Over recent days, many entertainment areas, trade centres and other public areas across Da Nang have been beautifully decorated to welcome in this year’s Christmas season.  The city’s streets have been crowded with local residents and visitors enjoying the celebrations.

Here are some photos of the Christmas preparations in Da Nang, taken by Danang Today reporters Dac Manh and Minh Tri, which reflect the colourful and bustling atmosphere leading up to this special day.

Family members in a photo with Santa Claus

Sparkling Christmas decorations at the Vincom Ngo Quyen Trade Centre, …

… the Memory Lounge Bar and Restaurant on Bach Dang Street, …

… the Helio Centre entertainment complex, …

… and the Souvenirs Café.

At the ‘Nha Tho Con Ga’ (Rooster Cathedral) …

… a rehearsal of Christmas hymns and …

… a crib scene.