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Towards the proud historical milestone of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Southern Vietnam and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025), Ho Chi Minh City has launched a series of unique cultural and artistic activities with the profound goal of strongly spreading patriotism and pride in the nation's resilient fighting tradition. Within this vibrant tapestry, Nguyen Hue Walking Street, the dynamic heart of the city, has donned a new look, becoming a unique outdoor exhibition space, attracting special attention from city residents, tourists from all over, and especially enthusiastic young people.
Standing out amidst the vast space of the pedestrian street are the impressive models of the majestic Bach Dang stake field and the surprisingly upside-down M24-CHAFFEE tank, both vividly recreated in a 1:1 scale. This unique artwork is based on the idea of connecting two glorious historical victories of the nation: the Bach Dang victory in 1288, where our army and people, under the command of Tran Hung Dao, defeated the Mongol invaders on the Bach Dang River, and the image of the M24-CHAFFEE tank, a symbol associated with the Dien Bien Phu battlefield in 1954, where our army achieved a victory that "shook the world and resonated across continents."
Contemporary art spaces on Nguyen Hue Walking Street (District 1, Ho Chi Minh City) are becoming a popular destination for young people during the April 30th holiday.
With an impressive height of over 4 meters and a weight of approximately 3 tons, the model not only makes a strong visual impression with its massive size and realism but also holds a profound symbolic meaning. According to representatives from the Organizing Committee, the image of the tank perched on top of sharp wooden stakes not only represents the spirit of inheriting and developing the indomitable strength of the nation through generations but also serves as a meaningful reminder of the glorious military victories in the history of nation-building and defense, including the "Dien Bien Phu in the Air" victory in 1972, a brilliant milestone in the history of the resistance war against the US.
This unique installation space has quickly become a favorite destination, attracting a large number of young people in Ho Chi Minh City. Many young people have expressed their delight and particular impression of the works on display. They shared that these models and monuments not only create unique and impressive photo spots to capture memorable moments but also evoke strong emotions in them, stimulating curiosity and a desire to learn more about the glorious history of the nation in a more accessible and accessible way than ever before.
Many young people come to check in, capture memories, and learn new things.
Besides the display area featuring models of the Bạch Đằng stakes and the M24-CHAFFEE tank, the exhibition space also introduces to the public a majestic model of the Guardian Deity, along with cast aluminum statues ranging in height from 3.3 to 4.5 meters, depicting powerful and spirited figures.
The art installation space quickly became a favorite destination for young people in Ho Chi Minh City.
Many young people say that the artworks here not only create unique photo opportunities but also evoke emotions and stimulate interest in learning about national history in a relatable and accessible way.
In particular, a large lacquer painting recreating Tran Hung Dao's immortal "Proclamation to the Soldiers" is also on display, creating a cultural space that is both solemn and rich in national identity. Every evening, when the weather becomes cool and pleasant, this area becomes more bustling than ever, welcoming groups of young people coming to visit, families strolling together to learn about history, and international tourists curious to explore Vietnamese culture. Everyone enthusiastically captures impressive images and shares their feelings and thoughts on social media platforms, contributing to spreading historical and cultural values to the community.
The elaborate lacquer painting has garnered much admiration.
The exhibition runs from April 19th to 25th and is open to visitors free of charge.
This unique exhibition on Nguyen Hue Walking Street is part of Ho Chi Minh City's ongoing efforts to innovate the way history is conveyed to the public, especially the younger generation. Instead of dry and formulaic lessons from textbooks, these new, creative, and interactive forms of presentation are helping to transform history into a vibrant, relatable source of inspiration that easily integrates into contemporary life, igniting patriotism and national pride in every Vietnamese heart.
