There is supposed to be a parade, patriotic concert, etc. at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (yep--he was embalmed by the same Russian experts who have maintained Lenin for all these years, and he lies there in state for all to see) which will be carried on all channels this evening.
Our alley is decked out for the big day. Actually we're told thatthe 54th anniversary this year isn't going to be so big. Next year, 55, will be bigger.
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yesterday I went to HCM mausoleum to see the flag pulling-off parade. It is organised everyday at 9pm and about 5 or 6am (for pulling up). As it was 02-09, it was incredibly crowded. It only lasts aroung 5-7 minutes. From Doi Can, you can catch bus 09, it passes Hoang Hoa Tham and stop at the 2nd bus stop on Ngoc Ha str to reach to HCM Mausoleum. i did so yesterday.
I have yet to ride the buses - they seem so confusing - you've made it sound less so.
:), as I am used to it, you will take it easy gradually, one remarkable thing is to know exactly the right side to take the bus :D. I was inexperienced without the map
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