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Procession of the firecracker along the village pathways. (Photo: VNA)
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Dong Ky giant firecracker procession festival attracts a vast crowd of participants. (Photo: VNA)
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Dong Ky giant firecracker procession festival attracts a vast crowd of participants. (Photo: VNA)