According to the reporter of Lao Dong Newspaper, on the road in the middle of Muong Thanh field (the largest rice field in the Northwest) about 500m long, in Muong Thanh ward, Dien Bien province, hundreds of national flags have been erected straight up, creating a heroic and beautiful scene.
Amidst the vast rice fields interspersed with the green of rice, the red flag road with yellow star stands out like a silk strip, attracting a large number of people to visit and take photos.
This national flag-raising road was completed by Dien Bien Provincial Youth Union in coordination with Dien Bien Tourism Company Limited and the land, at noon on August 23. About 200 national flags have been planted along the route at a distance of 5m from one flag, creating uniformity and solemnity.
Talking to reporters, Mr. Phan Thach Thanh - Director of Dien Bien Tourism Company Limited, the person who initiated the idea - said: "This project has been cherished for about a month now. The closer it gets to the 80th anniversary of National Day on September 2, the more vibrant and excited the atmosphere across the country is, urging us to quickly implement it".
Muong Thanh field was chosen because of its flat terrain, located right next to the provincial administrative center. In less than a week, the preparation and installation of the flag was completed.
The total estimated cost for the national flag road project (in Muong Thanh field and terraced fields in Pu Nhi commune will be implemented next week) is about 10 million VND for 400 flags.
"In addition, the unit contributed itself to buy flags. The project also received support of more than 5 million VND from the online community, when I shared the idea on my personal Facebook page" - Mr. Thanh said.
As a tourism worker, Mr. Thanh said that he did not think that the project would be so warmly welcomed by the people and young people.
Seeing Facebook filled with photos of people checking in, I was extremely excited. This will be the motivation for more meaningful programs and events in the future, contributing to the development of Dien Bien province" - Mr. Thanh said.
Mr. Nguyen Xuan Dinh (37 years old, a freelance photographer in Dien Bien) - said: "This is an extremely meaningful activity, helping young people express their patriotism, catch up with trends and promote tourism for Dien Bien. The new implementation has attracted a large number of people, mostly young people".
Among those who know about this unique road through social networks, Ms. Mai Hai Yen (Muong Thanh ward) and her friends went out to take photos on the afternoon of August 23.
This road is very beautiful, whether it is the green rice season or the ripe rice season. There were many people coming to take photos, everyone happily waited for their turn so that everyone could have photos that they wanted" - Ms. Yen said.
According to Mr. Lo Xuan Hanh - Deputy Secretary of the Dien Bien Provincial Youth Union, the national flag road is not only a beautiful image but also a message of solidarity and unity among young people. About 20 union members and youth of Muong Thanh ward were mobilized to plant flags.
This is also a form of visual propaganda about historical traditions, arousing patriotism. The national flag road will attract people to take beautiful photos, spreading the spirit of national pride. The Provincial Youth Union also hopes that when checking in, we can join hands to maintain hygiene and the common landscape" - Mr. Hanh added.
