In the joyful atmosphere of the country towards the 50th Anniversary of National Reunification Day, many cultural activities are taking place in the city named after Uncle Ho. One of the areas that especially attracts visitors to Ho Chi Minh City on this occasion is Bach Dang Wharf in District 1.

Also at this location in recent days, social networks have continuously shared a video recording a foreigner performing Vietnamese songs on the violin, attracting a large number of viewers.

Western tourists playing the violin song "Joining hands" at Bach Dang wharf in Ho Chi Minh City caused a stir (Video: Character provided).

The video shows a foreign man playing the violin to the song " Noi vong tay lon" by the late musician Trinh Cong Son. The sound of the violin is heard in a large space but there are still many Vietnamese and international guests paying close attention, creating a special atmosphere during the great national holiday.

Being at the park on the evening of April 20 and accidentally hearing the sound of a familiar song played by a foreigner, Mr. Gia Minh and many people here were surprised.

Not wanting to miss the opportunity, he recorded a video and shared it on social media to preserve the memory. Unexpectedly, the video received a large amount of interaction and created a buzz in the community after only a few days.

"I was very touched and proud to see a foreign guest know this song and play music right at Bach Dang wharf, one of the historical areas of the city. There were many people around, but when the music started, everyone listened attentively," Minh shared.

French guest plays violin song "Joining hands" causing internet fever (Photo cut from clip).

Anh Minh (from Can Tho, currently living and working in Ho Chi Minh City) said he was very lucky to be living in the heroic atmosphere of the nation on this occasion. He also spent time visiting historical sites, recording beautiful memories on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the country's reunification.

The song "Joining Hands" was composed by musician Trinh Cong Son in 1968. After the events of April 30, 1975, this song was played on the radio by him.

Nowadays, the song has become familiar to many Vietnamese people, often sung in cultural exchange programs, collective activities, community music nights as well as large and small music programs at home and abroad.

Along with that, the identity of the foreigner playing the violin at Bach Dang wharf also makes many people curious. It is known that his name is M. Kay Noel, French nationality, currently living and working in Ho Chi Minh City.

In recent days, as the 50th Anniversary of National Reunification Day approaches, the atmosphere at Bach Dang Wharf area becomes more and more bustling.

Standing out in the middle of the bustling city is the image of 105mm cannons neatly placed, facing the Saigon River. Many tourists flock here to admire and take pictures with the ceremonial cannons.

Tourists take photos at Bach Dang wharf (Photo: Cam Tien).

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism expects the April 30 holiday this year to be a strong boost for the tourism industry as the number of international and domestic tourists is forecast to increase.

One of the most anticipated activities is the National Celebration and the parade taking place on the morning of April 30.

International tourists visiting Ho Chi Minh City on this occasion often choose iconic destinations of the city such as Independence Palace, Ben Thanh Market, War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels or cruise the Saigon River and participate in vibrant night tourism activities.

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